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Floor sanding is where the top layer of wooden flooring is removed – this restores and refines how it looks, by removing stains, marks, and dents that have built up over time. Alternatively, you might have remove a carpet to find an old wooden floor – sanding would be one of the first things you would do to restore it. Once it’s sanded, it can be varnished, waxed, or oiled to produce a fresh new look. You can sand all types of wood flooring: parquet and boards, solid and engineered.
Sanding typically involves removing under a mm of the top layer, so it can be done up to around ten times, although it depends on:
- The depth of the damage.
- The thickness of your floorboards.
One of the big benefits of wooden flooring is that it’s easy to clean, hypoallergenic, and durable. Wood floors are also warm in winter and cool in summer, along with giving your home an earthy feel to it. Floorboards that are currently exposed may have been treated with a varnish in the past, and may need more attention to restore them to their original state.
It’s the paper-thin top layer of the wood that a professional floor sander will pay most attention to. Invariably, along with old varnish, there are scuffs and scratches that have developed on the floor through wear and tear. For instance, high heels can easily create indentations wooden floors. Dragging furniture such as chairs or tables can scuff or mark floors, or there might simply be parts of your home – like the hallway – that get constant use. An expert floor sander will consider the depth at which the floorboards need to be sanded down to get the best possible result, removing all scrapes and scratches in the process.
The sanding process removes the debris and dirt, pits and dents that currently exist on the floor, and reveal the unblemished wood beneath. Often with exposed floorboards, you’ll find that draughts and squeaks make themselves known, but an expert floor sander can address this for you. They’ll make sure the floor is free from imperfection by carefully filling small gaps, or installing wooden strips or slivers for larger gaps. These restorative steps are necessary to prolong the life and durability of your floor.
There are a variety of finishes that can be applied to your wooden floor to protect it against its future use, and to suit your interior design scheme. These include:
- Varnish.
- Wax.
- Oil.
Should I choose a varnish, wax or oil finish?
It depends on how meticulous you’re going to be in maintaining your wooden floor. Wax or varnish finishes will need periodic recoating. Varnish can last up to 5 years, whereas wax needs recoating twice in the first year, and annually thereafter. This is because the protective barrier of both wax and varnish will eventually diminish, and a new application will need to be applied before this happens. If the bare wood is exposed to dust and dirt again, the whole floor will need to be resanded.
Oil is absorbed by the wood, and though it lacks the protective barrier of wax and varnish, it repels liquids and dirt. To maintain your wooden floor with oil, you’ll need to re-oil it every couple of years, but you can administer it to specific areas as needs must, rather than having to do the whole floor. Ask your professional floor fitter for advice.
Dust-free technology
Another big advantage of hiring a professional is that they’re more likely to have high end sanding equipment that basically combines the sander with a vacuum cleaner. That means no dust, and completing the job in record time as it’s such an easy clean-up operation for the tradesperson.
Cost of floor sanding work
Prices are usually quoted in m², depending on the size of the floor, the level of restoration that’s required, and the finishes that you choose. Basic costs can range from £10 to £20 per m², along with flat fees for carpet removal.
How do I keep my wooden floors looking good?
The elements that damage wooden flooring most are grit and debris that are brought inside from outside. Make sure that you have doormats for people to wipe their shoes before they come in. This is true for maintaining carpets too. Get into the habit of sweeping or vacuuming your wooden floor daily in areas of high traffic, and dry mopping them to catch any dust. Use a specialist wooden floor cleaner to damp-wipe the floor, but remember not to soak it to avoid warping the wood. Keep stilettos away from your wooden floor, they cause damage that can go deep into the wood due to the pointed heels. The options for removing a dent made by stiletto would be to sand it out, or to fill a dent if it’s more than half an inch think. Both options can be tricky to perform yourself, or pricey if you decide to get a professional in.
The use of chemicals during floor sanding
To quickly remove the finish that is currently on the floorboards, some tradespeople use chemical or solvent strippers to clean the wood prior to sanding. These contain ingredients that can carry health risks if they are not handled with care. You should consult your floor sander is you’re concerned about such products being brought into your home.
The qualifications your tradesperson needs
There are currently no formal qualifications that are required by law in the UK for floor sanding. Your floor sanding professional may be a member of the British Wood Flooring Association (BWFA).
Planning permission for floor sanding jobs
While you don’t need planning permission for sanding your wooden floor, if your house is listed you may have to adhere to certain regulations, in which case, you should contact your Local Planning Authority. If you live in a building of multiple occupancy such as within a block of flats, you may be restricted as to whether you can have exposed wooden floors due to the increase in noise that they can generate. If you’re a tenant, it’s worth your time checking your tenancy agreement to see if you can change the flooring. For more information on planning permission, head to the government’s planning portal.
