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How much wood floor sanding cost?

Understanding Floor Sanding Costs: Key Factors and Pricing Insights

When considering floor sanding services, many clients hope for a straightforward answer, like £35 per square meter. However, determining the cost of floor sanding isn’t that simple due to several influencing factors, including project duration, material costs, and overall investment. Our general pricing policy carefully takes all these aspects into account, especially when it comes to wood floor sanding.

 

What’s Your Vision?

It’s essential to start with a clear idea of the desired outcome for your floor. Whether it’s a specific finish you’ve seen on Instagram or a style admired in a neighbour’s home, the variety of available finishes and products can be overwhelming. If you’re uncertain about what you want, that’s perfectly okay too. We will guide you through what’s available and, after a detailed discussion, provide bespoke advice tailored to your preferences and needs. Knowing what you want helps in guiding the decision-making process.

Balancing Durability and Aesthetics

Our objective might seem ambitious, but we aim for you to spend as little as possible while enjoying a durable and attractive floor. We prioritise quality and maintenance ease, primarily using Pallmann products—top-tier wood care and finishing products. These aren’t the cheapest options, but they’re worthwhile for those seeking beauty and longevity. If your budget is tight, we may not be the best fit. However, if you’re after a beautiful, high-quality finish, we should definitely talk. Our method statement for floor sanding outlines various finishing options, from basic clear coats to custom stains, highlighting why a simple per-square-meter pricing model doesn’t fit all scenarios. Just to help you get an idea, our full-service floor sanding starts at around £42 per m2.

Proudly Showcased on Social Media

We take pride in our work, eager to showcase completed floors on our social media platforms. More than just visually appealing, we focus on building long-term trust in our services and the quality brands we use. We ensure your flooring withstands the demands of a busy household—be it pets or kids—by setting you up with DIY maintenance reminders tailored to your chosen finish. This approach not only extends the life of your floors but also eliminates the need for further significant investments. Remember, regular maintenance is crucial for lasting beauty and durability.

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Oil or Lacquer – what is the best option for me?

Wood floor finishes not only protect your investment but also enhance its natural beauty. When deciding between an oil finish and a lacquer finish, it helps to understand their unique qualities, maintenance needs, and effects on wood’s appearance. Here’s a detailed guide to help you choose the right finish.

1. How Oil and Lacquer Finishes Affect Wood Grain

Oil and lacquer finishes impact the appearance of wood grain differently:

2K Oil Finish (like Pallmann’s Magic Oil 2K)

  • Uses a two-component formulation, giving enhanced durability compared to traditional 1K oils
  • Penetrates deeply into the wood, enhancing the natural depth and warmth of the grain
  • Highlights variations and textures, creating a rich, matte or low-sheen appearance
  • Allows for breathability, preserving the wood’s flexibility and accommodating natural expansion and contraction

Lacquer Finish (such as Pallmann’s Pall-X 98 or Pall-X Zero)

  • Forms a hard, protective layer on the surface, creating a durable barrier
  • Pall-X Zero offers a unique, solvent-free composition for an eco-friendly application while maintaining a natural matte look
  • Pall-X Zero’s advanced formulation reduces VOCs, making it a safer option for indoor environments
  • Offers a range of sheen options with Pall-X 98, from matte to glossy, depending on the desired look
  • May obscure subtle details in the grain compared to the oil but provides excellent wear resistance

For those wanting the best of both, applying an ultra-matte lacquer over an oil finish can preserve the “oiled” look while adding an extra layer of protection. This technique is particularly effective as part of a comprehensive sanding and finishing process that ensures a smooth, long-lasting finish.

2. Combining Oil-Based Primer and Lacquer: The Best of Both Worlds

To achieve the depth of an oil finish with the durability of lacquer, you can use an oil-based primer like Pall-X 333 with a lacquer topcoat, such as Pall-X Zero. This combination brings the following benefits:

  • Enhanced Depth and Grain: The oil-based primer enriches the wood grain’s appearance, bringing out its natural depth
  • Durability and Protection: A lacquer topcoat like Pall-X Zero provides a resilient layer that protects against spills, scratches, and wear
  • Eco-Friendly Solution: Using Pall-X Zero adds an environmentally-conscious option, reducing VOCs while maintaining durability

For more details on this technique, check out our blog on combining Pall-X 333 and Pall-X Zero to achieve a natural look with added protection.

