The right interval depends on how much traffic your floors see and how well they have been maintained between professional services.
For most residential homes, a full sand and polish every 8 to 15 years is sufficient, with a maintenance recoat in between. Recoating – applying a fresh topcoat without full sanding – is a lighter, more affordable service that extends the life of the existing finish and pushes out the need for a full sand. High-traffic areas like hallways and open-plan living spaces may need a full sand every 5 to 8 years, with recoating every 2 to 3 years.
Commercial premises – offices, restaurants, retail spaces, halls, and warehouses – see far more wear and typically require more frequent attention. Stanton Flooring services commercial clients of all sizes across Sydney, and we can advise on a maintenance schedule suited to the specific demands of your space.
Regardless of the calendar, watch for these warning signs that your floors need attention sooner:
- Scratches that do not buff out with a clean cloth
- Grey or white patches where the finish has worn through to bare timber
- A dull, flat appearance that cleaning no longer improves
- Boards that feel rough or splintery underfoot
- Staining that cannot be removed by surface cleaning
- Any cupping or crowning of individual boards
- You are preparing to sell and want to maximise the property’s value