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Parquet Floor Restoration London

We specialise in sanding, repairing, and refinishing parquet floors of all types, including herringbone and chevron. With dust-free sanding and premium finishes from Pallmann, we deliver flawless results that last — every time.

SANDING EXCELLENCE

Parquet Floor Sanding London

Dust-Free Sanding. Cleaner Results. Better Floors.

Parquet floor restoration begins with professional sanding — and when done properly, it brings your floors back to life while protecting your home from dust and disruption. At Silver Lining Floor Care, we use advanced dust-free sanding systems to safely remove old coatings and surface damage, creating the perfect base for refinishing.

Why choose our parquet sanding services?

We combine expert craftsmanship with industry-leading equipment to deliver exceptional results:

Dust-free sanding equipment with HEPA filtration for a cleaner, healthier environment
Certified technicians trained by Pallmann and the Ultimate Floor Sanding Company
Smooth, uniform finish — no swirl marks, uneven edges, or visible scratch patterns
Precision sanding for all parquet patterns: herringbone, chevron, basketweave and more
Suitable for oak, maple, walnut, cherry, pine, ash, teak, and exotic hardwoods

Want to learn more about how dust-free sanding works?

Explore our detailed Dust-Free Floor Sanding Blog for an inside look at the process.

Parquet floor sanding in progress using professional dust-free equipment, revealing the natural wood beneath old finishes.

Guaranteed satisfaction

Unparalleled Service That Puts You First

At Silver Lining Floor Care, we prioritize your satisfaction above all else. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing unparalleled service that exceeds your expectations.

Always provide a courteous and professional service.
Start and finish on time as agreed with the customer.
Apply our expertise at all times.
To protect your property and leave it clean.
Offer a full follow up service should you need it.

INTEGRITY

Parquet Floor Repairs London

Restoring Your Parquet Flooring

From loose boards to water damage, our expert team handles all types of wood floor repairs in London. We carefully replace damaged blocks, fill gaps, and re-secure loose tiles, restoring the charm and integrity of your original flooring.

Issues Fixed: Loose tiles, scratches, water damage
Process: Block replacement, gap filling, sanding, staining
Clients: Residential and commercial properties

Before and after parquet floor repair, showing damaged and loose blocks restored to a smooth, uniform surface.

FINISHING

Parquet Floor Refinishing London

Add Depth, Protection, and Lasting Style to Your Parquet Floors

Our high-performance finishes — including 2K oils, lacquers, and oil-based stains — bring out the natural beauty of your parquet flooring while shielding it from everyday wear. Whether you’re after a classic sheen, a natural matt look, or a bold new tone, we tailor the finish to match your vision.

Finish Options: Oils, lacquers, stains – all durable and premium grade
Benefits: Long-lasting protection, improved resistance to scratches and moisture
Customisation: Choose your desired tone, sheen, and surface effect
Eco-Friendly: Low-VOC, child- and pet-safe, responsibly formulated products

Freshly refinished parquet floor with a rich, glossy finish, showcasing depth, warmth, and professional restoration.

Transform Your Floors with Us

Are your floors in need of professional care? Look no further. Our team of experts is here to help you. Whether you need floor restorations, commercial services, or soft furnishing care, we've got you covered. Get in touch with us today for a quote or more information.

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Efficiency

Easy Booking Process

Effortless scheduling and premium results – we make it simple to book expert floor care that’s done on time, every time.

Professional Staff

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Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back

Timely Completion

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We complete projects on time, every time

High-Quality Results

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We deliver exceptional quality for every project

CARE

Parquet Flooring Maintenance

Keeping Your Parquet Floors Beautiful — Long After Restoration

Once your parquet floors have been restored, it’s important to protect your investment with proper upkeep. Regular maintenance not only keeps your floors looking their best but also extends the life of your finish — whether lacquered or oiled.

