Engineered & Solid Floor Repairs
Damaged engineered and solid wood planks replaced, re-bonded and blended in Croydon.
Plank floor repairs done properly
A single damaged plank can spoil the look of an otherwise perfect floor. In most cases we can replace just the affected boards and blend them into the rest of the floor. This saves time, money and the disruption of a new floor.
Typical repairs
Replacing individual planks with deep damage
Re-bonding lifted or hollow-sounding boards on glued-down floors
Dealing with cupping and swelling after leaks
Closing gaps caused by movement and fixing failed joints
Knowing your floor
An engineered floor has a top layer of real wood on a stable core; a solid floor is one piece of timber. Knowing which you have tells us how to repair it and how much sanding the floor can take. If you are unsure, our guide can my engineered floor be sanded? explains how to check the wear layer.
Finishing after the repair
Even the same product changes colour as it ages. Depending on the floor, we blend the repair locally or carry out a full solid wood restoration so the whole room is even. Lightly worn oiled floors can often be refreshed with a maintenance re-oil instead.
After a leak
Water is the most common cause of damage to plank floors. Boards that have taken on water may cup, crown or swell at the joints, and dark stains can soak deep into the timber. We check the moisture levels, let the floor dry properly and then decide whether the boards can be flattened by sanding or need replacing. Rushing this stage is the most common reason repairs fail.
How your floor is fitted
Each fitting method needs its own repair technique. We use the right technique for your floor so replacement boards are secure and level. Leftover boards from the original installation make the best repairs, so let us know if you have any.
Related services
This is one of our specialist wood floor repairs, alongside parquet and floorboard work. Check our guide prices for typical costs. Send a few photos or book a free survey for a fixed quote.
Guide prices
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Floorboard replacement
Matched reclaimed or new boards fitted and blended in.
from £35 per board
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Parquet block repairs
Loose or missing blocks re-laid and matched to the existing floor.
from £45 per m²
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Squeaky floor fix
Secure loose boards and joists to stop creaks.
from £120 per room
Guide prices — we confirm a fixed price after a free survey.
Questions about engineered & solid floor repairs
Can you repair a water-damaged floor?
In many cases. Light marks often sand away, while cupped or blackened boards are replaced and blended in. The floor must be fully dry first, so we may check moisture levels before starting.
Can engineered floors be sanded?
In most cases, yes — as long as the top wear layer is 3 mm or more. We check the wear layer during the free survey, often by lifting a threshold strip or a floor vent. Our guide to sanding engineered floors explains more.
How should I prepare the room?
Empty the room where possible and take down curtains that reach the floor. We can help move heavy furniture if we know in advance. Our guide to preparing your home has more tips.
How many times can a solid wood floor be sanded?
Solid timber floors can be sanded again and again. Each sand removes only a very thin layer when done properly, so a well-kept floor will last generations.
Can you quote from photos?
For many jobs, yes. Photos of the floor plus rough measurements let us give a guide price quickly. We confirm it with a short visit before work starts, so the final quote is fixed.
Can you match replacement boards to my floor?
We source matching new or reclaimed timber of the same species and width. After sanding and finishing the whole area, repairs blend in. Learn more about wood floor repairs.
What our customers say
Honest advice — no unnecessary work
“I asked for a full sand, but after looking at the floor they said a fresh coat of lacquer would do. Half the price and the floor looks like new. Rare honesty.”
Sanderstead
Fair price, brilliant finish
“Clear quote with no surprises. They explained the oil options without any pressure and the colour sample matched what we wanted perfectly.”
Sanderstead
Great advice on staining
“I had picked a colour from a brochure, but on our pine it would have looked almost black. The samples showed us a better option and the floor looks brilliant.”
Norbury