To get an idea of what a refinish entails, take a look at Richard's work on his Ventus B...
http://craggyaero.com/ventus.htm
140.5 hrs not counting build-up (gear, TOST hook, belts, instruments, registration marks/contest ID, rudder, etc), weighing. All in a wonderful workshop with all the right gear and skills to do it. That's just for the fuselage, now add in the wings.