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Floor Care Guide

Straightforward guidance from our floor sanding team.

Keeping Oiled Floors Beautiful: Simple Care Routines

Oiled floors reward a little regular care with years of good looks. Here is what to do daily, monthly and every few years.

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Floor Sanding Timelines: What to Expect

A typical room takes one to two days, but drying and curing times matter just as much. This guide breaks down each stage so you can plan around it.

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Your Checklist Before Floor Sanding Day

A little preparation makes floor sanding faster, smoother and less stressful. Here is what to do before the team arrives.

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Restoring Parquet and Herringbone Floors

Parquet floors can last for generations, and even badly worn blocks can often be saved. This guide covers repairs, sanding techniques and finishes for parquet.

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Reviving Grey, Slippery Decking in Spring

After a wet winter, timber decking often looks tired and feels slippery. Here is how cleaning, sanding and a good decking oil bring it back.

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Restoring Victorian Floorboards

Original Victorian floorboards can look stunning when properly restored. This guide covers repairs, sanding, gap filling and choosing a finish.

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Fixing Creaky Floorboards for Good

Squeaky floorboards are one of the most common complaints in older homes. Learn what causes squeaks and how a professional repair stops them.

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Can My Engineered Floor Be Sanded?

Whether an engineered floor can be sanded comes down to one thing: its wear layer. Here is how to check and what to expect.

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Oil vs Lacquer: Choosing the Right Finish for Your Wooden Floor

Oil and lacquer both protect a sanded floor, but they look, feel and age very differently. This guide explains which one suits the way you live.

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