Surbiton · Pine
Orange varnish to natural pine
Ambered varnish removed to leave pale, fresh pine boards.
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Service
Floor Sanding
Dust-controlled sanding that strips away years of wear to reveal clean, fresh timber.
Overview
Floor sanding is the heart of what we do – we have been sanding floors locally since 1999 and have completed well over 1,000 jobs. Using continuous-belt machines (no barrel marks), edge sanders and multi-disc finishers connected to professional extraction, we take floors back to clean, flat timber ready for the finish of your choice. Every floor is different: a soft Victorian pine board needs a very different approach to a dense oak strip or a herringbone parquet, and we tailor the work to suit your floor and your budget.
- Removes scratches, stains, wear lanes and failing old finishes
- Continuous-belt sanders – no barrel or chatter marks
- Around 98–99% dust-free with Bona and Lägler extraction
- Carried out personally by an experienced, Lägler-certified sander
- Prepares the floor perfectly for lacquer, oil, stain or whitewash
Before & after
The difference it makes
Ambered varnish removed to leave pale, fresh pine boards.
How it works
Our process
- 1
Fast, free quote
call, email or WhatsApp a few photos. We talk it through on the phone and follow up with a written quote.
- 2
Preparation
rooms protected, protruding nails punched and carpet grippers, staples and old fixings removed.
- 3
Dust-controlled sanding
belt sander for the main floor and edge sanders for the perimeter, all connected to professional extraction.
- 4
Repairs and gaps
loose boards secured, damaged boards replaced and gaps filled with resin filler or pine slivers if required.
- 5
Fine sanding
multi-disc and buffing machines remove the scratch pattern for a smooth, even surface.
- 6
Finishing
your chosen stain, oil or lacquer applied in multiple coats using recognised professional products.
- 7
Clean-down and handover
a final clean, a walk-round together and aftercare advice.
Gallery
Floor Sanding in pictures
Case studies
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Built on reputation
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.”
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FAQs
Floor Sanding questions
Is floor sanding really dust-free?
We won't pretend it's 100% – nobody's is. Our Bona and Lägler machines run with high-capacity extraction, and we'd honestly put it at around 98–99% dust-free. You may find a little surface dust settle over the next few days, but it's very minimal, and we clean down thoroughly before we leave.
Who will actually do the work?
Your floor is sanded by Darren personally – the business is built on reputation, so it matters that every job is done right. On the rare occasion another sander is needed, they are hand-picked by Darren and work to exactly the same standard.
Should I paint my skirting boards before or after?
After, ideally. Sanding right up to the edges can mark freshly painted skirting, so it's best to paint last – and we can offer skirting painting as part of the job if you'd like.
How long does it take?
A typical room is sanded and finished in two to three days including drying time between coats. Larger areas, repairs, gap filling and staining add time – we'll give you a clear timescale with your quote.
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.
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