Floor Sanding & Polishing in Townsville
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Dale Dow Floor Sanding, based in Townsville, is your trusted partner for all your floor sanding and refinishing needs. With 41 years of experience, I combine reliability, friendliness, and unmatched craftsmanship to deliver quality results every time. Specialising in restoring timber floors, water bourne timber finishes, timber decks and verandahs, I ensure every surface is beautifully finished and built to last.
Fully insured and QBCC licensed, Dale Dow Floor Sanding provides free quotes In Townsville and guarantees all work. If you’re a homeowner owner in Townsville, you can count on my expertise and professional approach. Make an enquiry or call 0427 634 692 today to get started with a free quote.
Floor Sanding & Polishing
Enhance your home with expertly restored timber floors. From sanding to finishing, achieve a flawless, durable surface that highlights natural beauty. Perfect for modern or classic interiors, timber floors offer timeless elegance and long-lasting value, tailored to your space.
Water Bourne Timber Finishes
Experience the eco-friendly durability of water bourne timber finishes. These low-odour, fast-drying solutions provide a clear, protective coat that enhances timber’s natural beauty. With exceptional resistance to wear and tear, water bourne timber finishes deliver a modern, professional touch to any space.
Revive your outdoor spaces with meticulous deck and veranda refinishing. From sanding to sealing, ensure lasting protection against the elements while enhancing natural warmth and character. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing, a well-maintained deck adds charm and functionality to your home.
Timber Floors
Over time, timber floors can lose their natural beauty, showing signs of wear and tear that indicate they need professional care. Dale Dow Floor Sanding in Townsville specialises in restoring timber floors to their former glory, addressing scratches, dullness, discolouration, and uneven surfaces with expert craftsmanship.
Visible scratches commonly arise from heavy foot traffic, pets, or moving furniture. These can allow moisture to penetrate the wood, leading to further damage. Noticeable scratches, rough patches, or uneven surfaces are an indication that your floors may need sanding.
Discolouration can also indicate that your floors need attention. Signs of fading or dark stains from spills suggest that the protective finish has worn off. A professional sanding and refinishing service can restore the wood’s original, even colour.
Dullness and loss of shine often occur in high-traffic areas such as kitchens and living rooms, making them appear lifeless compared to less-used parts of the home. This lack of lustre shows the top coating is damaged and requires refinishing to revive the timber's rich, polished look.
The Floor Sanding Process
Dale Dow Floor Sanding in Townsville follows a meticulous approach to restore the natural beauty of your timber floors.
- Inspection: I identify issues like scratches, stains, and uneven surfaces while discussing your preferences and goals. Whether it’s a full restoration or light sanding, I provide a transparent, detailed quote and timeline to help you plan effectively.
- Sanding: The sanding process begins with coarse sanding to remove old finishes and level the floor. Next, intermediate sanding smooths the surface, addressing imperfections. Finally, fine sanding refines the timber, opening the wood grain for an even finish. Edges and corners are meticulously sanded, and the area is thoroughly cleaned to ensure a perfect base for finishing.
- Finishing: I offer a variety of finishes. Multiple coats are applied with care, with buffing between each to enhance durability and appearance. After the final coat and curing period, your beautifully restored timber floors are ready to enjoy.
Water Bourne Timber Finishes
Water bourne timber finishes are a modern, eco-friendly option that provide exceptional durability and beauty for timber floors. These finishes are designed to enhance the natural grain of the wood while offering long-lasting protection. They deliver a clear, professional appearance without the strong odours often associated with traditional finishes.
- Low Odour and Quick Drying: These finishes emit minimal odour, making them a healthier option for indoor spaces. They also dry quickly, reducing downtime and allowing you to use your floors sooner.
- Eco-Friendly Solution: Formulated with fewer harmful chemicals, water bourne timber finishes are environmentally responsible and safe for homes, especially those with children or pets.
- Enhanced Appearance: Water bourne timber finishes provide a clear, natural look that highlights the timber’s grain and colour without yellowing over time.