We offer tailored maintenance plans for domestic and commercial clients, including:

Professional Deep Cleaning – removes embedded dirt and dullness
Re-Oiling & Re-Lacquering – refresh worn finishes without full sanding
Polishing & Touch-Ups – restore gloss and smoothness
Custom Schedules – based on traffic, floor type, and finish used

💡 For oiled floors, we recommend periodic Magic Oil Care treatments to nourish the wood. Lacquered floors benefit from re-coating with Pallmann’s Finish Care.

Close-up of a well-maintained parquet floor with a smooth, polished finish, showcasing the beauty of regular care and protection.

Happy Customers

Customer testimonials

Read what our satisfied customers have to say

Silver Lining Floor Care did a wonderful job stripping, cleaning, and PU sealing our blue brick floors. Johnny was wonderfully helpful explaining everything beforehand and what our options were. Dean and the team were friendly, efficient, and went above and beyond. I would highly recommend Silver Lining Floor Care for any of your flooring needs!

Natalie Gegan

Blue Brick Tile Cleaning & Sealing in Kentish Town

Great service - prompt response, great communications and quickly came to carry out our job. Very happy with results. Thank you.

Amelia Tulloch

Marble Polishing

Good experience from beginning to end .Good communication workman attended on time and the end product was excellent.

Frances Begyinah

Wood Floor Fitting, London, Orpington

Fantastic service. Punctual, professional and explained the entire way through. Would recommend

Robert Dyan

Limestone Polishing, London, Finchley

We had a great experience with Silver Lining Floor Care Company. First of all, they came to see me the same day I contacted them to show how the floor sanding would work and also apply a couple of coloured varnishes to appreciate what the final effect would look like. Once selected, they have shared the most professional quote I have seen in my life, with a clear Video explanation that takes you through the quote line by line. Additionally, they have great customer care - they are always available over the phone, whatsapp and email to really address any query you have. Cherry on the cake, they have delivered a very good job, respecting their promise. I would highly recommend.

Barbara Colombo

Oak Floor Sanding and Staining, London, Kensington

Excellent job done cleaning and polishing wooden floor. The team was very helpful and professional. Great communication too. Highly recommended!

Marianna C

Wooden Floor Polishing Hackney, London

First time using Silver Lining. Absolutely excellent job done cleaning our lounge rugs and carpets, and also our whole hallway and stairs by their cleaner Mick using a truck-mounted cleaning system. Will definitely be using them in the future.

Simon Rossi

Carpet Cleaning, London, Hither Green

Super results, pleasant and professional workers, constructive and flexible process. Big thank you to the team! Got the floor of one room, which was very worn and damaged, sanded down, re-stained and lacquered. Particular challenge was trying to match the rest of the flat's flooring, which I didn't know what products had been used on it. The team was super engaged in trying to work this problem, and the results were fantastic.

Charlie McNelly

Floorboards Sanding and Staining, Lodnon, Lower Clapton

Silver Lining Floor Care did an outstanding job sanding and oiling the floors in my new flat. They successfully removed all stains and scratches, leaving the floor looking brand new. The team was very professional throughout the process, providing a detailed quote before starting and offering various options to suit my needs. Their expertise and attention to detail really stood out. I couldn’t be happier with the results, and I feel like I got great value for money. If you're looking for reliable, high-quality floor care, I highly recommend Silver Lining Floor Care!

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Antonio Di Buono

Wood Floor Sanding & Oiling, London, Bermondsey

Johnny and the team were very professional. We had lots of calls to discuss reconditioning our Reclamed Burmese teak parquet floor. We planned the dates for when we went away on holiday. His team were trustworthy reliable with great communication! when we came back from holiday the floor was completed and the treatment is holding up well two months later, much better than the original treatment which was a hard wax oil that only lasted 2 years! it was applied by general builders with no expertise in wood floor treatments. This time we went with a lacquer with hardener, we have a big Labrador dog and we still have no visible scratches on the surface and we look forward to seeing how it holds up with the test of time!

I Tols

Wood Floor Sanding & Lacquering, London, Balham

Excellent service, quick and easy clean. Very knowledgeable.

