Friday, February 25, 2011

Timber Floors Sydney

SPECIALIST IN TIMBER FLOOR SANDING, POLISHING AND LAYING.

At Mirror Floor Sanding we provide all Timber flooring services including:

    * Installation of all Timber, Parquetry and Floating Floors
    * Floor sanding and coating
    * Timber finish stripping and refurbishment

We provide these services for Domestic, Commercial, Sports and Industrial floors, consultation Services and line marking.

Mirror Floor Sanding is a family owned and operated business servicing the Sydney Metropolitan Area and provide a personal yet professional service.

Our clients use our services for all purposes from Domestic and Commercial to Industrial and sporting venues. We aim to maintain the highest standard of professionalism by giving you top quality service with the right advice and are committed to providing our clients with a professional and caring service and guarantee our clients quality workmanship.

So if you're looking for a change from your old carpet or tiles or your tired old floor boards need some revamping and TLC, then don't delay.


There are many types of different timber floors available which suit different properties and ages. Whilst Solid Oak is still the most popular hardwood for flooring the range varies from ash, through to maple and even some exotic redwoods - panga panga, wenge, tiger wood to name a few so you can find any timber to match any period/age of property or any design requirements. The timber is also graded depending on the 'look' you are trying to create. E.g., in a barn conversion distressed means the timber has been aged to look older whereas in a modern new build, Prime would be better as you would want that clean, close grained pattern.

There are many different finishes available, at the moment Limed is very popular so the timber has a 'washed/bleached' look about it but various different colours are available. Even existing floors can be sanded back and then re-finished using different colours so a room can be completely revamped/changed without the cost of a new floor covering. Osmo Polyx Oil is a natural hard wearing finish available in clear or coloured hardwax oil to provide any timber with an easy to maintain hardwearing finish.

The most important thing when buying timber is to check that the product has an FSC certificate; this proves that the timber is correctly forested without harming the environment, most reputable companies are also involved with a re-plantation system to ensure the future of the forests.

With regard to fitting there are many different ways to fit a Solid or Engineered floor. They can either be glued directly onto a screened floor finish or they can be secretly nailed directly onto joists/old boards or battens. There is also the option of fitting an Engineered if you are installing over under floor heating.

There are still a few companies around that salvage old floorboards. Reclaimed Pine is very popular with Reclaimed Oak being very valuable at the moment - however it is a beautiful timber and if the boards could talk! Floorboards can be lifted, treated, cleaned, re-machined, refinished and then refitted - the end result is stunning! A beautiful 'new' floor restored to it's former glory that has had the natural patina re-polished so it looks like it has always belonged in that house, a real talking point!

The toughest question when you have decided on a timber floor is - which wood? There are many different varieties of timber ranging from softwood to hardwood, pre-finished to unfinished, solid to Engineered, Prime grade through to Distressed!

Any reputable flooring supplier can assist in helping you choose the timber that is right for you and your property.

It is also important when choosing the timber that the company you are speaking to can fit the timber as well. Even though you may have already organized fitting the supplier will need to have fitting knowledge to be able to advise on the correct fitting methods/issues.

It is also a good idea for the supplier to visit the property to get a feel of the age of the house, the 'look' you are trying to create etc. At the moment unfinished timber is very popular as once this is fitted it is then finished in situ - meaning the colour can be changed right until the last moment.

For more details visit at www.mirrorfloorsanding.com.au or call on 0418 419 837.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Parquetry Flooring Sydney

We provide these services for Domestic, Commercial, Sports and Industrial floors, consultation Services and line marking.

Mirror Floor Sanding is a family owned and operated business servicing the Sydney Metropolitan Area and provide a personal yet professional service.
Flooring is one of the most beautiful aspects of the home. It is usually chosen with care because the owners want something that will last for the life of the house as well as a flooring product that is easy to care for and looks good too. For this reason many homeowners in Sydney choose timber flooring. The ambience and beautiful patina of timber flooring in Sydney is well known. To get such beautiful timber floors, homeowners employ Sydney floor sanding and polishing specialists. Once the floor is properly sanded back, the homeowner has four main options for finishing.
Water-based coatings those are fast-drying, durable and long-lasting, easy to reapply and better still, non-toxic. They are clear in colour.

A solvent based finish that is also fast-drying and durable, but has a strong smell and is combustible. It is slightly amber.

An oil seal that penetrates has a low odour, an amber colour and a matt finish rather than the high shine of the two previous options. This, too, is low in maintenance.

An oil modified seal with a high gloss that is slow to dry, but has very good durability. All these options are easy to maintain, needing only vacuuming and damp mopping to keep them looking their best.

Sydney parquetry flooring is also a popular choice due to the ease of maintenance, but also because there are many stunning mosaic designs to choose from. Parquetry flooring specialists in Sydney will be able to advise you on the different types of timber they have available as well as the mosaic designs and patterns. This flooring is easy to maintain with a quick mop over after vacuuming up any loose dirt and dust.

Cork flooring in Sydney is another popular choice for homeowners. Cork flooring should be swept or vacuumed daily and damp mopped every week. Never use abrasive cleaners on cork flooring and mop up spills immediately, as liquid left on cork flooring will quickly ruin it. To properly care for cork flooring you should use doormats to keep dirt and sand from being tracked in. Protection should be placed under the legs of furniture so that its weight will not cause indentations in the cork flooring. Follow the Sydney cork flooring specialists' advice on which cleaning products are suitable for your cork floor. If the cork floor tiles have been waxed, a wax paste - not a liquid wax - should be used to maintain their polish.

For more details visit at http://www.mirrorfloorsanding.com.au or call on 0418 419 837.