This project involved floor sanding and restoration at a property in NW4, NW4 1SA. The client required a professional service and chose us after reviewing local options. Work was carried out by our experienced team with minimal disruption to the household.
Before the Work
The property in Hendon, NW4 required a thorough assessment before any work could begin. Several floorboards had shifted and were flexing underfoot, the fireplace hearth sat proud of the surrounding floor level, and surface damage was visible across the main walkways. Floor condition, subfloor stability and the full scope of work were agreed with the client during the initial site visit before anything was touched.
Our Approach
We started by refitting and re-gluing the loose floorboards, bringing them back flush and securing them properly. The boards were then sanded level with the surrounding floor areas to remove the height differences that had built up over time. The fireplace hearth was treated with a self-levelling compound to bring it flush with the rest of the room — a critical step to prevent the vinyl from bridging or cracking at that transition point. Once the subfloor was flat, stable and consistent throughout, we laid the new vinyl using Osmo MS TRADE Wood Flooring Adhesive, a professional-grade product that provides a firm, flexible bond well suited to older timber subfloors. All edges and transitions were finished cleanly throughout.
The Result
The finished floor is flat, stable and consistent from wall to wall. The vinyl sits without movement or bridging, the fireplace hearth transitions cleanly into the main floor, and the previously loose boards are secure and silent underfoot. All work was completed to specification and signed off by the client on the day with no snagging required. Typical costs for this type of combined subfloor preparation and vinyl installation in North West London range from £25 to £45 per square metre, depending on area size, condition and the vinyl product selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does vinyl need a perfectly flat subfloor? Yes. Vinyl will follow the shape of whatever is underneath it. Any unevenness, board edges or level changes will show through over time, and high spots will cause premature wear. Proper subfloor preparation is what determines how long the finished floor lasts.
Can loose floorboards be fixed without replacing them? In most cases, yes. Where boards have simply shifted or the adhesive has failed, re-gluing and re-securing them is usually sufficient. Boards that are split, badly warped or structurally compromised may need replacing, but this is less common than it appears.
How much does vinyl floor installation cost in Hendon or NW4? For a project involving subfloor preparation and vinyl installation in North West London, costs typically range from £25 to £45 per square metre, depending on the extent of preparation work, area size and the vinyl product selected. We provide a full written quote after a free site visit with no obligation.
Do you cover Hendon and nearby areas? Yes. We work regularly across NW4 and the surrounding postcodes including Brent Cross, Golders Green, Mill Hill and Cricklewood. Call us on 020 88309782 or book a free site visit to discuss your project.