Looking for a Floor Sanding Company in Ealing?

FlooringFirst is a flooring company providing professional floor sanding and restoration services in Ealing, W5 and W13 and the surrounding areas.

Our floor sanding service in Ealing is delivered by fully insured, experienced flooring technicians using dustless sanding equipment throughout — keeping your home or business clean and undisturbed from start to finish. Whether your floors are original pine floorboards, herringbone parquet, solid hardwood, or engineered timber, we restore them to their best condition using premium sealants from Bona, Loba, Junckers and Osmo.

Ealing covers a wide range of housing and property types — from the large Victorian and Edwardian semis and detached houses of Ealing Common and Haven Green to the smaller terraced streets of West Ealing and Northfields, as well as offices, schools, and community buildings throughout W5 and W13. We work across all of them, and we've been doing so since 2004. Get in touch with FlooringFirst in Ealing and we'll help you get the best from your floors.

What services we offer in Ealing, W5 & W13

• Floor sanding and sealing of solid hardwood and engineered wood floors
• Parquet floor restoration, including herringbone and basketweave patterns — with block repairs, regluing and gap filling throughout
• Original floorboards sanding and repairs, with reclaimed seasoned pine boards matched to your existing floor
• Wood floor repairs — loose and damaged boards, water damage, cupping, subfloor issues and board replacement
• Stairs sanding to complement your refinished floors
• Wood floor staining — from natural lacquer finishes through to grey, whitewashed and dark walnut tones, with samples applied on your own floor before you decide
• Gap filling with resin and sanding dust, or pine slivers for wider gaps — colour-matched to your boards
• Floor soundproofing — useful in Ealing's semi-detached and terraced properties
• 10% discount on our clean and polish service for all floors previously sanded or fitted by FlooringFirst

Parquet floor restoration in Ealing

Ealing has a high concentration of interwar and Edwardian properties — particularly around Montpelier Road, The Avenue and the streets surrounding Ealing Broadway — that were originally fitted with herringbone and basketweave parquet in hallways, dining rooms and sitting rooms. Our parquet restoration service covers the complete process: removing old finish, regluing or replacing any loose or damaged blocks, gap filling throughout using the floor's own sanding dust mixed with resin, and finishing with your choice of lacquer or hardwax oil. Gap filling is something we strongly recommend for all parquet work in Ealing — the area's older properties see significant seasonal movement, and stabilising the floor properly before finishing makes a lasting difference to the result.

Floorboards sanding and repairs in Ealing

The Victorian and Edwardian floorboards running through Ealing's terraced and semi-detached properties are typically solid pine of good thickness — and even boards that have been under carpet for decades, or have suffered water damage or loose fixings over the years, can usually be restored without replacement. Our team starts by refitting any loose boards before sanding begins, then works through the floor in progressive grits before applying a durable finish. Where boards are missing or beyond repair, we source reclaimed or seasoned pine planks matched in width and grain to your existing floor. Our gap filling and staining services are available to complete the result.

Engineered floor renovation in Ealing

Ealing's newer flats and recently converted properties — particularly around Dickens Yard and the regeneration zones near Ealing Broadway station — frequently have engineered wood floors that need refinishing rather than full replacement. Because the wear layer on engineered boards is limited — usually 3–4mm — our technicians always assess layer thickness and sanding history before any work begins. We then sand and refinish with Bona, Loba or Osmo products to restore an even, protected surface without risk of cutting through to the core.

Why choose our floor sanding services in Ealing?

• Clear, itemised quotes — you always know exactly what the work costs before we start
• Free home surveys available six days a week, carried out by experienced flooring surveyors
• Fully insured technicians — your property is fully covered throughout
• Floor Service Guarantee on all restoration and installation work
• Free aftercare advice on the right products to maintain your floor between restorations
• 22 years of experience working across Ealing and West London's varied housing stock

Commercial and community floor sanding in Ealing

We provide commercial floor sanding services throughout Ealing to the highest professional standards, working with:

• Offices and retail premises in W5 and W13
• Restaurants, cafés and pubs
• Schools and nurseries — including sport floor refinishing and line marking
• Churches, halls and community buildings — including heritage and listed interiors where a conservative, preservation-led approach is required

Whatever the size or type of project, contact us and we'll find the right solution.

Featured project — Parquet floor restoration at St. Catherine's Church, Ealing

This is one of the most historically significant projects we've completed in Ealing — the full restoration of the original parquet flooring at St. Catherine's Church, a floor with a genuinely remarkable history.

The floor was laid in two separate phases across four decades. The first half was installed during the church's renovation in 1915, using a lighter-toned timber species. The second half was added during a further refurbishment in 1955, using Mahogany blocks — considerably darker and denser — which gives the floor its distinctive two-tone appearance. By the time we were called in, the entire floor construction had become unstable: the parquet was literally moving underfoot, the result of decades of high foot traffic, moisture movement and failing adhesive.

