HARDWOOD FLOOR SANDING IN VANCOUVER
Every great floor starts with great sanding. Sandover Floors has been sanding hardwood floors since 1939, using dust control equipment and careful technique to strip away old finishes, scratches and wear without taking more wood than needed. From Kitsilano to Hastings Sunrise, we give Vancouver homeowners a smooth, even surface ready for a fresh stain and finish.
Professional Hardwood Floor Sanding for Vancouver Homes
Sanding is the step that decides how your finished floor looks. Done well, it removes old coatings, levels uneven boards and opens the grain so stain absorbs evenly. Done poorly, it leaves dips, swirl marks and blotchy colour that no finish can hide.
Our team specializes in hardwood floor sanding in Vancouver homes of every age, from century old fir in character houses to oak and maple in newer builds. We read each floor before we start, adjust our approach to the species and condition of the wood, and sand only as deep as needed, so your floor can be sanded again in the future. Once sanding is complete, we can carry your project straight through to hardwood floor refinishing or custom staining.
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Our Floor Sanding Services
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We sand your floors back to bare wood, removing worn finishes, surface scratches and discolouration across every room, hallway and closet.
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Many older Vancouver homes have original fir, a softer wood that gouges easily under the wrong technique. We use a lighter, more controlled approach to protect the grain and character of these floors.
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Decades old coatings, painted borders and layers of past finishes can clog standard sandpaper. We work through them in stages to reach clean, sound wood underneath.
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The areas a large sander can’t reach are where uneven results usually show. We sand edges, corners, landings, treads and risers by hand and with detail equipment so they match the rest of the floor.
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Going from dark to light, or from an orange toned finish to a natural look, depends on sanding to completely clean wood. We prepare the surface so your new stain colour comes out even.
Our Hardwood Floor Sanding Process
Step 1: Floor Assessment & Preparation
We check board thickness, the existing finish and any damage, then set protruding nails and make any needed repairs so the sander runs smoothly.
Step 2: Initial Sanding
A coarser pass removes old finishes and levels the surface, using dust control equipment throughout.
Step 3: Progressive Fine Sanding
We work through finer grits across the main floor, edges and corners to erase sanding marks and leave an even, smooth surface.
Step 4: Inspection & Next Steps
Once installation is complete, we conduct a final walkthrough to confirm quality and address any questions. The work area is cleaned so your space is ready to enjoy.
Why Choose Sandover Floors for Hardwood Floor Sanding in Vancouver
Less Dust in Your Home
Our dust-control sanding equipment captures much of the dust at the source, keeping your home far cleaner than traditional sanding.
Even, Flawless Results
Professional technique avoids the dips, chatter marks and swirls common with rental sanders.
More Life From Your Floor
By removing only what’s needed, we preserve as much wood as possible so your floor can be sanded again years from now.
Better Stain and Finish Results
A properly sanded floor takes stain evenly and gives your finish a smooth, durable surface to bond to.
An Alternative to Replacement
Sanding can bring back floors that look ready for replacement, often at a fraction of the cost of new hardwood.
Our Flooring Process That Keeps You Informed
Every Step of the Way
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Hardwood Floor Sanding Across Vancouver
From our location on Triumph Street, we sand floors in homes right across the city, including Kitsilano, Point Grey, Dunbar, Kerrisdale, Shaughnessy, Mount Pleasant, Grandview Woodland, Hastings Sunrise, Riley Park and Strathcona. We work in:
Character and heritage homes
Original fir and oak floors, often hidden under carpet or layers of old finish
Vancouver Specials and postwar houses
Solid hardwood that has seen decades of wear and is ready to be sanded back to life
Condos and townhouses
Sanding planned around strata rules and building hours, with dust kept to a minimum
Newer homes
Solid and some engineered floors with enough wear layer to sand and refresh
Serving Vancouver and Metro Vancouver Since 1939
Sandover Floors provides hardwood floor sanding, refinishing, restoration, and repair across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. From Vancouver and Burnaby to Richmond, Surrey, and Coquitlam, our team is known for consistent quality, reliable service, and exceptional craftsmanship.
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HERITAGE FIR
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WIDE PLANK FIR PEARL WHITE FINISH
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HARDWOOD
Frequently Asked Questions About Hardwood Floor Sanding in Vancouver
What is the difference between floor sanding and refinishing?
Sanding is the step that removes the old finish, scratches and wear to expose clean wood. Refinishing is the full project, which includes sanding plus applying stain and a protective finish. Most homeowners book both together, and we handle the entire process.
How many times can a hardwood floor be sanded?
Solid hardwood can usually be sanded many times over its life. Engineered hardwood depends on the thickness of its top wear layer, so some can be sanded once or twice and some not at all. We check your floor before recommending sanding.
Is hardwood floor sanding dusty?
Our dust control sanding equipment captures much of the dust at the source, so the process is far cleaner than traditional sanding. We also clean up at the end of each day.
Can you sand painted or heavily varnished floors?
In most cases, yes. Paint, shellac and old varnish take more passes to remove, and we work through them in stages to reach sound wood. We check board thickness first to make sure there's enough wood to sand safely.
How long does sanding and refinishing take?
Most projects take two to five days, depending on the size of the space and the finish you choose. We confirm your timeline before any work begins.
Can I sand my floors myself with a rental sander?
You can, but rental drum sanders are easy to get wrong and can leave dips, gouges and swirl marks that are expensive to fix. Older fir floors are especially easy to damage. Professional sanding protects the wood and gives you a much more even result.
Ready to Bring Your Floors Back? Book Your Free Sanding Estimate
Tell us about your floors by phone or through our quick contact form, and one of our flooring experts will get back to you to answer your questions. We’ll book a free on site visit to assess your floors and give you a clear quote with no obligation. From the first pass of the sander to the final coat, we make hardwood floor sanding in Vancouver simple, clean and stress free.
Metro Vancouver call 604-720-3671
Fraser Valley call 236-777-6965