3. Benefits of 2K Oil Over Traditional 1K Oils

Using a two-component (2K) oil like Pallmann’s Magic Oil 2K offers significant advantages over traditional single-component (1K) oils:

  • Enhanced Durability: 2K oil creates a tougher, more resilient surface, ideal for high-traffic areas
  • Faster Curing Time: Reduces waiting time after application, allowing quicker access to the floor
  • Better Chemical Resistance: 2K oils withstand spills and stains better, making them suitable for busy spaces
  • Higher Scratch Resistance: More durable against everyday wear, helping to preserve the floor’s look longer
  • Easier Maintenance: Offers longer intervals between re-oiling, reducing maintenance frequency while keeping the finish fresh

4. Maintenance Requirements: Oil vs Lacquer

All wood floors require maintenance, but oil and lacquer finishes differ in upkeep:

2K Oil Finish Maintenance

  • Requires periodic re-oiling, which refreshes the wood’s look and adds protection
  • Allows for spot treatments and easier touch-ups without full sanding
  • Regular deep cleaning and re-oiling help preserve the grain’s depth and prevent wear

Lacquer Finish Maintenance

  • Creates a durable surface layer that is easier to clean regularly
  • May need full sanding if soiling becomes ingrained or if neglected over time
  • Pall-X Zero offers an eco-friendly, breathable finish, reducing VOCs without sacrificing durability

For more guidance on maintenance options, see our wood floor restoration page for tips on extending the life of your floors.

Final Thoughts on Choosing Between Oil and Lacquer

Choosing between an oil and lacquer finish depends on your aesthetic preferences, desired maintenance level, and specific floor use. 2K oil finishes bring out the wood’s character with better durability and easier maintenance than traditional oils, ideal for those wanting a natural look with touch-up flexibility. Lacquer finishes offer a tougher surface layer with higher resistance to spills and stains, while Pall-X Zero adds an eco-friendly, low-VOC benefit that supports indoor air quality and sustainable practices.

For the best of both, consider combining Pall-X 333 oil-based primer with Pall-X Zero lacquer as part of your sanding and finishing service to maintain a natural look with the added durability of a lacquer topcoat.

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Whitewashed Wood Floor

Whitewashed wood floor – how to achieve a Scandinavian look?

There is a certain charm to whitewashed Scandinavian wood floors that have been capturing the hearts of homeowners for centuries. While the look is timeless, achieving it can be a little tricky. In this blog post, we will discuss the difference between the traditional Scandinavian whitewash technique and more modern methods. We will also talk about how to maintain your wood floor once you have achieved the desired look, and whether soap or sealant is the best option.

What is the Scandinavian look?

If you are considering whitewashing your wood floor, it is important to understand the difference between the traditional Scandinavian method and more modern techniques. The original approach uses a mixture of lime and water, which is applied to the floor with a brush. This method is not as durable as more modern approaches, and it will require more frequent maintenance. Do expect to re-soap your floors every 2 weeks.

Modern approach for white wash effect

Nowadays, there are many different products on the market that can be used to whitewash your wood floor. Pallmann offers a wide range of high-quality sealants that can be used to achieve the desired look. When choosing a product, it is important to consider how often you will need to refresh your floor. For example, if you have a busy household, you may need to re-oil your floor more often than if you live alone.

How to protect your whitewashed wood floor – Oil or Lacquer?

My personal opinion and the best advice to keep a whitewashed wood floor is to lock white pigment under 2 coats of 2k lacquer with additional white pigment built-in. Maintaining the white finish with this option is so much easier. You could decide on 2k white or pure oil which should be all right for light traffic areas like bedrooms.

Once you have chosen the right product for your needs, it is important to follow the instructions carefully. After the full sanding process of your floor, applying too much sealant or soap can damage your wood floor, so it is important to apply the product evenly and in thin layers. Once you have achieved the desired look, it is important to maintain your wood floor properly. Regular sweeping and mopping will help to remove dirt and debris, and Pallmann offers a wide range of cleaning products specifically designed for use on sealed floors.

Conclusion

So, there you have it! Whitewashing your wood floor is a great way to achieve the sought-after Scandinavian look. With a little bit of planning and the right products, you can achieve a beautiful finish that will last for years to come. Thanks for reading!

