Auckland Floor Sanding, Polishing & Resurfacing

Give Your Tired Wood
Floors A Full Makeover

Regardless of its age, condition or location...

When was the last time anyone complimented you on your home or said it looked amazing? Actually, when was the last time you ever said it about your own home?

There’s one area of every home that most people overlook, yet it makes the biggest difference to how it looks and feels.

Most people will spend a fortune on expensive paint jobs, exotic rugs, or high-end furniture. But, if the flooring looks worn and ratty, the home just doesn’t look the same.

A refurbished wood floor can transform the look of any property virtually overnight. Forbes.com, realtor.com, and many other experts estimated a new floor can increase the value of a home by as much as 2-5%. For an average Auckland house, that’s around $33,750.00!

(This is an old Ponsonby villa that was transported just north of Warkworth. We stripped her back and and gave it a new lease on life.)

“Great workmanship from Rick - thoroughly recommend. He was very easy to communicate with and explained the process as he was doing his thing.

We will be getting him back to do the kitchen and lounge when we get around to it!
- Chris McLeod”

Hi, I'm Richard but my friends call me Rick. I’m the owner and operator of Flawless Floor Finishes. I specialise in wood floor sanding... coating... finishing... and repair services in Auckland. I can also lay new floors and I do commercial jobs like halls and auditoriums.

If you’re thinking of revitalising your tired wood floors, then, you’ve come to the right place.

Not only can a new floor increase the value of your property, but it can also completely transform your living environment. It’s like a newly made bed or a freshly cut lawn. It looks so neat and tidy!

Of course, I would say this because I’m a floor sander and I love what I do. But even my clients are impressed at how amazing their home looks after their floors are revitalized. The results are much better than they expected.

So what did I do to exceed their expectations?

Well, I have a unique ‘Quality Assurance Process,’ which is fully backed by my unconditional workmanship guarantee. Which means you don’t pay a dollar until you’re 100 percent satisfied with my workmanship.

Why Would You Trust Me With Your Floors?

Because I pride myself on being on time, professional and I clean up after myself (I never leave a mess.) I have imported state-of-the-art machines from Europe that remove almost all the dust. This reduces the impact on your families health (or pets)... And the best part is, you don’t have to leave your home while I work.

Another good reason is, my staff and I are trade qualified and work to NZ standards. Which means all our staff are full time dedicated floor sanders.

Now, I know it’s important for you to find the right floor sanding company. Especially an experienced and trustworthy one. That’s why I always ask my clients for honest feedback on my work...

Here’s what a few of them had to say about me on Google...

Examples of My Craftsmanship

Before arranging a quote, you probably want to see examples of my workmanship - which is fair enough. I’ve pulled together a selection of photos from jobs I’ve done over the years. Hopefully, one is like the project you have in mind so you can see how great the end result looks.

If not, I can bring my compendium of photos and colour samples for you to look through while I measure and quote your floor. I’ve added comments above each photo explaining the project.

As you’ll see, no job is ever the same so I’m always adapting my approach to get the best outcome.

(1) Making The Old Look Classy Again (Satin polyurethane)

The floor in this old house looks just as good now, as it did the day it was built. From memory, these Kauri floors were hidden under carpet for over 80 years. But luckily, none of the floorboards were damaged and the room was square so, it was a straightforward job.

Can you see the bora damage to some of the floorboards? This is common in floors this age. Depending on the style you desire, we can:

(A) Fill these with putty that matches the natural colour of the floor.

(B) Fill them with epoxy - which gives a smooth finish but leaves the marks visible. Or,

(C) Leave them unfilled which is what this client chose to do. It gives the floor a more authentic look. I personally like this the style best.

We also used a black filler between the floorboards to help with movement and insulation. We also recommend using it in wet areas like the bathroom or kitchen.

Don’t worry if you’re unsure. I can guide you through the options during the FREE quote and consultation.

(The character of these old floors really comes alive with a sand and polish. I love working with these older floors.)

(2) Grand villa floor restoration (Clear polyurethane)

On this particular job, the owner wanted a clean bright look. So I advised on a high gloss finish using a clear polyurethane.

The end result came up great and it brightened the entire house due to the reflective quality of the gloss. It’s an excellent option for dark rooms - like many of these old villas seem to have.

Plus, this coat is very durable. Dog claws or two-year-olds playing on it will hardly leave a mark. I say ‘hardly’ because I have two little children and know how rough they can be. So a little bit of wear and tear is to be expected.

The walls and skirting were freshly painted before I started. It’s usually better that I go before the painters but, if that’s not possible there’s always a way to protect your walls.

In this case, I had to be careful to protect the paint job from any polyurethane bleed or accidental marks. So, I painstakingly tapped every section before sanding and coating the floor... It came up pretty good!

(Nothing transforms an old villa (or any house for that matter) like a high gloss finish on old floors. The first thing you visitors notice are the floors!)

(3) Pre-sale spruce up (Satin waterbased polyurethane)

On this project we sanded and sealed all the floors. The stairs were new so we sanded and stained them separately and then the builder installed afterward.

Like the floor above, careful taping ensured there was no marking on the glass banister. A small spec of polyurethane on the glass is easily seen and looks messy. Thorough preparation and careful workmanship prevent this from happening.

(We love working on bespoke projects. We can communicate directly with your builder and other contractors to make it as stress-free as possible for you.)

(4) For SALE - Yield Increase (High gloss solvent finish)

This house was about to go on the market so these owners were smart and got the floors redone. The whole project went well and came in on time.

This is another high gloss finish and it looks fantastic with the furniture back in place. There’s was black staining on some of the floorboards. This is often caused by water damage that cause the nails to rust.

I try my best to sand it out but in some situations, it's just too deep. We generally recommend a darker stain or a colour match filler which makes it less obvious.

Floors that are under 1 meter from the ground that are poorly insulated are vulnerable to moisture which can cause this. Nevertheless, we'll work out a solution to remove it the best we can.

(These smart clients were selling and knew the value new floors would do when it came to selling their home for top dollar.)

“Hi, I’m Rick, the founder of Flawless Floor Finishes”

As you may have noticed I’m young, but don’t let that deceive you. I have a wealth of experience in the industry.

I learned the trade from my uncle. He’d been in the Auckland floor sanding industry for over a decade. He retired a few years ago but all his years of wisdom live on within me... And the Flawless Floor Finishes team.

Richard Sweetman and his partner from Flawless Floor Finishes

Are you curious about sanding the floors in your home?

The first step is to arrange a FREE, no-obligation consultation & quote. I will personally visit your home and explain the entire process. This includes costs, any potential issues I foresee and realistic completion dates.

I’ll detail each individual costs on the quote (and invoice) for all labour and materials. There’s always 100 percent transparency. I can assure you there will be no ‘cowboy’ surprises or last-minute price hikes when you chose me.

I generally quote for each room on the invoice so you can pick and chose which ones you want done. During the consultation, I‘ll measure your floor and answer any questions you have about the process.

Some of the common things people want to know are:

What’s the difference between water-based polyurethane and solvents?

What is the hardest wearing coat if you have young kids or pets
How to clean and maintain your floor to prolong the look and life of it
Do wood floors look dirtier than carpet or any other flooring product?
Which colours work best in different lighting conditions or interior colour schemes
When’s the best time to get your floors done during a renovation.
Are wood floors cold during the winter months?
Will you liaise with my other contractors working on my home?

Now, I can’t guarantee new wood floors will increase your properties value by $33,750.00 (although it may...) But, I can guarantee, you will receive endless compliments about your new home once I’m finished :)

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