Project Overview
This project involved floor sanding and restoration at a property in South Norwood, SE25. 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 required a detailed assessment before work could begin. Floor condition, subfloor stability and the scope of work across each room were all agreed with the client during the initial visit.
Our Approach
- Floorboards - Replacement (incl. materials)
- Floorboards - Sand, Buff & Lacquer
- Gap Filling
- Thresholds & Fitting (inc. materials)
- Floorboards Staggering ( 2 sqm)
The Result
All work was completed to specification and signed off by the client on the day. Typical costs for this type of work in London range from £25-45 per sqm for sanding and finishing, depending on floor condition, area size and finish selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does floorboard sanding and restoration take in South Norwood? For a project of this scope — including board replacement, gap filling and three coats of lacquer — work typically takes two to three days. The lacquer coats need time to dry between applications, which is factored into the schedule so the floor is ready for use as quickly as possible.
Are replacement floorboards easy to match in SE25 properties? South Norwood has a large stock of Victorian and Edwardian terraces, and original floorboards in these properties are typically wide-plank pine that can be difficult to match with new timber off the shelf. Where possible we source reclaimed boards of the correct width and thickness, which bed in naturally with the surrounding original floor once sanded and finished together. New timber tends to stand out until it has aged, whereas reclaimed boards blend immediately.
<p">What is floorboard staggering and why does it matter? Staggering refers to offsetting the end joints of replacement boards so they do not all line up in a single line across the floor. A staggered layout distributes movement more evenly across the floor and looks far more natural once finished — a row of aligned end joints draws the eye in a way that staggered joints do not.
Do you cover South Norwood and the surrounding SE25 area? Yes. We work regularly across SE25 and the nearby postcodes including Crystal Palace, Norwood Junction, Thornton Heath and Penge. Call us on 020 88309782 or book a free site visit to discuss your floor.