Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Roswell, GA
By Sonia Olivas, Owner · 15+ years serving North Fulton
Roswell 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 Roswell scope
1,200–2,800 sq ft (cottage to executive)
Free estimate
(678) 663-0092
On the job — Hardwood Refinishing · North Fulton
5.0★ Rating
91 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 Roswell Homes
Roswell ranges from antebellum estates near the historic mill district to 1990s master-planned communities in the northern reaches. Older homes near Canton Street often have original pine or oak; newer construction in the subdivisions typically has prefinished or engineered hardwood that benefits from a professional refresh.
Homes within a few blocks of Roswell's historic mill district and Canton Street can date to the mid-1800s — some of the oldest residential hardwood we work with anywhere in Metro Atlanta. Original heart pine in these homes is dense and close-grained from slow old-growth timber, and it rewards a careful refinish that respects the material rather than trying to make it look like modern flooring.
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 Roswell'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 Roswell 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 Roswell homeowners also handle a staircase renovation in Roswell at the same time so the treads match the floors, or add new hardwood installation in Roswell for an addition or porch conversion.
Our Commitment
Why Roswell Homeowners Choose Olivas
We've been working in Roswell — Historic Roswell, Canton Street, Crabapple, and the surrounding North Fulton 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 Roswell projects run 1,200–2,800 sq ft (cottage to executive), 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 91 verified Google reviews
Recent Work
Recent Roswell Projects
Case Study5 PhotosRoswell, GA · July 2025Natural Honey Oak — Bedrooms & Hallways
Red oak · natural honey stain · satin polyurethane · bedrooms & hallways
Five bedrooms and hallways in a Roswell home refinished in natural honey oak with satin polyurethane over existing red oak. Rooms were done in sequence so the family never had to fully vacate the house — a practical scheduling approach for larger multi-room projects.
Read the Case Study
Hardwood RefinishingRoswell, GA · June 2026Early American Stain — Red Oak
Red oak · Early American stain · oil-based polyurethane
Full write-up coming soon.
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Case Study3 PhotosAtlanta, GA · June 2024Commercial Repair & Refinish — Coca-Cola Exhibit Space
Commercial · bamboo strip flooring · board repair & refinish · exhibit space
A commercial bamboo strip floor in an Atlanta exhibit space — part of a Coca-Cola branded installation — needed selective board repair and a full refinish before a reopening deadline. Damaged boards were marked, pulled, and replaced with matched bamboo before the crew refinished the entire surface to a uniform satin sheen.
Read the Case StudyFrom a Recent Job
A home within a few blocks of the Roswell mill district had original heart pine from the 1870s — some of the oldest residential hardwood we work with in Metro Atlanta. We used a finer initial sand to preserve the wear layer, and the final result shows 150 years of grain depth that no modern floor can match.
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 areasRoswell Neighborhoods We Serve
We travel anywhere in Roswell and the surrounding North Fulton 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
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We'll come measure, assess your floors, and quote the project in line items. Most Roswell 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
Roswell Hardwood Refinishing FAQs
01How do I know if my hardwood floors can still be refinished?
02How much does hardwood floor refinishing cost in Roswell?
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 Roswell?
06Can you refinish original heart pine and century-old hardwood floors in Roswell?
07Can we stay in our Roswell home while the floors are refinished?
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Free in-home estimates anywhere in Roswell. Most projects can start within 1–2 weeks.
