FLOOR SANDING AND POLISHING STEPS, TIPS and COSTS

Timber floor sanding is popular not only for new floors but also to revitalize old timber floors. Floor sanding and polishing is best carried out by an experienced floor sander. Floor sanding costs will vary depending on finnish required. New 'Dustless' Floor Sanding Machines provide a cleaner alternative to older floor sanding machines. We provide some floor sanding tips and a basic guide to floor sanding costs. Floor sanding equipment may be hired if you intend to sand your own floors. Floor sanding for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and Darwin

Floor Sanding and polishing is carried out in a number of steps. A typical breakdown of floor sanding steps is set out:

  • all furniture is removed and floors are swept clean before floor sanding commences.
  • nails need to be punched
  • nail holes and other imperfections need to be filled with a colour matched wood filler.
  • floors are sanded using an industrial belt floor sander. Edges are sanded using a custom edge sander.
  • 3 coats of polyurethane are applied over three days with light sanding between coats.

 

nail holes punched for floor sanding
Floor sanded and Nail Holes Punched ready for for filling final sand and then polishing
Floor Sanding Equipment
Floor Sanding Equipment

Floors should be re sanded and polished every 5 years (depending on wear). Re sanding and polishing requires only a light sand and helps preserve flooring.

Floor Sanding Costs

A typical costing for 3 coats of polyurethane to 52 m2 would be $1300. Costs will vary depending on: travel costs, multi level buildings, stairs and other factors.
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