Basic
$102 – $327 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 Des Moines, Iowa typically costs $120 to $384 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Des Moines are 3.0% lower than the national average for stain door.
National average: $125 – $400 each
$102 – $327 each
Light sanding, one coat of wiping stain and one clear coat on both faces and edges
$120 – $384 each
Sanding, conditioner where needed, stain, two coats of satin clear finish on both faces and edges
$150 – $481 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 | $53 – $169 | each |
| Labor | labor | $44 – $140 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $14 – $45 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $9.40 – $30 | each |
Labor costs in Des Moines run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local stain door contractors in Des Moines for personalized quotes based on your specific project.