Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Lawrenceville, GA
By Sonia Olivas, Owner · 15+ years serving Gwinnett County
Lawrenceville has hardwood worth saving. From original boards hiding under carpet to worn-through living room oak, we sand, stain, and finish it dust-controlled, three coats deep, in 2–4 days.
Timeline
2–4 days, start to last coat
Earliest start
Most projects within 1–2 weeks
Typical Lawrenceville scope
1,200–2,200 sq ft (ranch to two-story)
Free estimate
(678) 663-0092
On the job — Hardwood Refinishing · Gwinnett County
5.0★ Rating
90 Google Reviews
In-House Crew
No subcontractors
1-Year Warranty
On all workmanship
Free Estimates
No obligation
Local Hardwood Refinishing Notes
Why Refinishing Works So Well for Lawrenceville Homes
Lawrenceville blends historic homes near the downtown square with 1980s–2000s subdivisions throughout Gwinnett County. Many homes run 1,500–2,500 sq ft with original red or white oak on main floors — floors that look worn but have plenty of life left with a proper refinish.
Lawrenceville's 1980s–2000s subdivisions are full of first-time refinishing jobs — homeowners who bought in the subdivision era, put rugs down, and are now discovering original red oak underneath that's in surprisingly good condition. The boards are often thicker than equivalent floors in older homes, which means there's room to sand aggressively if the floor has seen real wear.
Refinishing on these floors recovers what time and traffic took out — the depth of the grain, the warmth of the stain, the even sheen of a fresh polyurethane coat — without losing the character that makes older homes feel grounded. A new floor never quite gets that back. That's why we recommend refinishing whenever the board thickness allows it.
Georgia's humidity is the other factor. We sand to a level surface, give the polyurethane the cure time it actually needs between coats (not the rushed version), and the finish flexes through Lawrenceville's seasonal humidity swings instead of cracking at the edges. If you've seen an old refinish job with peeling at the board edges — that's usually rushed cure time, not bad product.
Every estimate in Lawrenceville is done in-home — we walk the floors, test the subfloor, and look at the specific conditions of your home before we quote. That means no surprises on project day and no scope creep. We tell you exactly what needs to be done and what it will cost, in writing, before any work begins.
What a Refinishing Project Looks Like
Here's exactly what happens from your first call to the final walkthrough — no guesswork, no vague timelines.
Day 1 — Sanding.
We bring in dust-controlled sanding equipment that captures 95–99% of airborne particles. Coarse grit pulls the old finish and any cupping; medium grit levels the surface; fine grit prepares the wood for stain. We'll patch in replacement boards for any water damage or splits before the final pass.
Day 2 — Stain.
We sample your chosen stain on an inconspicuous section first so you can see it on your actual wood under your actual light. Different species take stain differently — we guide the selection based on what the floor actually looks like, not a catalog photo.
Days 3–4 — Three coats of polyurethane.
Oil-based (warmer amber, longer cure) or water-based (clearer, faster cure, lower odor). Three coats with proper cure between each is what makes a refinish last 10+ years. We don't skip the third coat to finish faster — that's where finish jobs fail.
Want to combine the refinish with other work? Most Lawrenceville homeowners also handle a staircase renovation in Lawrenceville at the same time so the treads match the floors, or add new hardwood installation in Lawrenceville for an addition or porch conversion.
Our Commitment
Why Lawrenceville Homeowners Choose Olivas
We've been working in Lawrenceville — Historic Downtown, Lawrenceville Square, Hurricane Shoals, and the surrounding Gwinnett County neighborhoods — long enough to understand what local homeowners actually care about: showing up when we say we will, doing the work right the first time, and leaving the home cleaner than we found it. That sounds basic — but it's what separates us from the contractors who disappear mid-project or leave dust on every surface.
Typical Lawrenceville projects run 1,200–2,200 sq ft (ranch to two-story), and every one is handled by our own in-house crew — not a subcontractor we called the day before. That means consistent quality, direct accountability, and a crew that's done this exact type of work hundreds of times. When you call with a question, you're talking to the same people who did the work.
