Yes, you can refinish your
hardwood floors.
Knowledge is power. You’ve got this!


Welcome to Pete’s—the brain trust of hardwood floor refinishing, located in St. Paul, Minnesota; available to the world.
Fresh new website, same great products and smart advice. We’ll guide you to Pete’s-tested and recommended supplies. If you’re in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, we’ll give you a free lesson on the equipment you rent to complete your project.
We’ve coached thousands of DIYers just like you since 1998, and love sharing our tips, expertise, and candid (some might say “blunt”) advice.
Ok, let’s get started.
Featured products
In the Twin Cities? Drop by the store and say hi.
Drive on over to 186 Fairview Ave. N in St. Paul, MN 55104.
We have the cutest and best-maintained equipment in town. If you need a machine rental, from drum sanders to floor scrubbers, we have the tools for you!
Visit the store!
If you live in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, visit the most knowledgeable flooring shop you’ll ever visit.
186 Fairview Ave. N St. Paul, MN 55104
Store hours
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
- Closed Monday, July 4
- Closed Monday, Sept 5
Answers to common wood floor sanding questions
How to maintain your home’s hardwood floors
Get the right supplies and tools for your DIY project
Articles about hardwood floor techniques
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