London Bridge · Engineered Oak
Building site to dark oak
A refurbishment finished with a dramatic charcoal wide-plank oak floor.
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Carshalton · Merton · Sutton · South West London · Surrey
Floor sanding specialists for Merton, Sutton & South West London
Dust-controlled sanding, gap filling, staining, oiling and lacquering by a Lägler-certified craftsman – plus a full supply and fit service for real wood and laminate floors. Fast, free, friendly quotes.
Since 199927+ years sanding floors locally
1,000+jobs completed
98–99%dust-free – honestly
Lägler certifiedBona & Lägler machinery
Before & after
See the difference for yourself
Real floors from real Sand My Floors jobs. Drag the slider to compare the floor we arrived to with the floor we left behind.
Putney · Victorian Pine
Victorian pine living room
Decades of dark stain and varnish sanded away to reveal warm, honey-toned pine.
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Surbiton · Pine
Orange varnish to natural pine
Ambered varnish removed to leave pale, fresh pine boards.
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Wimbledon RFC · Hardwood
Clubhouse function hall
A worn, grey commercial floor sanded back to bright, even timber.
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1,000+
floors sanded and fitted since 1999 across Merton, Sutton and beyond.
Why choose Sand My Floors
A small family firm with a big reputation to protect
We specialise in sanding and renovating existing wooden floors – and we've been doing it locally since 1999.
Done personally by Darren
Your floor is sanded by the owner – or a hand-picked sander who works to exactly the same standard.
Honestly 98–99% dust-free
High-capacity Bona and Lägler extraction. We won't claim 100% – nobody can – but it's very close.
No barrel marks
Continuous-belt sanding machines and multi-disc finishing for a flat, even surface.
Recognised products only
Professional fillers, stains, oils and lacquers that last far longer than cheap alternatives.
Fast, free, friendly quotes
Talk it through on the phone or send photos, then get a clear written quote – no obligation.
Fair, family-firm prices
Small overheads keep prices fair – and returning customers get 10% off another job the same year.
Featured project
Wimbledon RFC Clubhouse Hall
The function hall at Wimbledon Rugby Football Club has a large hardwood strip floor that years of matches, functions and heavy footfall had worn down to a dull, patchy grey.
AfterBefore
During- Location
- Wimbledon
- Floor
- Hardwood
- Service
- Commercial Floor Sanding
- Finish
- Hard-wearing commercial lacquer system
What we do
Sanding, restoring and fitting wooden floors
Floor Sanding
Dust-controlled sanding that strips away years of wear to reveal clean, fresh timber.
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Period Floorboard Restoration
Bringing original Victorian and Edwardian pine boards back to life – character kept, tired finish gone.
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Gap Filling & Pine Slivers
Resin filler or hand-fitted pine slivers to cut draughts and tidy up gaps between boards.
Learn moreFloor Staining & Whitewashing
Stain your floor to any colour from samples – from whitewashed pine to deep charcoal oak.
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Parquet Restoration
Specialist sanding for woodblock parquet – flattened, refreshed and finished to show off the pattern.
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Stair Sanding
Treads, nosings and risers sanded by hand and with compact detail sanders.
Learn moreCommercial Floor Sanding
Sanding and refinishing for clubs, pubs, venues, offices and shops.
Learn moreSupply & Fit: Real Wood & Laminate
New real wood and laminate floors supplied and fitted – or we'll fit the flooring you've chosen.
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Craftsmanship at every stage
Every floor gets the same careful sequence – adapted to the timber, its condition and the finish you choose.
1Belt sanding
Continuous-belt machines strip old finishes and flatten the boards – no barrel marks.
2Edges & detail
Edge sanders work right up to skirtings, hearths, radiators and doorways.
- 3
Gaps & repairs
Boards re-fixed or replaced, gaps filled with resin or hand-fitted pine slivers.
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Finishing
Stain, oil or lacquer applied in multiple coats with fine sanding in between.
Project gallery
Real floors, real homes, real results
Every photo here is from a Sand My Floors job – from Victorian pine in Putney to a clubhouse floor at Wimbledon RFC.
Our machinery
Professional kit. Honest about dust.
Bona and Lägler machines with high-capacity extraction – we'd honestly put it at 98–99% dust-free. And as a lägler certified tradesman, Darren knows exactly how to get the best from them.
- Continuous-belt sanders – no barrel marks
- Edge and stair sanders for every detail
- Bona DCS dust containment on every job
Reviews
Built on reputation
Every job is carried out personally – and we'd love you to tell others how we did.
A promise from Darren
“Your work will be carried out by myself, so I can assure you it's personal when I'm doing the job. My business is built on reputation, so it's essential to me that the job is done right.”
Had a floor done by us?
Reviews help future customers book with confidence. We'd be really grateful if you could share your experience.
Fast, free, friendly quotes
Every floor is different
So every job is quoted individually. Your quote depends on:
- Size of the area
- Floor type & condition
- Existing finishes
- Repairs required
- Gap filling (filler or slivers)
- Staining or colour
- Finish selected
- Access & furniture
Call or send photos and we'll talk it through on the phone, then follow up with a written, no-obligation quote. Minimum charge £300.
Areas we cover
Merton & Sutton – and well beyond
Based in Carshalton, we work across Merton, Sutton, South West London, Kingston and Surrey. Find your local page below.
Sutton & MertonSouth West LondonKingston & RichmondSurreyRecent projects
- Carshalton
- Sutton
- Wallington
- Cheam
- Worcester Park
- Morden
- Mitcham
- Merton Park
- Wimbledon
- Raynes Park
- Colliers Wood
- Putney
- Battersea
- Wandsworth
- Southfields
- Earlsfield
- Tooting
- Balham
- Clapham
- Streatham
- New Malden
- Kingston
- Surbiton
- Richmond
- Twickenham
- Teddington
- Epsom
- Ewell
- Banstead
- Purley
- Coulsdon
- Croydon
- Esher
- Claygate
- Leatherhead
- Reigate
- Redhill
- Cobham
- Weybridge
- Walton-on-Thames
FAQs
Straight answers
How much does floor sanding cost?
Every floor is different – the size, condition, repairs, gap filling, colour and finish all make a difference – so we quote each job individually. Call or WhatsApp a few photos for a fast, free, no-obligation quote: we'll talk it through on the phone and follow up with a written quote. Our minimum charge is £300.
Is floor sanding dusty?
Many companies claim to be 'dust free', but honestly no one is 100%. Our Bona and Lägler machines have very high dust extraction capacity – we'd put it at 98–99% dust-free. We clean down thoroughly before we leave; a little surface dust can settle over the next few days, but it is very minimal.
Who will carry out the work?
Darren carries out the work personally – the business is built on reputation, so it's essential the job is done right. If another sander is ever needed, they are personally chosen by Darren and work to the same standard.
Should I choose filler or slivers for the gaps?
Resin filler isn't guaranteed – wood moves, and filler can work its way out over time. For pine floors we recommend slivers: a longer process, but a far better finish with much less chance of filler dropping out. Oak floors usually have minimal gaps, so filler is very unlikely to come out.
Should I paint my skirting boards before or after sanding?
After, ideally – sanding right up to the edges can mark fresh paint. We can also offer skirting painting as part of the job.
Can you fit new floors as well?
Yes. We supply and fit laminate and real wood floors, and we're happy to fit flooring you've bought yourself.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes – if you've had work done by us and book another job in the same year, we'll give you a 10% customer loyalty discount as a thank you.
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