- In-house crew — the team that estimates is the team that installs
- Fully licensed and insured for all residential flooring work in Georgia
- Free, itemized in-home estimates — no ranges, no surprises
- 1-year workmanship warranty on every project
- 5.0-star rating across 90 verified Google reviews
Recent Work
Recent Lawrenceville Projects
Hardwood RefinishingLawrenceville, GA · June 2026Dark Espresso Oak — Stone Fireplace Living Room
Oak floors · dark espresso stain · oil-based polyurethane · stone fireplace
Full write-up coming soon.
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Hardwood RefinishingLawrenceville, GA · October 2024Dark Espresso Stain — Foyer & Entry
Oak floors · dark espresso stain · oil-based polyurethane · foyer
Full write-up coming soon.
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Case Study5 PhotosLawrenceville, GA · February 2025Natural Honey Oak — Whole-House Refinish
Red oak · natural honey stain · satin polyurethane · multiple rooms
A whole-house refinishing job in Lawrenceville covering bedroom, dining room, kitchen, and hallway in natural honey oak stain with satin polyurethane. The five rooms were completed over two days with all stain batch-mixed in advance to keep color consistent across the full house.
Read the Case StudyFrom a Recent Job
A Collins Hill subdivision ranch had original red oak on the main floor that hadn't been refinished since the mid-1990s — the homeowner had kept rugs down for years and the wood underneath was thick and in excellent condition. After three coats of oil-based polyurethane with proper cure between each, the floor looked better than it did when it was installed.
Customer Reviews
What Metro Atlanta Homeowners Say
Sanding, refinishing, sealing, and buffing our floor, stairs, door, and railing, Sonia and her team did a fantastic job! Respectful of our entire project from start to finish. Quality craftsmanship from a company that truly cares! Thank you!
Adam Donnelly
a month ago · Google Review
Sonia and crew were so professional and completely focused on making sure our wood floors were preserved, restored and brought back to life. I'd reached out to Sonia to come by and give pricing on removing our water logged basement flooring to put in water resistant flooring. Well as my lucky stars were in a line that day, she thought they could repair them and bring them back to almost original. They superseded those expectations by far. Just excellent. Would hire them again. Thank you Sonia and crew.
Patrick White
a month ago · Google Review
The Olivas team did an amazing job on resurfacing our floors, they were prompt, courteous, professional and educated us in the process every step of the way. I highly recommend.
Denise Jefferson
4 months ago · Google Review
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Serving all of Metro Atlanta — view service areasLawrenceville Neighborhoods We Serve
We travel anywhere in Lawrenceville and the surrounding Gwinnett County area for hardwood refinishing work. No travel fees, no minimum project size.
Not sure if we cover your specific address? Call us — we typically serve anywhere within a 45-minute radius of Lawrenceville and we'll let you know right away. For larger projects outside our normal area, we'll do our best to accommodate.
Free Estimate
Get a Free Hardwood Refinishing Estimate in Lawrenceville
We'll come measure, assess your floors, and quote the project in line items. Most Lawrenceville projects can start within 1–2 weeks.
Call (678) 663-00921-year workmanship warranty
We stand behind our installs for a full year.
In-house crew
Our own installers — never subcontracted out.
Clear, itemized quotes
Line-item pricing up front. No surprises, no upcharges.
We respect your home
We move & protect your furniture and leave the space spotless.
Financing available
Flexible payment options so budget doesn't hold you back.
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FAQ
Lawrenceville Hardwood Refinishing FAQs
01How do I know if my hardwood floors can still be refinished?
02How much does hardwood floor refinishing cost in Lawrenceville?
03How long do I have to stay off the floors after refinishing?
04Is refinishing hardwood floors worth it versus replacing them?
05Is floor sanding the same as hardwood floor refinishing in Lawrenceville?
06Do you serve all of Lawrenceville for hardwood floor refinishing?
07Can we stay in our Lawrenceville home while the floors are refinished?
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Free in-home estimates anywhere in Lawrenceville. Most projects can start within 1–2 weeks.