Insurance for floor sanding work
All reputable tradespeople should have public liability insurance, and it’s worth checking they do before any work has begun.
Questions you should ask your tradesperson
- Do they have public liability insurance?
- Do they have a portfolio of their work?
- Do they have previous customers you can contact as references?
- Are they members of any trade associations or accreditation schemes? For example, a member of the British Wood Flooring Association?
- Do they use dust-free technology?
- What chemicals do they use? What are the known side-effects?
- What guarantees do they provide?
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Good communication in advance of the work. Prompt arrival. Friendly professional and did an exceptional job… would highly recommend. Ann
I have been trading for 20 years as a flooring sanding specialist and I am obsessed with finish. I use the best quality machines which include Festool, Lagler and Bona, allowing for a virtually dust free working environment. -Floor sanding -Engineered Flooring -Solid Plank and Block Flooring Floor Sanding/Renovation Making natural wood look and feel beautiful Free, no-obligation quotes Highly qualified Fully insured
Floors look great and almost no dust at all.
For all wooden floors - we offer an expert sanding-repair -varnishing - restoration service. Domestic & Commercial work undertaken. We are a family run business that takes pride in it's work. Prompt & reliable with over 29 years experience in this field. DIY Floor sanding machines also available for hire.
The team did a fantastic job on our floors. I have no hesitation in fully recommending them!
Specialists in high quality floor sanding and restoration of wooden floors & stairs using German dust free sanders and Scandinavian products. Carpet removal & disposal, sanding, gap filling, staining, replacing floor boards, varnishing & colour washing.
Sadri and his collegue did a fantastic job sanding and varnishing our pine parquet floor. The rooms have been transformed and look a lot lighter and stylish now!
Academy Flooring Services is a company specialising in sanding, restoration and fitting of floorboards, solid and engineered wood flooring. We carry out oiling waxing and dyeing of reclaimed timber, bespoke colouring, floor filling concrete hearth removal, beading skirtings and mouldings. We also provide screeds and damp courses for flooring and carry out structural joist work. We also provide acoustic soundproofing for sub floors. We fit laminate, strip and Parquet woodflooring depending on the requirement. Glue, floating, suspended floor or secret nail fixing systems. We have been established for 22 years and cover the south of england. please call or email for more information thanks
Welcome to ReSand, London’s premier floor sanding and renovation service. We specialize in transforming worn-out, aged floors into stunning, revitalized surfaces that breathe new life into your spaces. We consider our clients as neighbours and friends. Let us be your trusted partner in bringing out the best in your wooden floors. Join us on our mission to enhance the beauty of London, one floor at a time! About ReSand At ReSand co uk, we are more than a floor sanding, polishing, and oiling service. We are craftsmen dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the beauty and resilience of wooden flooring. We proudly serve the residents of London, who share our respect for tradition, quality, and sustainability. we hold our company to the highest standards in floor sanding, polishing, and oiling services in London, UK. As we look back on our history and forward to our future, it’s our philosophy and core values that bind us together and help us continue our commitment to excellence. Our philosophy starts with an unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch floor restoration services. We believe in breathing new life into old floors, thus renewing not just surfaces, but the warmth and charm that homes and businesses should emanate. Every floor we restore is a symbol of our dedication, our craftsmanship, and our commitment to service excellence. We have built our company on the foundation of five core values: 1. Quality Our commitment to quality is uncompromising. We believe in using the finest materials, the most advanced equipment, and the highest level of craftsmanship to ensure every floor we touch is transformed into a thing of beauty. Whether it’s floor sanding, polishing or oiling, we endeavour to deliver a finish that exceeds our clients’ expectations. 2. Integrity Our work is grounded in honesty, respect, and fairness. We believe in transparent pricing, honest communications, and upholding the highest ethical standards in our dealings. Integrity guides our decisions and actions, providing a compass for how we treat our clients and each other. 3. Innovation In a rapidly evolving industry, we embrace innovation to stay at the forefront. We are always exploring and implementing new techniques, equipment and products to ensure that our services remain industry-leading. Each floor restoration project presents an opportunity for us to push boundaries and refine our methods further. 4. Sustainability We are committed to protecting the environ
Ivan and Nick did a great job of sanding the floor and treating it. We received good advice and communications throughout. There was minimal mess given the work being undertaken and everyone was very polite. I have no hesitation in giving them 5 stars and recommending their services.
