How long it takes to make a coat depends on the material used and the current weather. For a “sand and poly” project, allow two days, and for a full refinishing project, three to seven days, plus an additional day for painting.

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How long do you have to stay off hardwood floors after refinishing?

After the floors have been refinished, the drying time:You should wait at least 24 hours before walking on the floors, and you should only wear socks for the first 24-48 hours (no shoes, no bare feet). When moving furniture, you should wait at least four days before doing so.

Can I stay in my house while floors are refinished?

Even if there are other rooms to sleep in, it’s best to stay out of the house for at least five days after the job is finished because the fumes/off-gassing is not safe to breathe in.

How long does it take to get hardwood floors refinished?

Depending on the type of polyurethane you use (oil or water-based), the size and condition of your floors, refinishing hardwood floors can take anywhere from two to five days.

Can hardwood floors be refinished in one day?

If you’re using an oil-based polyurethane, you’ll need at least three coats of water-based polyurethane. Applied in one day, up to four coats of water-based polyurethane can be applied to a surface. 500-5,000 square feet per job, completed in 2 to 4 days.

When can my dog walk on refinished floors?

A 24-hour no-dog rule applies to newly refinished hardwood floors. An oil-based polyurethane coat will require this amount of time to dry completely.

How long do you wait to put rugs down on refinished floors?

Before placing area rugs on newly refinished or finished hardwood floors, allow three weeks for the floor to dry. Furniture should not be returned to its original location until the hardwood has been refinished or finished for at least 48 to 72 hours. The temperature and humidity in your home should remain constant.