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Floor Sanding Prices New Zealand
Prices include GST. Polyurethane finishes in New Zealand require 24 hours between coats. Allow 48–72 hours before replacing furniture.
Floor Sanding Prices by Type \u2014 New Zealand
Prices include GST. Polyurethane finishes in New Zealand require 24 hours between coats. Allow 48–72 hours before replacing furniture.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🪵Timber Floor Sanding & Polyurethane (per room) Sand and polyurethane a single timber floor room (~20m²) | /room | NZ$380 | NZ$540 | NZ$750 |
| 🏠Whole House Sand & Polyurethane (3-bed) Full sand and polyurethane for a 3-bedroom house with timber floors | /job | NZ$2,800 | NZ$3,700 | NZ$5,000 |
| 🎨Stain & Polyurethane Apply stain colour then polyurethane coat to timber floors | /m² | NZ$32 | NZ$45 | NZ$60 |
| 🤍Whitewash / Liming Whitewash or lime-wax finish for a light coastal or modern look | /m² | NZ$38 | NZ$52 | NZ$70 |
| 🔨Board Replacement & Repair Replace damaged or rotten floorboards including matching timber | /m | NZ$90 | NZ$145 | NZ$220 |
| 🪜Staircase Sanding Sand and finish each staircase tread individually | /step | NZ$50 | NZ$72 | NZ$100 |
| 🌿Deck Sanding & Oiling Sand back and oil an outdoor timber deck | /m² | NZ$22 | NZ$34 | NZ$50 |
| ✨Parquetry Restoration Sand, fill and restore ornate parquetry or herringbone floors | /m² | NZ$50 | NZ$72 | NZ$100 |
| 🔧Gap Filling & Sanding Fill gaps between floorboards then sand and finish flush | /m² | NZ$18 | NZ$27 | NZ$40 |
| 🛡️Floor Sealing Only Apply polyurethane or hardwax-oil sealer to an already-sanded floor | /m² | NZ$14 | NZ$22 | NZ$32 |
Floor Sanding Prices by City
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Auckland
Auckland Region · 1.7M
From NZ$20
Wellington
Wellington Region · 215K
From NZ$15
Lower Hutt
Wellington Region · 110K
Pricing available
Christchurch
Canterbury · 390K
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Hamilton
Waikato · 180K
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Tauranga
Waikato · 155K
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Dunedin
Otago · 135K
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Queenstown
Otago · 50K
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Floor sanding in New Zealand ranges from NZ$14 for basic floor sealing to NZ$5,000 for large whole-house sanding and polishing jobs. Prices include GST. Polyurethane finishes in New Zealand require 24 hours between coats. Allow 48–72 hours before replacing furniture.
The most common services in New Zealand are floor sanding and polyurethaning. Options include timber floor sanding and polishing, staining, whitewash or liming finishes, parquetry restoration, staircase sanding, deck oiling, gap filling, and floor sealing only. Each service requires different preparation and finish products.
Timber floors in New Zealand can typically be sanded 4–6 times depending on board thickness. A full sand and repolish is recommended every 10–15 years in normal residential use, or when the finish is visibly worn through in traffic areas. Annual maintenance oiling or a maintenance recoat can extend the time between full sands.
Professional floor sanding delivers significantly better results than DIY. Floor sanding equipment is industrial-grade and difficult to control without experience — mistakes can gouge the timber permanently. Professionals also know the correct grit sequences and finish products for each timber species. Professional results are strongly recommended, particularly for heritage timbers, parquetry, and staircases.
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