The warmth, elegance, attraction, and beauty of wooden lobby floors have no match, but these require more care and attention as compared to other types. High-traffic areas wear quickly due to constant foot traffic, dirt, water exposure, and furniture movement. Corridor floor sanding and polishing is crucial for timber floors’ longevity and beauty. Home entrances, corridors, and lobbies get the most traffic, and the floor wears often. These places require more care than others through regular professional inspection and treatment procedures (sanding and polishing).
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Budget Floor Sanding Brisbane brings a comprehensive guide to the problems in the high-traffic areas, their care and maintenance, and treatment through the sanding and polishing process.
Common Timber Floor Issues In High-Traffic Areas Of Home
Timber floor issues that homeowners usually observe are more in doorways, living rooms, and hallways. The constant footfall damages the timber in many ways, some of which are the following:
- Surface wear and tear
- Fading and discoloration
- Loosening of screws and nails
- Noisy floorboards
- Cupping and warping
Sanding And Polishing Corridor Timber Floors
Repair and renovation of damaged, worn-out timber require expert intervention that can identify the issues and stipulate the best solution. Treatments are necessary when the surface damage is severe and unavoidable. Corridor timber floor sanding and polishing are the floor treatments that reverse the damage and restore the original beauty and durability.
Floor Treatment Plans For Certain High-Traffic Areas In Home
High-traffic areas at home receive constant footfall, dirt, debris, small stones, and moisture. These manifestations are detrimental to hardwood floors and decrease their lifespan. The entrance, lobby, and corridor face the worst exposure to damaging entities that can ruin the appearance. Sanding and polishing treatment plans are essential before things go out of hand, and there is no option left except floor replacement.
Hight-Traffic Areas Floor Sanding Brisbane
The home entrance, Corridor and Lobby are the main areas constantly exposed to outdoor elements. These require regular cleaning and repair to avoid costly treatment later.
The key considerations for sanding and polishing high traffic areas are:
Preparation of the area: The first step before sanding the area is the preparation through cleaning. Broom or vacuuming removes the dust, stone particles, and debris that cause scratches and scuffs.
Sanding the entrance: The Budget Floor Sanding professional team uses specialized tools and equipment to complete work on time and efficiently. Home entrances and lobby are usually small spaces, so it doesn’t take long for a professional to sand them.
Finishing with a good polish: The final step is the application of a good polish. Water-based polyurethane finishes are moisture-resistant and protect the floor from external elements.
Which finish is best for high-traffic areas in your home?
Constant foot traffic in the entrance, corridors, and lobby scratches and fades the timber floor. These areas require a durable and quality polish that takes the impacts and environmental changes well and doesn’t wear soon. Water-bead polyurethane, oil-based polyurethane, and waxes are popular choices for Brisbane homeowners. The water-based finish dries faster, while the oil-based finish takes longer to dry, penetrates deep into the floor, and gives a rich tone.
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Maintenance tips for high-traffic timber floors
- Use felt pads under furniture to prevent dents.
- Area rugs minimize the spread of dirt and dust particles on the floor.
- Place entrance mats to prevent the entry of dirt and foreign particles from outside.
- Avoid furniture dragging. Lift and move the items for relocation.
- Keep the pet nails trimmed to prevent them from scratching the floor.
- High heels have pointed ends that can ruin your timber floor polish. Use separate indoor shoes and leave the boots outside on the shoe rack near the entrance.
- Sand and Polish occasionally: Periodically apply sealant every few years to keep the floor water-resistant and durable.
- Professional inspection: Regular floor inspection by a professional sander is necessary for the evaluation of problems in the wood.
Why Budget Floor Sanding Are The Best Quality Sanders in Brisbane?
Corridor floor damages result from the homeowner’s negligence and lack of professional care and maintenance. For high-traffic areas, treatments require professional intervention that meets the high-level damage demands and provides an expert approach.
Budget Floor Sanding Professional Services recommends an annual inspection of your timber floors to prevent long-term damage and expensive treatments. We provide a free quote for all the timber-related issues in your bathrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions about High Traffic Areas (Entrance, Corridor, And Lobby)
Do you provide services for removing old floor coverings?
Yes, our professional team can remove the old floor coverings like carpet, underlay, and vinyl & pull out all staples and tacks. Additional service fees will be applied for the removal of floor coverings, as indicated in the quotation provided by our team during a phone consultation or an on-site assessment.
When is floorboard replacement necessary?
Floor sanding can remove surface-level scratches, dents, and imperfections, but deep damages( gouges, infestations, and water issues) require floorboard replacement. We can source the floorboards from reclaimed wood or an inconspicuous area of your home.
Will sanding change the color of my floor?
Yes, floor sanding removes the finishes and the wood veneer, exposing fresh wood underneath. This color is lighter because of the lack of stain and polish. You can apply a stain before the finish to achieve the desired color.
How can I access it if my timber floor needs sanding?
There are signs which indicate the need for floor sanding. These indicators are surface imperfections, visible scratches, fading of the color, and dents.
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