Our first task was to remove, clean and refit every single parquet block — a painstaking process, but the only reliable way to address a floating floor without losing the original material. Damaged blocks were replaced with matched timber sourced to preserve the two-tone layout as closely as possible. Once the structure was fully stable, we sanded through progressive grits using a belt sander, stripping the old finish back to bare wood.

Working in a historical landmark required particular care at the finishing stage. Sanding reveals the original colour of the wood — significantly brighter and more uniform than the aged patina the owners and congregation had known for generations. We discussed this with the church beforehand and agreed an approach that balanced practical protection with respect for the building's character. Gap filling was carried out using sawdust from the sanding process mixed with resin — producing a neutral tone that sat cleanly between the light and dark blocks. The floor was finished with Junckers HP Commercial lacquer in a matt sheen — a hard-wearing, water-based product well suited to the high foot traffic of a working church, and one that preserves rather than alters the floor's historic appearance.

Frequently asked questions

How much does floor sanding cost in Ealing? Floor sanding in Ealing (W5, W13) typically ranges from £25 to £45 per square metre, depending on floor condition, finish type, and any repair work required. Gap filling, staining and board replacement are quoted separately. We provide fully itemised quotes with no hidden costs.

How long does floor sanding take in Ealing? Most residential jobs in Ealing take one to two days for a standard room. Staining adds drying time between stages, and lacquer requires a light buff between coats. Larger or more complex projects — such as whole-house floorboards or parquet with extensive repairs — are typically completed within three to four days.

Do you offer free site visits in Ealing? Yes — free, no-obligation site visits are available throughout Ealing, West Ealing and Northfields. Your surveyor will assess the floor in person and provide a written quote, usually within 24 hours.

Can you restore floors in Ealing properties that have had water damage? Yes. Water-damaged floorboards and parquet are among the most common repair jobs we handle in Ealing. Depending on the extent of the damage, the solution may involve refitting swollen boards once dry, replacing individual damaged sections, or addressing subfloor moisture before any surface work begins. We assess this properly at the survey stage — there's no point sanding a floor that still has an underlying moisture issue.

Do you work in churches and listed buildings in Ealing? Yes, and we have direct experience of doing so in Ealing itself. Heritage interiors require a more conservative approach — using the minimum effective sanding depth, appropriate low-sheen finishes, and techniques that respect the original installation. We're happy to discuss the specific requirements of listed or sensitive buildings before any work is agreed.

What Our Clients from Ealing Say About Us

“Very good job from the crew. Would definitely use your services again in the future. Thanks.”

Mr. H. Jondo, from Ealing, W5

“The work was carried out with care and enormous attention to detail. The workers were considerate and very pleasant. What more could you ask?”

Mr. G. Hutthings, from Ealing, W5

“Excellent and courteous service.”

Mrs. B. Jermyn, from Ealing, W13

“ Very satisfied. ”

Mr. C. Enskat, from Ealing, W3

“ These are two very conscientiousand hard working people ”

Mr.C. Vargas, from Ealing, W5 4SA

“Just a note to say how very pleased we were with the work carried out by Flooring First in our bedroom. We were impressed from first to last with the professionalism shown by all your employees. Nothing was too much trouble, Sergei took the time to explain the process and the alternatives when we initially asked for a quote. Both he and Eric, especially, who did the actual job, talked us through what they thought would be best for us and then went on to do an absolutely brilliant job on our bedroom floor. We could not be more pleased with the result. We could not be more thrilled. Thank you”

Mr. P. Jennings, from West Ealing, W13 9TF

“Really good workers. I am very very happy with the finish. Excellent job!”

Mr. L. Besse, from Ealing, W5 1NF

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Local Project: Parquet Sanding and Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 September 2024

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Floorboards Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 July 2022

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Wood floor repair, sanding and gap filling in Ealing in Ealing — 1 March 2022

What was the job?

Real wood floors are a great choice for every home and commercial space, probably the best choice. Due to their beauty and attractiveness, the variety of styles and colours, amazing durability and hard-wearing power, real wood floors are a highly sought-after and well-loved choice. However, no matter how high-quality and amazing real wood floors are, they all require a good maintenance routine and more in-depth professional services every now and then. When maintained properly, these floors can last for up to a whole century and still look amazing. For this recent project, our job was to take care of a beautiful hardwood floor in need of some repair and restoration jobs, sanding and refinishing, and gap filling.

What we did?

We started the floor renovation project by inspecting the condition of the floor at the moment. This allows us to find out more about how we can improve the condition of the floor and what are repair jobs have to be done, if any. In this case, our professionals concluded the need for more in-depth renovation and restoration jobs. We have started by refitting some of the floorboards. Over time and due to the impact of moisture, humidity and temperature fluctuations, some of the floorboards may get loose, which affects the structural stability and durability of the floor while posing some risks of more serious damage. If the floorboards are in good condition and they do not require replacement, we simply refit them back in their place.

