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Floor sanding & restoration in Oxford

Oxford is full of beautiful old floors hiding under carpet. We repair, sand and refinish original floorboards and parquet, from Victorian terraces to college rooms.

Recent job: Yarnton Manor, near Oxford

Panelled room at Yarnton Manor before sanding: floorboards under an old dark stain, by a stained-glass bay window
Before Old dark stain
The same floor at Yarnton Manor after the old stain was removed and the boards sanded back to bare timber
After Stain removed, sanded

Yarnton Manor is a 17th-century manor house in Yarnton, just outside Oxford. We were brought in to prepare the floor in one of its panelled rooms, working alongside an extremely sought-after French polisher.

We removed the existing stain, then sanded and edged the whole floor to an extremely fine finish, ready to take a new oil stain and seal. The team at Yarnton Manor gave us extremely positive feedback on the work.

Repair first, then sand

Good restoration starts with repairs: replacing damaged boards with matching reclaimed timber, re-fixing loose blocks, and filling gaps where needed. Then we sand in stages from coarse to fine for a smooth, even surface.

Finishes to suit your floor

  • Hard-wearing lacquers in matt, satin or gloss
  • Natural oil finishes that are easy to spot-repair
  • Stains to change or match the colour
  • Dust-extracted sanding to keep mess to a minimum

Ongoing care & maintenance

We can also re-coat and maintain floors so they stay in good condition. A light re-coat every few years is far cheaper than a full re-sand.

Questions we're often asked

How long does sanding take?

It depends on the size and condition of the floor. We'll give you a clear timescale with your quote, including drying time before you can use the room.

Can you sand parquet?

Yes. We re-fix any loose blocks first, then sand and refinish.

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