This South East London floor sanding project involved restoring heavily painted pine floorboards within a residential property, returning them to their natural character.

The floors required full sanding, repairs and gap filling before being sealed with a durable lacquer finish suitable for long-term everyday use.

Project overview:

• Location: South East London

• Property type: Residential

• Floor type: Original pine floorboards

• Condition: Heavily painted with surface wear

• Service: Floor sanding, repairs & gap filling

• Finish: Bona Mega lacquer

Pine floor sanding and restoration across South East London

For this South East London floor sanding project, the existing pine boards were sanded back to remove layers of old paint and surface damage.

After completing the necessary repairs, gap filling was carried out to create a smoother, more uniform finish. Once prepared, the floors were sealed with three coats of Bona Mega lacquer, providing a hard-wearing yet natural-looking result.

The finished floor retained the warmth and character of the original pine while benefiting from a durable, professional finish well suited to residential use.

Why professional floor sanding matters

Correct preparation and finishing play a vital role in the longevity, appearance and safety of timber floors. Professional sanding techniques help achieve a level, consistent surface, while the correct finishing system protects the timber from wear and ongoing maintenance issues.

In larger or high-use spaces, careful product selection and application methods are especially important to ensure durability and safe performance over time.