Next, we continue with the first round of sanding. By sanding the floor we are stripping off the top layer of the floor along with the old finish, dirt build-ups and surface issues. The surface is left smooth and free of issues and imperfections. Meanwhile, we can take care of the gaps between the floorboards that also often appear over time and are taken care of with the help of a professional gap filling service. Finer and smaller gaps are filled with a mix of resin and wood dust collected during the sanding process, wider and larger gaps are filled with pine slivers. Gap filling improves the stability and insulation properties of the floor. Next, we continue with more sanding. Once sanding is done and the surface of the floor is perfectly smooth, even and uniform, we finish things up with the application of a high-quality lacquer finish that is meant to visually improve the floor, while protecting it from surface issues for a few years.

The Bottom Line

Real wood floors are a great investment of your hard-earned money because when maintained regularly and properly, they last for up to a century and you will enjoy them for many years. In order to make sure that your wooden floor is not only going to survive the century but also look and feel stunning, make sure to always hire professional help for the more in-depth maintenance treatments, as well as for when the floor is in need of repair and restoration.

Local Project: Floorboards Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 December 2021

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Parquet Floor Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W13 in Ealing — 1 August 2020

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Floorboards Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 July 2020

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Floorboards Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 June 2019

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Parquet Floor Sanding & Restoration in Ealing, W5 in Ealing — 1 September 2018

The floor showed typical signs of wear before we started work: surface scratches, dull patches, and general finish deterioration. A thorough assessment was carried out to plan the work and choose the right finish for the space.

After sanding and finishing, the floor was restored to a high standard. The wood grain was brought back to life and the new finish provides lasting protection while keeping the character of the original boards.

Local Project: Restoration Of Floorboards and Stairs in Ealing in Ealing — 1 January 2018

A common case in our practice are the damaged wooden floors in newly bought houses. Sometimes their condition seems so bad, that our clients think that the only possible solution is replacement with new flooring. One of the main advantages of the wooden floors is that they could be refinished. Few millimetres under the damaged surface, the timber might be in perfect condition, which means the flooring has the potential to shine again like it is brand new. Our surveyor inspects the thickness of the boards and if it allows beign treated with belt sander we schedule the job.

The work can start after the area is clean of any furniture. Usually, this is the point where the damaged boards are replaced, luckily in this property it was unnecessary. The first stage of the refinishing process is the sanding – this process includes removing the layer of old finish. This happens in few rows with changes in the density of the sandpaper grit between them. The size goes from lower to higher: from 24 up to 60 or even 80 grit. After the surface is smooth and even our team could apply the stain. The preference of our clients was a distinctive colour, that matched well with these mature floorboards. After the stain was applied equally, there was no trace of the previous dull appearance. Followed by three coats of commercial grade finish, the floor will look like this for a long time. The lacquer our team used to seal the flooring was 'Junckers HP Commercial'. We've followed the same step by step process with the old stairs. As you can see from the photos below, their condition was bad, especially in the area that suffered from the heavy footfall.

Local Project: Restoration Of The Parquet Flooring In St. Catherine's Church in Ealing in Ealing — 1 September 2017

This is an interesting case explaining the renovation process of the old parquet flooring in St. Catherine’s Church. There are some interesting things to know about this project, first the clients complained that the whole flooring construction was literally moving.  Except that the floor was laid from two different wood species, which is making its look so attractive. When the church was renovated in 1915 they have installed the first half of the flooring, as can you see on the photos, with lighter wood specie. Then 40 years later during another refurbishing process in 1955 was installed the rest of the floor with parquet blocks cut from Mahogany, which is much darker.  This is the living proof for the durability and the longevity of the real wood flooring. Even after decades of high foot traffic, the original look of the wood can be restored.

First, our team had to fix the major problems. To deal with the floating floor, we had to remove, clean and refit every single parquet block. This process also included replacing some of the damaged blocks. Once the whole structure was stable again we could start with the actual restoration job. The first step was to strip off the old finish in few rows with a belt sander. When we have to work in historical landmarks such as churches, usually there are old wooden furnishes, timber side panels and ceilings with a specific authentic look, achieved due to the passage of the time. The owners must be warned that sanding will reveal the original colour of the wood, which will be much brighter and the flooring might lose its patina. The results of our hard work are remarkable and we successfully kept the charm of this century-old parquet flooring.

After the surface of the flooring was smooth and levelled, we’ve used the saw-dust remains from the sanding and mixed them with resin filler to fill the gaps between the parquet blocks. This service made the whole construction more solid and stable. The next step was to polish the surface one more time, so it can be perfectly smooth before the application of the finishing product.

The last part of the restoration job was to apply a protective sealant. In this case, our team used ‘Junckers HP Commercial’ which is hardwearing water-based lacquer. The sheen preferred from the owners was matt.