This open-plan living space in Glastonbury had a modern engineered oak floor beneath a vaulted ceiling, with sliding doors opening out onto the courtyard garden. The floor had lost some of its colour and depth over time, but it was still in good structural condition, so the aim was to refresh the surface carefully without removing more timber than necessary.
Time on site: 3 days
Area: Glastonbury, Somerset
Floor size: 38m²
The starting point
The oak had become dull and tired, but the wear was only on the surface. There were no major repairs needed, so this was a case of taking a careful, controlled approach to bring the floor back to life while preserving as much of the engineered wear layer as possible.
The sanding process
We started at P60 before working through P80, P100 and P120. Modern tongue-and-groove floors do not usually need an aggressive first cut, and we never remove more of the wear layer than necessary. This is especially important with engineered flooring, where the top oak layer can be thinner than it looks. Starting at P60 gave us a clean, even surface whilst keeping as much of the floor intact as possible.
Choosing the finish
The client chose Treatex Hardwood Oil in a soft stain, with a hardener additive in each coat. The additive helps improve durability and curing, while the soft stain gives the oak a gentle lift in colour without hiding the natural grain.
The result
The oak now has a warm, even tone that works beautifully with the bright, open space. The knots, grain and natural variation in the boards still show through, giving the floor character without making the room feel darker or heavier.
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