Hardwood Refinishing Takes 3-5 Days: What Mercer County Homeowners Should Know
Hamilton Township, N.J. – October 05, 2026 -- Homeowners in Mercer County can expect hardwood floor refinishing to take three to five days for an average-sized space, according to a new HelloNation article detailing the process stage by stage.
Sanding takes a full day for average rooms, longer for larger homes
Sanding is described as the first and most labor-intensive step, with professionals using specialized equipment to strip old finishes and smooth imperfections. An average-sized room typically takes a full day to sand, while larger homes may need several days. Dust can still occur even with containment systems, and furniture must be removed or covered before work begins.
Edges and corners often require additional manual sanding, and nearby rooms may experience some disruption during this phase.