Engineered & Solid Floor Repairs
Damaged engineered and solid wood planks replaced, re-bonded and blended in Cobham.
Repairing plank floors
Modern plank floors are tough, but a dropped pan, a leaking dishwasher or a heavy sofa dragged across the room can still leave serious damage. Rather than replacing the whole floor, we cut out and replace the damaged planks, re-bond any that have lifted and blend the repair into the surrounding finish. It is quicker and far cheaper than a replacement floor.
Typical repairs
Replacing individual planks with deep damage
Re-bonding lifted or hollow-sounding boards on glued-down floors
Repairing water-damaged, cupped or swollen sections
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. Our article on sanding engineered floors shows you how to check.
Finishing after the repair
Even the same product changes colour as it ages. Where needed, a full sand and refinish brings the whole floor to one consistent colour. Oiled floors may only need a re-oil after the repair.
After a leak
Water is the most common cause of damage to plank floors. Damp boards swell and cup, and water stains often go right through the wear layer. We check the moisture levels, let the floor dry properly and then decide whether the boards can be flattened by sanding or need replacing. Patience at this stage avoids repeat problems later.
Floating, glued and nailed floors
Floating floors click or glue together over an underlay, glued floors are bonded to the subfloor and nailed floors are secret-fixed to battens or joists. We adapt our approach to the way your floor was fitted, so replacement boards sit flush and stay put. 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. Every job starts with a free survey and 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 I get a price without a visit?
Often, yes. Photos of the floor plus rough measurements let us give a guide price within a working day. We confirm it with a short visit before work starts, so the final quote is fixed.
Will sanding wear my solid floor out?
A solid wood floor can be sanded many times over its life. Each sand removes only a fraction of a millimetre when done properly, which is why period floors are still going strong after a century.
Can you match replacement boards to my floor?
We match the species, width and age of your boards wherever possible. After sanding and finishing the whole area, repairs are very hard to spot. Learn more about wood floor repairs.
Can you repair a water-damaged floor?
Often, yes. Surface stains can usually be sanded out, while badly swollen or stained boards are replaced and blended in. The floor must be fully dry first, so we may check moisture levels before starting.
What does floor sanding cost per square metre?
Prices depend on the floor area, condition, repairs needed and the finish you choose. Our price list shows typical starting prices, and the free survey gives you a fixed written quote.
Can you sand an engineered wood floor?
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.
What our customers say
Floorboards transformed
“From the survey to the final coat the team were punctual, tidy and genuinely cared about the result. There was virtually no dust and the floor looks incredible.”
Weybridge
Professional from start to finish
“The team fitted the work around our weekly bookings, finished on schedule and left the hall spotless. The hall feels bright and welcoming again.”
Stoke d'Abernon
Herringbone hallway looks stunning
“Our 1930s herringbone hallway had years of grime and old varnish. Three days later it is flat, smooth and glowing. Visitors always comment on it now.”
Claygate