Newcastle Floor Sanders Step-by-Step Guide for Floor Sanding and Polishing
When embarking on the journey of renovating your timber floor, it is essential to focus on a detailed and careful approach, Newcastle Floor Sanders specifically achieves through the implementation of a meticulous floor sanding and floor polishing process. This critical undertaking forms the cornerstone of transforming your weathered and scratched floor into a radiant masterpiece.
In the following sections, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide, breaking down each step of the renovation process. By following these steps, you can breathe new life into your aging floor, bringing out its inherent beauty and restoring it to its former glory. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of floor renovation, unravelling the secrets to achieving a polished and visually stunning outcome for your timber floor.
Old floor Coverings
It is very important to know that old floor covering may contain asbestos this includes lino and some glues. Here at Newcastle Floor Sanders, we have a (Be Safe) policy if it is pre-1985 have it tested. Have it tested and if it contains asbestos get a qualified asbestos remover to remove the product. Here are some pictures of floor coverings that have contained asbestos.
Evaluate the amount of work
Occasionally after lifting up the carpet and finding you have a beautiful timber floor, you may need some repairs. Newcastle Floor Sanders can take care of the repairs. Or even lay a new floor for you. First carefully check your floor for any scratches or gouges. Point any defects out to us so we can discuss the solution.
Ask Newcastle Floor Sanders about our Plastic Wood
If your floor has never been sanded before you may need to have the nails punched, this also resettles the floor if there has been any movement over the years. We make our own Plastic Wood or timber putty we also use fibreglass fillers on some occasions and water-based timber fill. As an extra we can also discuss with you the possibility of filling the floor gaps where we use our plastic wood or Sikaflex.
Give the whole floor a good sanding
Once you find any issues on the floor, the next step is to sand the entire floor. To make sure the edges also look good, we use a different machine for a smooth and even result. A brand new floor requires less sanding and you can start with a P60 grit or P80 grit. Older floors require a course grit and level sanding and sometimes even diagonal sanding, this is done with P40 grit, P36 grit and P24 grit. The final Buffing will be done with a P120 grit or P150 grit.
Coating your timber floor
Once the sanding has been done it is time to coat the floor this is where we have a lot of communication making sure you get exactly what you want. There is a lot of hype in the industry about what is the best type of coating to use ,it comes down to basically Water-based Coatings or Two Pack and Single Pack Polyurethane Coatings, different Sheen levels gloss, semi-gloss, satin, lo-sheen, Matt, extra matte. etc
Also decking oil. And whether to Stain or Whitewash. This can cause quite a dilemma because it seems there is so much to choose from, but it's just the case of your preferences in colour and ease of maintenance. Water-based coatings have more options to make the timber lighter and are less smelly. Polyurethane Coatings are more smelly and can be thrashed more with cleaning products . It's not as simple as new school verse old school, Newcastle floor sanders was one of the first to ever use water-based Coatings, Floor Sanding Newcastle in the late 80s and they have come a long way since then. When I use a coating I like it to come with a strong manufacturer is backing.
Safety Coatings
There are new safety guidelines for timber stairs if your house was built after 2013 the regulation is you need a P3 non-slip coating on your steps or if in a commercial area where there is a slip hazard. Newcastle floor sanders recommends that you have a non-slip certifier specify the non-slip specifications for your commercial area. Here is a photo of a floor with a P4 non-slip rating where the manufacturer Urethane Coatings and Emporium Floor Sanding Supplies worked with Newcastle floor sanders to meet the specifications of this timber floor.
In Conclusion
After completing these steps, you'll have achieved a long lasting timber floor with a great look. Remember these important steps for your timber floor sanding and polishing project to make a big difference. If you're thinking about getting a floor sander or need help with sanding and polishing your timber floors a Timber Flooring Specialist Newcastle Floor Sanders is here to assist you.
- Fast, efficient, and honest, Newcastle Floor Sanders has become a reputable and well-known Floor Refinishing Service. Our team is up for every job, managing projects with the skill and experience our clients have come to expect. We want our customers to be satisfied with our work, which is why we provide open communication channels throughout the duration of each project.
- We have the experience and skills necessary to tackle just about every type of job that comes our way. With Newcastle Floor Sanders, clients know exactly what to expect - professionalism, efficiency and exceptional results.
- Newcastle Floor Sanders is committed to getting the job done, especially when it comes to this service. You can count on us to be professional, timely, efficient and make sure you’re satisfied every step of the way.
- Since its founding, Newcastle Floor Sanders has been one of the most trusted names in the industry. Hire us for this service and learn how we cater to the needs of each client, ensuring the results you need and deserve.