Dev Mepani

Limestone Polishing, London, Knightsbridge

Great service. Proactive , pleasant comms with Johnny. Finished result is excellent, highly recommend!

Joanna Gardiner

Worktop Sanding & Oiling, London, Shoreditch

I'm extremely happy with the result. Johnny was incredibly helpful in answering all my questions. Dean and Tommy did an outstanding job. They are both friendly and professional. Highly recommended!

S Li

Wood Floor Sanding & Oiling, London, Wandsworth

Silver Lining Floor Care conducted some Victorian Tile restoration and cleaning for me. A day after the initial visit some white residue came to the surface due to moisture in the air. On calling Silver Lining Floor Care to tell them this they returned and rectified immediately. An excellent job and will be using again. I can recommend.

O Bidder

Victorian Tiles Restoration, London, Kensigton

Silver Lining Floor Care refinished our existing floorbaords and installed new engineered oak in the remainder of our flat. They are an extremely professional and efficient business to work with. Johnny was very responsive throughout the scoping and quoting process and recommended an engineered oak floorboard that was both higher quality and cheaper than the boards I'd been looking at. Peter first leveled our floors before installing the new boards to ensure a very professional fit. He was easy to communicate with and sent photos throughout the installation as we were not around to see it in person. We have worked with lots of contractors for the renovation of our flat and been dismayed at how so many companies leave the property in a total mess. Silver Lining Floor Care have been the only company to take good care of the property and leave it in perfect condition. Very happy with the finished product and would definitely recommend them.

Lisa Fox

Wood Floor Fitting, Sanding & Oiling, London, Clapham Common

Johnny, Peter and Milosz did a great job on our floors. The quote was provided promptly and we were kept informed at all times of appointments and next steps. When the carpet was taken up prior to work, this showed that some floorboards needed to be repaired. Milosz did a very thorough job in repairing these, removing gaps, strengthening the existing boards and taking a great deal of care to make the floor look as good as possible. I would recommend Silver Lining Floor Care.

Stephen Rice

Floorboards Sanding and Lacquering, London, Finsbury Park

An excellent service and friendly people

Whitney McVeigh

Wood Floor Sanding & Lacquering, London, Queens Park

Johnny and his team has been very reliable. Great work. I was touched to learn about Johnny's story and his journey in the floorcare industry. Yes they are perhaps not the cheapest company but by far the best one to choose if you want a good job done. Love the fact they use the Pallmann range of products - Great reliable Quality

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Pierre de Wet

Wood Floor Sanding in London, Chelsea

Good job done on our floors in both centres, clarity, information and proper planning executed before, during and after the project. Education links Academy

Resin Floor Restoration, London, Stratford

After 10 years or renting out our flat the floors were looking tired and scuffed Very happy with the service from silver lining with the floors now looking like new again

Robert Hurst

Wood Floor Sanding & Fishing with Raw Wood Effect Lacquer

We had new doors on the back of the house which meant we needed the floor lifted and taken to a new border point. Small job but as time consuming as a new floor. Team were amazing and cut out the old boards and put in the new ones so everything fitted flush with a great trim border they made out of a spare board. Really nice people, clean and tidy and would highly recommend.

jim steven

Wood Floor Repairs, London, Ditton Hill

The team did a great job sanding and oiling our fairly old floor which had a lot of stains - it now looks new!

Trina

Sanding and Oiling Wooden Floors, London, Highbury

I love my newly sanded and stained floors ! Johnny was extremely helpful and responsive as well as very open and honest on their approach and price point. The service is worth the investment and Martin was extremely competent and efficient in the sanding and staining process . The floors look beautiful !

Ruth Hutchison

Wood Floor Sanding, Staining and Lacquering, London, Bushey

Understanding Parquet Floor Restoration in London

Parquet flooring brings timeless charm, architectural character, and warmth to London homes — but over time, even the best-laid blocks can lose their shine. That’s where expert parquet floor restoration comes in.

