Timber Flooring Tips
Timber floor polishing starts at $35/m2 and goes up to $60/m2 on average. However, the condition of your floor, the type of timber in question, and the polishing products you choose will all impact your final price. Read on for help budgeting your next floor polishing service.
Feel like your space is looking a little dingey, run-down, or outdated?
There’s a good chance you’re not alone.
Over time and with normal wear and tear, your flooring can begin to feel run down and lacklustre (especially if you have kids or pets running around). With thousands of footsteps a day, not to mention impact damage, spills, scratches, and scrapes, a gorgeous timber surface can become aged well before its time.
The good news? Giving your timber surfaces a new lease on life doesn’t have to break the bank. One of the most cost-effective and easy ways to restore your space? Floor polishing.
Here’s everything you should know about floor polishing costs.
The larger your flooring space, the more the job will cost. Generally speaking, polishing timber wood in Australia will cost between $25 and $35 per square metre. However, this also depends on the type of hardwood you need polished.
Typically, polishing stairs will cost more than floor polishing. That’s because stairs are prone to wear and tear. Additionally, stair polishing must be done by hand and requires special tools and expertise. If you are polishing stairs, then, you can expect a higher cost.
Your costs also depend largely on the type of timber that you have in your home. Different types of timber have different care and maintenance requirements. Check out the table below for a quick breakdown.
Type of Timber | Polishing Costs |
Hardwood Timber Flooring | $50 to $100 per square metre |
Engineered Timber Flooring | $40 to $100 per square metre |
Bamboo Timber Flooring | $90 per square metre |
The price will also depend on the type of floor finish that you choose. Here, your primary options consist of water-based finishes, oil-based varnish, or solvent-based finish.
Durable and quick drying -- but they require a more controlled environment to dry. These finishes are generally more expensive.
Take longer to dry but they provide that traditional, scuff-resistant shine.
Extremely durable, though they take a long time to dry and they smell. These finishes are generally less expensive than water-based polyurethane alternatives.
Overall, sanding and polishing your floors can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $8,000. If you have a 3-bedroom home, you should expect to pay an average of $2,500.
That said, you should consider additional costs:
Flooring Service | Average Costs |
Floor staining | $10 per m2 |
Water-based finish | $5 per m2 |
Limewashing | $50 to $60 per m2 |
Modified or special oil finishes | $5 per m2 |
The frequency will depend on many factors, including:
That said, as a rule of thumb, you will want to have your floors professionally polished and protected every 2 to 4 months to maintain their lustre and shine. However, this number can certainly be adjusted based on your budget or your day-to-day needs.
If you’re looking for the best way to maintain your timber floors and update the overall look of your home, consider polishing and sanding services.
Remember, there’s a lot that can go wrong here -- sanding tools are difficult to use, and properly applying finish requires a lot of technique and skill. At Allen Brothers Flooring we understand that you’re looking to cut on costs, not quality. That’s why we offer 5-year warranties on all timber projects for your peace of mind.
As a family owned and operated company with over 14 years experience in floor sanding, polishing, sealing, and repair, we’ve got the tools and the team to help extend the life of your favourite timber surfaces.
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