Guide
Practical advice on sanding, finishing and looking after wooden floors.
Maintenance or a Full Sand? When to Refresh Your Floor
Not every tired floor needs sanding. This guide explains when a maintenance treatment is enough and when to sand.
Read articlePreparing Your Home for Floor Sanding
A little preparation makes floor sanding faster, smoother and less stressful. Here is what to do before the team arrives.
Read articleHow to Choose the Right Stain for Your Wooden Floor
A stain can completely change the character of a floor, but the same colour looks different on every timber. This guide explains how to choose a shade you will love.
Read articleSqueaky Floorboards: Causes and Fixes
Squeaky floorboards are one of the most common complaints in older homes. Here is what causes the noise and how it is repaired properly.
Read articleCan You Sand an Engineered Wood Floor?
Whether an engineered floor can be sanded comes down to one thing: its wear layer. Here is how to check and what to expect.
Read articleHow Parquet Floors Are Restored
Worn or loose parquet is rarely beyond saving. This guide covers repairs, sanding techniques and finishes for parquet.
Read articleRestoring Victorian Floorboards
Period pine floorboards are full of character and well worth saving. This guide covers repairs, sanding, gap filling and choosing a finish.
Read articleFloor Sanding Timelines: What to Expect
Most rooms are sanded and finished in one to two days. Here is a realistic timeline so you can plan ahead.
Read articleReviving Grey, Slippery Decking in Spring
Winter leaves most decks grey, green and slippery. Here is how cleaning, sanding and a good decking oil bring it back.
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