Maintenance vs Full Refurbishment: What’s the Difference?
Many property owners wait until their floor finish has completely worn away before taking action. At that point, sanding and full refurbishment are often unavoidable. Routine maintenance, however, can significantly extend the life of your existing floor finish, reduce long-term refurbishment costs, prevent deep wear and damage, and help maintain a consistently high-quality appearance over time.
If, following an inspection, we find that maintenance alone will not deliver the desired result, we will advise on a full timber floor refurbishment and provide a tailored quotation to suit your needs.
How Often Should Timber Floors Be Maintained?
The ideal maintenance schedule for timber floors depends on how much use they receive. In most domestic properties, professional maintenance carried out approximately twice per year is usually sufficient to keep floors protected and looking their best. In commercial environments, where foot traffic is higher, quarterly maintenance visits are often recommended to manage wear levels effectively. Regular maintenance helps prevent excessive surface wear and ensures your floor does not reach a point where full, costly refurbishment becomes the only option.
”It’s been a real pleasure having Bonsai working on the house of the past months. The workmanship, professional attitude and attention to detail from James, Tim and Ben has been very welcome. I’ll definitely be in touch with any further projects and will certainly recommend you to anyone looking for your skills.
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