This Hoop Pine floor restoration involved plenty of floorboard replacement.
Not only was it riddled with borer damage, but it also had never been sanded before. At almost 100 years old, the timber was, of course showing its age. The owners were clear about their vision.
Even though there was extensive borer damage, they wanted all affected boards removed. This was their instructions, regardless of cost. Polishing old timber floors is our specialty, so we were up for the challenge!
Floorboards Repaired and Stained
At the same time, the new Hoop Pine boards would also need stain to match the existing floor. This is because the old floorboards have darkened with age.
As seen in the image below, all damaged boards are marked for removal. To begin with, I would like to point out an important factor. Before any floor restoration work or floor repairs proceeds, I always walk through with the owner. This is so both parties agree on exactly what will be replaced. Not only that, but also all extra costs are first signed off by the owner.
To clarify, before this floor restoration took place, the extent of borer damage was not clear. This is because it was a two-story house with gyprock ceilings under. They were of course restricting visibility from under the floorboards.
Floor Restored and Completed
This old Hoop Pine floor restoration was now finally complete. As a result, we turned this floor on its head and created a stunning feature of this classic Queenslander. Not only are the new boards blended in beautifully with the old, but the surface finish is pristine.
This is especially evident in the light reflection across the surface in the image above. The clients chose the silky-matt (low sheen) finish rather than the traditional high-gloss. Hoop Pine floor look great in either finish regardless.
We were so pleased with the quality and professionalism of Economy Floor Sanding. Karl did such a great job and exceeded our expectations. Amazing attention to detail and very clear with communication through each step of the process. We would... highly recommend choosing them. 🙂read more
Susan Blumhardt
I couldn’t recommend Karl highly enough. He has completely changed our house. The floors were really shabby looking and now they look absolutely amazing. I can’t wipe the smile off my face every time I see them. Money well spent and his customer... service was exceptional. Thanks Karl we are extremely happy customers!!read more
Sally Redman
I would like to highly recommend Karl from Economy Floor Sanding to anyone who is wanting their floors to be taken care of by a dedicated professional! Karl has spent the past week totally transforming the floors of a nearly 50 year-old-house. They... are absolutely stunning now. Karl is easy to get along with, extremely knowledgeable, prompt and takes the utmost care. I am absolutely thrilled with what Karl has done!! Thank you so very much Karl!read more
Margaret Strike
Karl is a gentleman. He coated our floors and they look amazing! I am so thankful we chose the matt finish (as recommended) as it looks great. Two years on, the floors are standing well up the abuse of two kids under 4. Karl was even kind enough to... come back 2 years later and coat a small section when we removed a kitchen cabinet. I certainly will be using Karl again in the future as we continue to renovate the house!read more
Timothy Nakhla
Karl was fast to respond and took great care to quote and then do the work for our floors. He took time when quoting and talked us through his quote and then when we pulled up the carpet and discovered some issues, Karl kindly took care of them at... no extra charge. The work was beautifully and meticulously finished and he even gave us great after care tips.read more
Erin McCabe
Karl has done an amazing job of our 100 year old hoop pine floors. He blended old and new, keeping all the character and making it look fabulous. So pleased we found someone that spent as much time in preparation as in the application. Could not... recommend Karl more highly.read more
Cameron Turner
Karl at Economy Floor Sanding is the best at his profession. Our hardwood floors had never been sanded or polished before & his experience & expertise showed with the final product. We highly recommend Karl.
Tim Sammon
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For more floor restoration info on floorboard repairs, see our page on repairing borer damage in timber floors.
