Commercial Floors That Take a Beating: Choosing Between Sanding, Repair and Replacement
A worn commercial timber floor does not always need replacing. The right decision depends on the condition of the boards, the subfloor, moisture levels, previous repairs and how much disruption the business can allow.
Patchy Wood Floor Colour After Refinishing: What Usually Causes It
A freshly refinished timber floor should look consistent, but patchiness can appear for a few different reasons. Some are normal during curing; others point to preparation or application problems that need correcting.
Flooring in a 1930s House: What Makes These Floors Different to Work With?
1930s houses often hide a mix of original timber flooring, later coverings and altered subfloors. Here’s what usually affects restoration, repair and new installation decisions.
Oil, lacquer or hardwax oil? Choosing a finish that suits the floor and the room
Oil, lacquer and hardwax oil all finish timber differently. The right choice depends on the floor, the room and how you want it to wear over time.
Loose parquet blocks: what causes them and what a proper repair involves
Loose or hollow-sounding parquet does not always mean the whole floor needs replacing. The right repair depends on why the blocks have moved, what is happening underneath them and whether the surrounding floor is still sound.
Original floorboards under carpet: what you can usually expect to find
Lifting carpet in a period property can uncover anything from well-preserved pine boards to stained, patched or previously repaired timber. Here’s what homeowners usually find, and what it may mean for restoration.
When a Floor Finish Starts to Look Patchy: What It Usually Means
Patchiness in a wood floor finish is often a sign of uneven wear rather than a full flooring problem. The key is knowing whether the issue is surface-level, finish-related or a sign the floor needs refinishing.