Basic
$116 – $372 each
Light sanding, one coat of wiping stain and one clear coat on both faces and edges

Prep, stain and clear-coat one wood door (both faces and edges), including light sanding; full strip/refinish of a damaged door costs more.
Stain Door in Boston, Massachusetts typically costs $137 to $438 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Boston are 14.0% higher than the national average for stain door.
National average: $125 – $400 each
$116 – $372 each
Light sanding, one coat of wiping stain and one clear coat on both faces and edges
$137 – $438 each
Sanding, conditioner where needed, stain, two coats of satin clear finish on both faces and edges
$171 – $547 each
Hardware removed, door sanded through grits, conditioner, stain, sanding sealer, three clear coats on faces and edges
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $56 – $180 | each |
| Labor | labor | $56 – $178 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $15 – $48 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $10 – $32 | each |
Labor costs in Boston run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local stain door contractors in Boston for personalized quotes based on your specific project.