Inspired by the 20+ years of working with flooring, Best of Wood Flooring provides only the highest quality wood flooring installation, restoration and everything in between. We are located in North London and cater to the Capital and surrounding areas. Contact us today for a quote or to discuss your wood flooring needs.
Quite a few floor panels came apart as they were incorrectly fitted. I tried to contact George multiple times but he didn't respond to my messages.
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Would highly recommend. Punctual and friendly. Very reasonable
Hi my name is John Wishart, I have been restoring period woodwork for over 20 years. My work includes floor sanding, French polishing and period timber restoration.
I'm more than delighted with the job John did for me on my floor. I wanted it sanded and whitewashed and I had an exact idea of how I wanted it to look. John managed to achieve that exact look. On top of doing a great job he's just an honest, pleasant and hard working person to have do it. I'd definitely recommend.
More than 17 years in the business! Installation of new wooden floors and restoration of old floors. Professional quality and services. Competitive prices for any enquiries. Bespoke projects available. Epoxy resin river tables on request as part of our business development.
Chris' Flooring Services was OUTSTANDING. We're near Paddington London and Chris was able to quickly book and assess a new sanding, polishing, and varnishing of our wood kitchen floor. Ours has all the family of four traffic you can imagine and the wood floors were beaten up. Chris made them look brand new, and did the job in less time than estimated. EXCELLENT WORK.
"If you're going to get the job done, get the job done properly and first time!" Supply and fit of the finest quality European Oak Floors plus the restoration and sanding of all existing wood floors. "quality is not expensive...it's priceless"
Excellent job, well done. Ancient floorboards made to look lovely, thanks to Raphael and Neil.
We are a familly buisness operating out of taunton in somerset. We are an established and accomplished company with small prices for the quality of work we offer. Years of experience from completed jobs. Offer fantastic customer service.
James did a really good job for the house we’d just bought. The floors were all painted and really ugly, and he sanded them back to the wood and left them looking really nice. He even returned free of charge to fix a problem of “grain raising” which had left the boards a bit rough to the touch and occurred a few days after he’d finished, due to moisture in the space. He was friendly, considerate and empathic, a really pleasant guy to have around and to be involved in our renovation project.
We are a family run business that have covered the uk for over 17 years and are all highly trained and skilled at what we do. We cover all aspects of floor restoration including repairs, sanding, staining and finishing.
Care about our customers
Good communication. Good quality work. Nice and friendly.
RYGOR been on the trade industry for 12 year, Ryan and igor make RYGOR Carpenty,quality work and far prices with a great quality work. Free quote Please don’t excite to ask for any question Many thank RYGOR carpentry
Quick response and quote for job. Excellent work carried out very promptly .
T A JOINERY for all your joinery and home renovation needs. We provide exceptional quality and service in everything we do, Professional Joiners With 25 Years of Experience.
Great job on my garden gate and know what I want. Great trade person highly recommended
Carpentry_Direct, Established since 2002 offers a wide range of services, A fully qualified carpenter by trade but also with skills in most other fields such as planned and constructive . Carpentry_Direct guarantee a positive customer relation along with good communication and moreover client satisfaction.
Robert was great. Friendly service and cracked on with the job. He kept me up to date with the progress and discussed solutions around any tricky parts. Really impressed with the final result and did it with great speed - gave a rough indication of timescale and finished as promised. Great service and would highly recommend and use again.
No job is too small By choosing our company you choose professional service and fast realization time. We are local Edinburgh based with over 10 years of experience. We love what we do and we are proud of providing excellent service. Our clients are number 1 in customer satisfaction. We always ensure high quality finish which meets your requirements.
Really pleased with the work . Painted bedroom and superb job. Patrick very professional and friendly . Would highly recommend and will definitely use for further work,
Specialist wood flooring installers and renovaters. Solid, engineered and laminates.
Professional from start to finish. Competitive price and excellent service! Liam personally handled my enquiry, he understood that I needed my flooring to be fitted within a tight timeframe, he organised everything to make that happen. I cant speak highly enough of Liam and would highly recommend this company.
At O.B.Build we want to make your home look amazing inside or outside.We take pride in our work and can handle any job or task.We are clean tidy, polite and always deliver a quality finish.
John and team did a really good job. He was reliable and always kept in contact which is a plus. He even worked around our working hours so there will be minimal disruption to the business. Work finishing is to a very high standard. We had a fallen ceiling due to damp / water damage from the Flat upstairs. They reinforced the ceiling and redid the coving and painted everything. Also very tidy after each visit. Thank you John! I would definitely recommend!
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