Whether you live in a Victorian terrace with intricate herringbone patterns or a modern flat with elegant chevron, restoring your parquet is often far more cost-effective than replacing it. It enhances the look, prolongs the life, and adds serious value to your home.

Can Parquet Flooring Be Restored?

Yes — in fact, most parquet floors can be sanded and refinished multiple times, as long as the blocks are made of solid wood. This process removes years of surface wear, scratches, and old finish. At Silver Lining Floor Care, we use dust-free sanding systems to protect your home environment while delivering precise, clean results.

We also carry out repairs before sanding — replacing missing or loose blocks, filling gaps, and fixing water-damaged areas to ensure a flawless, stable surface before any new finish is applied.

How Restoration Works — Step by Step

While every floor is different, here’s a general outline of the process:

Inspection & Test Patch – We assess the condition of your parquet and, where needed, apply small test patches to help you choose the right finish.
Repairs – Loose blocks? Water damage? Missing pieces? We handle all repairs first to ensure a solid foundation.
Dust-Free Sanding – We remove the old finish and even out the surface using HEPA-filter extraction machines.
Finishing – Choose from oils, stains, or lacquers for a custom look. We offer wood floor staining as well as modern matte or satin lacquers, including eco-friendly options.

Choosing the Right Finish

The best finish depends on your lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and how much maintenance you’re comfortable with. We use premium Pallmann systems — and always apply test patches so you can preview each finish on your actual floor.

Here’s a quick overview of the main options:

Hardwax Oils – Magic Oil 2K delivers a warm, natural look that nourishes the wood from within. Durable and repairable — ideal for homes with pets, kids, or underfloor heating.
Lacquers – Tough, low-maintenance protection in a choice of sheens: matte, gloss, or satin. A great option for busy family homes or rental properties. We recommend Pall-X 98, a 2K commercial-grade lacquer, typically applied over primers like Allbase or Pall-X 333 for better adhesion and colour.
Invisible Finishes – Love the freshly-sanded look? Pall-X Pure provides that “bare wood” effect with full protection.
Eco-Friendly, Matte Systems – Want a natural finish that’s built to last? Pall-X 333 and Pall-X Zero combine an oil-based primer to enhance grain with a VOC-free ultra-matte lacquer for durability. A great choice for allergy-sensitive homes or clients seeking sustainability without compromise.
Custom Stains – We can tailor a colour to suit your interior — from pale whitewashed tones to deep walnut. Learn more in our Wood Floor Staining and Finishing service.

🟠 Still unsure whether oil or lacquer is better? Read our full comparison here: Oil or Lacquer – What’s the Best Option for Me?

Is It Worth Restoring Parquet Floors?

In nearly all cases, yes. Restoring a parquet floor is often:

Cheaper than replacement (especially for heritage or listed buildings)
Quicker and less disruptive than full flooring refits
More sustainable by reducing waste and keeping existing timber in use
Visually transformative, revealing the original beauty of oak, teak, merbau, or walnut blocks

We’ve helped hundreds of London homeowners breathe new life into tired or neglected parquet — and the results often surprise even the most design-conscious clients.

Timeframes and Cost Expectations

Most residential projects take 1 to 4 days depending on room size, repairs needed, and finish type. Fast-drying oils allow for quicker re-entry, while lacquers may need longer to cure before moving furniture back in.

In terms of cost, pricing typically ranges between £30–£65 per m², depending on:

Floor condition
Type of wood and pattern
Repair work required
Choice of stain, oil, or lacquer

We always carry out a detailed site visit and provide a clear, itemised quote — so there are no surprises.

What If I Don’t Want Full Sanding

Not every parquet floor needs to be sanded. If your floor is structurally sound and the wear is mostly surface-level, a clean-and-recoat or light buffing may be all that’s required to bring it back to life. This is particularly effective for floors finished with oil or hardwax oil, where minor dullness or fading can be resolved without sanding off the top layer of wood.

