$3–$5 per square foot.
The simulator uses a standard preparation and finish basis, with a $1,000 project minimum.
HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING / MASSACHUSETTSYour hardwood.
Beautiful again.
The wood you love. The look you’ve been imagining.
Bring them together with sanding, stain and a finish
chosen for your home.
Enter your area. Explore your finish.
$1,000 project minimum.
RESIDENTIAL HARDWOOD REFINISHING
Floors you’re proud
to come home to.
From the first step inside, your floors set the feeling of your home. Mago brings out the grain, color and character of your hardwood, whether you’re restoring years of wear or ready for a different look.
We’ll guide you through samples, preparation and repairs, then bring your choices together in a finish made for everyday living.
Your work, price and preparation agreed in writing before we begin.
COMPLETED MAGO PROJECT
SOUTH END · BOSTON, MAOriginal hardwood.Restored in South End.See the project photos & details
A new look. A repair. Your reason.
Your floor does not have to be damaged to deserve an update. Explore a new look, everyday wear or deeper repairs—and see what may help.
The wood beneath the old finish.
See real floors during sanding and preparation in Chestnut Hill, Sudbury and Cambridge. More exposed wood. More of the room. The work that happens before your finish.
Enjoy the room again.
Four different homes. Real Mago refinishing projects, each with its own grain, light and character.
YOUR FLOOR COULD BE NEXT
Get my refinishing estimate Find out what’s possible in your home.
Tell us your town and what you’d like to change. We’ll help you choose the next step.
Just dull, with light surface wear?
If the existing finish is sound and compatible, a maintenance recoat may be enough to refresh its protection while keeping the color.
Compare hardwood recoatingCheck the wood before choosing the treatment.
Engineered floors need enough wear layer to sand. Active moisture problems, loose boards and deep stains need assessment or repairs first; sanding cannot fix every issue.
WHY REFINISH WITH MAGO
The floor you love.
The guidance to get it right.
Keep the character that makes your home yours. We bring the assessment, repairs, color choices and finishing together, so you can move forward with a clear plan.
The right work for your floor.
We assess the wood and existing finish, then explain whether refinishing, a lighter recoat or repairs fit your goal.
Your style, with guidance.
Explore natural wood, stain and sheen. Compare samples on your floor so the choice makes sense in your light.
One team. A clear scope.
Bring the preparation, repairs and finishing into one written estimate. Know the price, room arrangements and return-to-use plan before work begins.
Start with your town, the rooms and the look you have in mind.
START WITH WHAT YOUR FLOOR NEEDS
A new color?
A fresh finish?
A full refinish opens up your color choices.
Where the wood can be safely sanded, we can remove the existing finish and explore a new stain direction. Your floor’s construction and remaining wear surface come first.
Explore your refinishing optionsTHE MAGO FINISH STUDIO
Your floor.
Reimagined in real time.
Explore color and sheen, then bring your preferences to Mago. Stain and sealer choices are optional.
Want our recommendation? Get a floor assessmentFROM THE FIRST LOOK TO THE LAST COAT
A beautiful result
starts with the groundwork.
Know what happens before we start—and what your rooms need before you move back in.
01Review the wood & the room
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We review the floor construction, remaining wear surface, damage and previous treatments. Your scope identifies rooms, repairs, furniture arrangements, access and protection.
02Sand back. Reveal the grain.
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For suitable floors, sanding removes the old coating and exposes the grain beneath it. We prepare the surface for the next steps and discuss dust collection, room protection and cleanup before work starts.
03Find the color. Build the finish.
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Keep the wood natural or explore a new stain color. Compare samples on your floor, choose the sheen you enjoy and agree on a compatible protective finish for your home.
04Give it time. Make it home.
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Walking, furniture, rugs and full cure have different requirements. Follow the selected product’s schedule and Mago’s project instructions. We’ll discuss floor care and the details of moving back in.
A CLEAR PRICE STARTS WITH A CLEAR SCOPE
Know what you’re planning for.
Price the extra work clearly.
Stain adds $1.00/sq ft; NordicSeal adds $1.50/sq ft; NaturalSeal adds $1.25/sq ft. Repairs, stairs, custom matching, other sealers and finish upgrades need separate review.
Confirm it before the work.
Your actual floor, selected products and agreed scope determine the final price and schedule.
THE PROOF IS IN THE WOOD
Real floors. Real Mago work.
Homes in Sudbury and Chestnut Hill. See the finished floors and explore each project.
01 / REAL MAGO PROJECTView project Sudbury, Massachusetts
Natural warmth. A fresh start.
Warm grain and window light bring this refinished hardwood room to life.
Explore this transformation
02 / REAL MAGO PROJECTView project Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
Classic wood. Renewed.
Hardwood refinishing with an oil-based protective finish for a warm amber appearance.
Explore this transformationYOUR REFINISHING FIELD GUIDE
Feel ready.
Before we start.
From “Can this floor be saved?” to moving the sofa back. Find the answers that help you plan with confidence.
A QUESTION ABOUT YOUR FLOOR?Let’s look at it together.
A few photos, your town and your goals are a useful place to start.
Ask for a floor assessment 617-297-769601Can my hardwood floor be refinished?
Suitability depends on the floor’s construction, remaining wear surface, previous sanding, damage and condition. Solid wood and some engineered wood may be candidates, but the actual floor needs review before sanding is agreed.
02What is the difference between refinishing and recoating?
Full refinishing involves sanding back the existing surface and applying a new finish system, with stain where selected. Recoating adds a maintenance finish to a suitable existing finish after preparation. Recoating does not remove deep scratches, change wood color or correct damage below the finish.
03Can I change the color of my floor?
Discuss stain direction as part of a full refinishing assessment. Wood species, age, repairs and previous treatments affect appearance. Review samples on the actual floor before confirming a color; a photograph or sample on another species will not look identical.
Explore your finish & planning range04Will sanding remove every stain or scratch?
Not necessarily. Deep stains, pet damage, moisture damage and scratches can extend beyond the surface that can safely be sanded. Repairs or replacement boards may be needed, and some variation may remain. Review expectations during the assessment.
05Is the process completely dust-free?
Sanding creates dust. Ask about the equipment, dust collection, isolation, protection and cleanup planned for your rooms. Discuss sensitive furnishings, connected spaces and air systems before work starts; do not assume a completely dust-free result.
06When can we walk on the floor or move furniture back?
Walking, furniture, rugs, cleaning and full use can have different waiting periods. Follow the selected finish manufacturer’s guidance and the project-specific instructions from Mago. Dry-to-touch is not the same as fully cured.
07Can you refinish stairs or parquet flooring?
Include stairs, landings and parquet in the assessment. Construction, detail work, existing finishes and repairs affect suitability and scope. Identify treads, risers, railings and adjoining floors separately so the estimate is clear.
08What affects the cost of refinishing?
Mago’s full refinishing planning range is $3–$5 per square foot with a $1,000 project minimum. A 500-square-foot standard scope gives a $1,500–$2,500 range. Stain adds $1 per square foot; NordicSeal adds $1.50 and NaturalSeal adds $1.25 per square foot. Repairs, stairs, difficult species, other sealers, finish upgrades and extra coats are reviewed separately. The assessed floor and written scope determine the final price.
Explore your finish & planning range09Do we need to empty the rooms?
Furniture and access arrangements should be agreed before work. Discuss large items, closets, appliances and the route through the home. Confirm who moves each item, what stays, and how the work area will be protected.
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