Why Choose the Buff & Recoat Process?

When your hardwood floor begins to lose its shine, shows fine micro-scratches, or high-traffic zones appear worn, the buff & recoat process is an ideal solution.

  • No full sanding required — only the existing finish is lightly abraded (screened), and a new finish is applied.

  • Faster and less disruptive than full refinishing.

  • More cost-effective while still restoring the look and protective layer of the floor.

  • Extends the life and beauty of your hardwood flooring without major interruption.

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Here’s What We Do For You

Benefits for You

  • Revitalised Appearance – Your hardwood floor will look refreshed, with renewed sheen and clarity.

  • Extended Life Span – By maintaining the protective finish, you prevent deeper damage and delay the need for full refinishing.

  • Minimal Disruption – Faster service, less mess, less time out of your room or building.

  • Great Value – Keeps your hardwood floor looking premium at a lower cost than full sanding and refinishing.

Service Locations We Cover

  • Minneapolis MN
  • St. Paul MN
  • White Bear Lake MN
  • Edina MN
  • Lake Harriet MN
  • Lake of the Isles MN
  • Highland MN
  • Stillwater MN
  • Woodbury MN
  • North Oaks MN
  • Lindstrom MN
  • Center City MN
  • Oak Park Heights MN
  • Balsam Lake WI
  • Deer Lake WI
  • Bone Lake WI
  • Afton MN
  • Hudson WI
  • Twin Cities MN

  • Lino Lakes MN
  • Roseville MN
  • Chisago MN
  • Luck WI

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Typically every 3-5 years for moderate traffic areas. Regular recoating helps delay the need for full refinishing.

Depending on project size and finish, the job can often be completed in one day or within 24-48 hours, with light foot traffic possible soon after application.

It can remove surface‐level scratches and restore shine, but deep scratches or damage that penetrates the wood will require full refinishing.

No. Buff & recoat is meant to refresh the existing finish, not alter the wood stain colour. To change colour you’ll need full sanding/refinishing.

Minimal. Because the wood isn’t sanded to bare, there’s significantly less dust compared to full refinishing, and we handle cleanup professionally.

Remove furniture, wall decorations, rugs and any obstacles. We will handle the rest including protective coverings for vents and adjacent areas.

After application, avoid heavy traffic for a few hours (or as per manufacturer’s cure time). Use recommended floor care products and avoid wax/oil-soap cleaners. Regular sweeping and soft-cleaning will help prolong the finish.

When Buff & Recoat is Not Enough

You should opt for full refinishing (sanding to bare wood and applying new stain/finish) if:

  • 1

    There are deep scratches or gouges reaching the wood.

  • 2

    Finish is completely worn away and bare wood is exposed or discoloured.

  • 3

    The floor has been coated or cleaned with wax/oil-soap treatments that prevent proper bonding of new finish.

  • 4

    You wish to change the wood stain colour or tone significantly.

What Our Customers Say

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I have used Wedgewoid floors on all my clients floors as well as my personal rentals and homes. Jon, the owner is great to work with, honest and works his magic on the floors that seem to not have life in them. I would reccomend him for any hardwood floor install or resurfacing needs a 100x over!
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Working with John and the Wedgewood floor team was a very positive experience. He was able to get us in on short notice, help us choose a flooring option and color that was the best fit for our space, match existing wood, and improve our old wood transitions. He actively addressed any questions or concerns we had along the way as new wood floor people. Would absolutely recommend him and would work with him again in the future! His honesty, expertise, accountability are invaluable! Thank you John & team!
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Annika Thomas
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John was great to work with. From the first inquiry to the final meet he was quick, professional, clear and very fair. A few things were wonky on our floors and he steered us in a direction to make the stains show less while still achieving our desired look. Would recommend him and his company for anyone looking to refinish and/or match their hardwood flooring!
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John and his team were great. They showed up on time, got the work done ahead of schedule and the results are fabulous!
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They did a very great job on my floors! Would recommend!
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I recently hired John from Wedgewood Hardwood Floors to refinish my red oak floors, and the results are truly stunning. From the outset, John’s professionalism and expertise were apparent as he clearly explained the process and delivered exceptional craftsmanship. The floors now look brand new, with a flawless finish that beautifully highlights the red oak’s natural beauty. Three attributes particularly stood out: First, John’s communication was clear and honest, offering two options without any pressure, prioritizing my satisfaction and understanding what would yield the best results. Second, John and his team paid meticulous attention to detail, fixing a dislocated baseboard molding and filling larger voids before proceeding with the refinishing. Third, when I expressed a desire for a smoother finish AFTER the work was completed, John promptly returned the next day to ensure complete satisfaction, demonstrating his commitment to going the extra mile. I highly recommend John and Wedgewood Hardwood Floors for anyone seeking top-quality hardwood floor refinishing- you will not be disappointed.
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Jeff Pasko
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Sanded and refinished an 100 year old fir floor. Excellent job, pleasure working with. Highly recommend
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Wedgewood did a wonderful job. We needed a couple of big patches and they turned out great. John went out of his way to match the original flooring with salvaged maple flooring of the same age. It looks great! They were also punctual, efficient and reasonably priced.
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I've called John to work on some of our rental properties. He's reliable, communicative and the floors always turn out amazing! His pricing is competitive and he's honest up front how much things will cost and doesn't add unnecessary work or costs. Thanks John!!
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Very happy with the work done! We had our hardwood floors refinished and they look brand new.

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