how much do real hardwood floors cost
1 To completely refinish a hardwood floorâmeaning sand it down to bare wood, then apply several coats of new finishâexpect to pay $1.50 to $4 per square foot, or $340 to $900 for a 15-by-15-foot room.  If your floor is slightly worn but otherwise in good condition, you could get by on just recoating it without sanding.