Do you have any questions about whitewashing your wood floor? Get in touch with us and we will be happy to help!

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Dust-Free Floor Sanding

How dusty is it?

Dust-free floor sanding stands for its name. Floor sanding is not dusty anymore! It used to be years ago. The development in equipment and Health & Safety Laws evolved and as a result, it formed dust-free floor sanding procedures.

Skill & Knowledge

Knowledge is the key to everything. If unskilled technicians work with good equipment the results are going to be average, which we assume is not what you are looking for. We use state of the art equipment which minimises the amount of dust protecting you, your family and the technicians. Along with high-quality equipment, we have vacuums with HEPA filters connected to the equipment to minimise the amount of dust in the air. All of your floor sanding technicians are Pallmann Parkettprofi approved and have completed at least one Ultimate Floor Sanding Company Training.

Wood dust can hurt your lungs

Wood dust particles can be very fine and due to that fact, they may stay airborne for a very long time. You might have experienced a similar situation when you had some building work at your home. The building dust can stay airborne for even a month if not longer. You don’t want that dust to be in your lungs and your loved ones, do you?

Exposure to dust

You may think that you will be just fine with so little exposure and you might be actually wrong. Devil is in the details! It is a one-time exposure for you. Our technicians do it every day and in the long run for them, it may be critical. So, please protect yourself and others by choosing a dust-free system and make sure the technicians involved in the job are well trained and educated in this matter.

Dust-free floor sanding equipment

Our dust-free floor sanding equipment

Is it 100% Dust Free Sanding?

Although we do our best to prevent any dust in the air, it is not possible yet to remove all of it. Especially when working on the edges and stairs. Our floor sanding system is good enough to work in the commercial environment without any additional protection. We have done some work in high-end shops with the shoes on the shelves. Time limitations and deadlines didn’t really allow us to protect everything, as it was not necessary at all.

We are simply honest with you. We do not try to oversell the greatness of our system and promise you something which is not achievable. Please expect that some of the cleaning work might have to be done after the project, but it is not a massive amount. It can easily fit into your general cleaning schedule and doesn’t require any extra amount of specialised work. If you prefer, we can put you in touch with some cleaning companies in the area as we have a good network with local businesses.

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Floorboards Sanding DIY

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Pine floorboards sanding

The beauty of the floorboards hidden under

Floorboard sanding has gained significant attention in households across the UK in recent times. Intrigued by this trend, I’ve delved into the intricacies of this transformative process.

The charm of wooden floors graces numerous residences throughout the UK. Often hidden beneath carpets or other coverings, these floors harbor untapped potential waiting to be uncovered.

When carpets are lifted, the typical appearance of a floor is as follows:

Floorboards sanding difficulties 

Uneven floorboard covered in residue.

Sanding pine floorboards presents a challenging task. These surfaces often feature adhesives, nails, screws, staples, and more. Additionally, they can be uneven and marred by various factors like woodworms, plumbers, and electricians. The initial step in floorboard sanding involves levelling the floor and streamlining subsequent sanding phases for improved results. This phase can demand significant time and material resources.

The floorboards are softwood.

As a softwood, pine necessitates a higher quantity of sanding paper compared to hardwoods like oak. Its softer nature leads to quicker paper clogging. Consequently, attaining a refined, smooth finish during the sanding and finishing stages is more challenging, resulting in a lengthier project completion timeframe.

Repairing the floorboards.

Frequently, floorboard sanding projects entail necessary repairs. The challenge lies in the fact that acquiring new pine boards would result in a noticeable disparity when compared to your century-old planks. Instead, opting for reclaimed pine timber of similar age, thickness, and width is crucial. While sources for such timber exist, their availability can be elusive, demanding a dose of patience – perhaps even some yoga or meditation :).

Repair work might encompass board replacement, hole filling, and joist building or replacement. Numerous concealed issues may remain undisclosed during the initial quote visit, often surfacing after repairs commence or heavy machinery is applied to the floor. Restoring old pine floors demands a degree of tolerance. In essence, they were never intended to serve as final flooring but rather subfloors. Even after meticulous repair work, new issues may manifest over time. It’s vital to recognize that these aren’t shortcomings of the repair process, but rather a consequence of the floor’s unknown history and what lies beneath.