We start with a professional deep clean using degreasers and mechanical scrubbers to remove ingrained dirt and residues. From there, we can apply a fresh protective coat — whether that’s a maintenance oil, hardwax, or lacquer — depending on your existing finish.

This lighter-touch approach is:

Faster and less disruptive than full sanding
More affordable, especially for regular upkeep
Ideal for ongoing parquet floor maintenance

👉 Learn more about cleaning and recoating without sanding

We’ll always advise the best option for your floor based on its current condition. And if sanding isn’t necessary, we’ll say so.

FAQs

FAQs: Parquet Floor Restoration in London

Is parquet floor sanding a dusty process?

No — we use professional dust-free sanding equipment with HEPA-filter extraction systems. This ensures the dust is captured at source, protecting your home and air quality. You’ll notice a dramatic difference compared to traditional methods.

Can you repair missing or damaged parquet blocks?

Yes. We offer precise block replacement using reclaimed or new timber to match the existing pattern. We also re-secure loose tiles, fill gaps, and ensure all repairs blend seamlessly with the rest of the floor.

What finishes can I choose for my parquet floors?

We offer:

Hardwax Oils like Magic Oil 2K, for a natural, warm look
Lacquers like Pall-X 98 and Pall-X Zero, for durable protection in matte, satin or gloss
Invisible Finishes such as Pall-X Pure, for that “bare wood” look
Custom stains, from Scandinavian white to rich walnut tones

👉 Learn more about oil vs lacquer and matte vs gloss finishes

Can you maintain my parquet floor without sanding?

Yes — if the surface is in good condition, we offer buff and recoat services or deep cleaning plus maintenance finishing. This is ideal for oiled floors or early signs of wear.

👉 See when cleaning beats sanding

Will you help me choose the right finish?

Absolutely. We’ll show you real-life samples applied to your floor so you can see how each product interacts with your timber and lighting. We tailor finishes to your lifestyle, maintenance preferences, and desired look.

How do I maintain my restored parquet floor?

We recommend:

Regular sweeping or vacuuming with a soft brush
Using a pH-neutral wood floor cleaner
Avoiding steam or excessive water
Scheduling periodic re-oiling or re-lacquering

We also offer custom floor maintenance plans for long-term care.

Can parquet floors be stained a different colour?

Yes. We offer custom parquet floor staining to suit your interior — from light, modern tones to traditional dark finishes. We test options on your actual floor before committing.

👉 See our floor staining and finishing services

Is restoration really worth it?

Definitely. Restoring parquet floors is typically more cost-effective than replacement and helps preserve the unique character of your home. It also boosts property value and provides a healthier, cleaner surface underfoot.

How long does the process take?

It depends on the size of the area, extent of repairs, and finish type. As a guide:

Light buff and recoat: 1 day
Standard sand and refinish: 2–4 days
Repairs + full restoration: 3–5 days

We’ll always give you a clear timeline upfront.

How many times can parquet be sanded?

Solid wood parquet can typically be sanded 3–5 times over its life. Engineered parquet depends on the thickness of the top layer. We always assess the floor’s condition before recommending sanding.

Can you sand engineered parquet floors?

Yes — but only if the top layer (called the wear layer) is thick enough. Some engineered parquet floors can be sanded and refinished 1–2 times, while others are too thin and could be damaged by sanding. We always assess this carefully before recommending restoration.

Can I sand parquet floors myself?

Technically, yes — but we don’t recommend it. Parquet sanding requires expert knowledge of wood grain direction, specialised machinery, and precision to avoid irreversible damage. DIY sanding often leads to uneven results, swirl marks, or even lifted tiles.

👉 Read our guide: Can You Sand Hardwood Floors Yourself?

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Our Work

At Silver Lining Floor Care, we take pride in our expert floor restoration services across London. Our portfolio showcases stunning transformations that highlight our commitment to quality and precision. Whether it’s restoring old floors or enhancing their beauty, our work reflects the highest standards in the industry.