Basic
$122 – $391 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 Chicago, Illinois typically costs $144 to $460 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Chicago are 19.0% higher than the national average for stain door.
National average: $125 – $400 each
$122 – $391 each
Light sanding, one coat of wiping stain and one clear coat on both faces and edges
$144 – $460 each
Sanding, conditioner where needed, stain, two coats of satin clear finish on both faces and edges
$180 – $575 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 | $60 – $193 | each |
| Labor | labor | $57 – $182 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $16 – $51 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $11 – $34 | each |
Labor costs in Chicago run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local stain door contractors in Chicago for personalized quotes based on your specific project.