Staining & finishing your floorboards

The most common finish of the pine floor is just a natural look, however, if you like it stained, I personally think that the reactive stains from Ciranova look best on pine. Have a look at the Ciranova range here-click, and scroll down to reactive stains. It can be finished with either oil or lacquer.  Although the easiest and the cheapest to work with are solvent-based stains like Morrells. You can also use an oil-based stain like Pall-X 333 range if there aren’t too many imperfections on the floor and the gaps are filled.

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Pricing floorboard sanding work

Clearly, this task isn’t a simple endeavour, making it challenging to predict every potential obstacle during the floorboard restoration process. Frequently, the floor is concealed beneath carpets, rendering the underlying condition invisible. While carpets are in place, we can provide a preliminary assessment, but please note that we won’t account for floorboard repairs at this stage.

Upon carpet removal, we can thoroughly evaluate the scope of work required and then furnish you with a more accurate quote for your wooden floor’s rejuvenation. Our preference for completing the project involves utilizing top-tier products from Pallmann to achieve a high-quality finish.

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Looking After Your Oiled Floors

 

Taking care of your oiled floors is a breeze. Magic Oil, suitable for both residential and commercial environments, brings out the natural beauty of your floor while providing protection against spills and stains. Unlike lacquered floors, scratches on oiled floors add character, and patch repairs are possible. Here’s how to maintain your oiled floor:

  1. Act promptly: Clean up spills and stains immediately to prevent long-term damage. Even the toughest finishes have limits.
  2. Regular cleaning: Use a neutral floor cleaner recommended by the manufacturer to clean your floors regularly. Follow the instructions provided in the datasheets.
  3. Extra protection: Periodically, apply magic oil care for an additional layer of protection. Note that spills should still be cleaned up promptly.
  4. Cleaning process: Start by removing dry soil by vacuuming or sweeping. Then, use a high-quality microfiber mop to apply the diluted product and mop the floor. Allow the floor to dry, which should take no longer than 10 minutes.

Why oil in the first place?

Is lacquer better than oil? In the long run, the answer is no. While lacquer may offer slightly better protection initially, it requires full restoration when worn and doesn’t age gracefully. Oiled floors, on the other hand, develop character with scratches. The choice between lacquer and oil also depends on the desired sheen, with lacquer offering a shinier appearance.

  1. It reveals the natural beauty of your floor & brings the grains up and makes your floor look more natural
  2. It also seals the floor & protects it from spills and stains
  3. Scratches on oiled floors add character and become less obvious with maintenance while on lacquered it makes the floor look ugly
  4. A damaged oil floor can be patch repaired while lacquered has to be fully sanded off and redone

It’s worth noting that oil is not suitable for every type of wood, such as bamboo timber.

In terms of health, magic oil is one of the most natural and healthiest products available. It’s a step above having no finish at all, which is not as durable.

How to look after your oiled floor?

While there is no foolproof finish for your floors, it’s important to clean up spills and stains promptly. Just like bulletproof vests are not 100% bulletproof, no floor finish is completely impervious. Regular cleaning with a neutral floor cleaner is recommended, following the manufacturer’s instructions provided in the datasheets.

For added protection, you can use magic oil care periodically. This thin film finish provides an extra layer of defence for your floor. However, it’s crucial to remember that spills should still be cleaned up as soon as possible, regardless of the additional protection.

The frequency of using magic oil care depends on factors like traffic, daily/weekly usage, and maintenance. Areas with higher footfall, such as the kitchen, may require more attention compared to less frequented spaces like the bedroom. Assess the condition of your floor and adjust the usage of magic oil care accordingly.

By practising regular maintenance and attending to spills promptly, you can keep your oiled floors in great shape and ensure their longevity.

How do I clean my oiled floor?

  1. First, remove the dry soil. Either by vacuuming or sweeping.
  2. We recommend that you use a flat, microfibre, good-quality mop.
  3. Spray some diluted Neutral cleaner like Pallmann Clean Neutral on the floor and then mop it, leaving the floor to dry.
    1. Drying times should not take longer than 10 minutes.
  4. You may use Magic Oil Care undiluted or diluted 1:2 with water for extra protection
    1. Leave 1h before walking

You can purchase all the needed products recommended by us.

Just click on the links below and add them to the cart.

  1. Pallmann Flat Microfibre Mop
  2. Pallmann Clean Neutral
  3. Magic Oil Care

What about the health factor?

In terms of health, Magic Oil is one of the most natural and healthiest products available. It’s a step above having no finish at all, which is not as durable.

 

 

I hope this gives you all the information you need to look after your floor. If you have any other concerns please do not hesitate to ask the question. Just send us an email at . We may not know the answer, but we are very keen on educating ourselves all the time.

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Teak Floor Sanding

Teak floor sanding job in London

Where does it come from and what is the use of it?

Teak floor sanding – getting some information is a great place to start. Little about teak wood first. Teak is a tropical hardwood with very distinct fragrant compared to other timbers. Although, it is very dangerous to work with as dust from sanding may cause a heart attack. If your heart is not in great condition. Due to this fact masks are advisable for those with weak hearts.

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Durability and water-resistant is the biggest value of this timber so it is used for boat building, outside construction, outdoor furniture and of course floor coverings. East and south-east Asia create a great environment for the teak forest, so these are native regions for this timber, mainly India. Teak trees grow up to 40m high. Heartwood is much darker than sapwood so it can give us big variations on colour.
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This is the largest leaving Teak tree which is 47m in height.

Plan vs reality

When we are sending the floor we never know how easy is to remove the old finish. In this particular case, it turned out that it was not easy at all. We were using diamond blades to remove the old finish and it still left melted residue on the floor, so we had gone over with diamond blades once more.

Great result for teak floor sanding in London

The job was incredibly challenging, but at the end, we managed to make this teak parquet floor looking better then customer expected. It is very rewarding to the client and to us to see how we can help you to get your floors looking often better than new with a fraction of the cost.

We started this teak floor sanding with this

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and finishing with magic oil we made it look like this.

Teak floor sanding Teak floor sanding after

If would like to book free consultation how we can make your floors looking great get in touch now.

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Ipe Lapacho Wood Floor Sanding

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Ipe Lapacho wood floor sanding job in London – Ipe is an exotic wood from South America. It is one of the hardest wood on our planet. Therefore, Ipe lapacho wood floor sanding is almost impossible to get absolutely perfect. Maybe thanks to our state of the art equipment or Wojtek :), we have managed to sand it to a scratch-free and beautiful finish, so the client was over the moon with the result.

Ipe lapacho wood floor sanding is challenging not only because of its hardness. In addition, it may also react oddly with different types of finishes, especially water-based. Therefore, in an ideal world, you are supposed to use solvent rather than water-based lacquer. These lacquers are horrible for the health of the person while applying and furthermore, they also have an irritating smell even for up to two weeks after work is completed. As a result, when using solvent-based lacquers, you should always notify the neighbours about the smell and risks involved. Obviously, follow health and safety regulations and common sense while using those products and always read the label and contact the manufacturer if needed

Primer for Ipe Lapacho floor

Ipe is so hard that water has difficulty penetrating it. Due to that fact, if water-based primers are used, they may probably not bring all the colours and it will likely end up with a dull and boring finish. Hence, the only option is a solvent-based primer from Pallmann. It is much more difficult to apply rather than water-based and requires 2 coats. The end product looks amazing and as a result, you will avoid problems with chemical reactions. The picture shows the difference between freshly sanded floor and with the primer applied.

Lacquers for Ipe Lapacho

As much as solvent-based lacquers should be used, we took a chance with water-based. There is a risk of pigments reacting with water-based lacquer, so a test must be carried out prior to application. While testing one area of the floor, this will not guarantee for the finish to fix properly elsewhere. It is important to clarify this with the client and both sides, the client and contractor must agree to take that risk.

Luckily we achieved amazing results with water-based, 2 component lacquer Pall-X 98 and giving the floor the protection it needs over the years of use. From the reaction of the client, it seems that the choice of this finish was fantastic.

Can you stain the Ipe?

Generally, it is not advised to stain any tropical wood floor. They are beautiful as they are. Although we can offer wood staining to other timbers.

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So, if you like what you see and would like to have your wooden floors restored, do not hesitate to get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Give us a call on 0203 8076 330.

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