Timber Decks & Verandahs
Timber decks and verandahs are valuable extensions of your living space, but constant exposure to the elements can lead to wear and tear over time. Harsh sunlight can cause fading and discolouration, while rain and humidity may lead to moisture stains, warping, or even rot if left untreated. These issues not only compromise the appearance of your outdoor spaces but can also weaken the structural integrity of the timber. Regular maintenance, including sanding and refinishing, is essential to preserving their beauty and functionality.
Peeling or flaking finishes are another clear sign that your deck or verandah needs attention. This occurs when the protective coating has worn away, leaving the timber vulnerable to further damage. Additionally, visible scratches, splintering wood, or rough patches can make these areas less comfortable to walk on and pose safety risks. If the surface feels uneven or looks dull and lifeless, it’s time to consider professional care to restore charm and long-term durability.
For optimal results, timber decks and verandahs should be sanded and refinished regularly, depending on factors like foot traffic, exposure to weather, and general use. Timely maintenance protects the wood from deterioration, ensuring it remains a beautiful and safe feature of your home for years to come.
Outdoor Timber Refinishing
Dale Dow Floor Sanding restores timber decks and verandahs to deliver durable and beautiful results. Here’s what you can expect:
- Inspection: Assessing the condition of the timber, identifying damage.
- Coarse Sanding: Removing old finishes, scratches, and imperfections, creating an even surface.
- Fine Sanding: Smoothing the timber and preparing it for finishing, ensuring a polished base.
- Application of Finish: Applying multiple coats of a protective finish suited to your needs, such as oil-based or water-based products, for durability and weather resistance.
- Drying: Allowing the finish to fully cure.
Testimonials
Amazing results and great communication
Dale worked on my floors for two weeks during very hot conditions, they were in poor condition and now - I cannot believe the results! The job was a tough one and Dale calmly carried on. He communicated constantly with me informing me of where he was at, how long left to go and any problems which needed my attention or advice. I really recommend Dale for your floor sanding jobs. Great bloke too!
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Stephen
Professional outstanding service
Everything on time, phone calls, attendance, right product, worked in 38 degree heat, and finished our job on time. We are extremely happy with our floors.
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Valerie H.
Awesome job
Dale is absolutely brilliant. Super professional, hard working, went above and beyond and takes great pride in his work. Even helped me out with other things on the renovation between his own work. Floor looks awesome. I can't recommend him highly enough!
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Grace J.
Dale has sanded and polished our own timber floors as well as those for some of my clients. His service is reliable and workmanship of a high standard at affordable rates. Would not hesitate to recommend Dale Dow Floor Sanding.
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Keith T.
Dale is a true professional. If only I could show you photos of the finished floors. They look amazing. Highly recommended. Thanks Dale
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Susan F.
Dale did such an amazing job sanding & polishing our floors, we couldn't believe the result, we would highly recommend him, if you are looking for someone who is professional & reliable he is the man.
We got 3 quotes. Dale wasn't the cheapest (he did say that) but I believe you get what you pay for, Dale uses only top quality products and has the equipment and experience to produce an outstanding result.
Well done Dale and thanks again. Ty & Maxine
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Maxine P.
Dale has been doing my work for 34 years now. We have always had a good working relationship and I have appreciated his help on our worksites, many of which have been far from your average run of the mill jobs. I highly recommend his services in both renovation and new home builds. Thanks Dale!
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Julie B.
Dale did a great job on my grey, weathered and splintered sleep-out, which required a serious amount of sanding. I particularly appreciated that Dale was upfront with me, telling me I needed to get a carpenter to fix the boards before he would touch them whereas his competitors would have taken the job without this which would have resulted in a dodge job. I highly recommend him.
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Jad D.
I highly recommend Dale Dow for all floor sanding and finishing works. Dale recently completed a project for us on a large multi level hillside home that had Tasmanian Oak flooring throughout and the preparation and finish was of the highest quality.
Darrell Gribble
Liveconstruction Pty Ltd
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Darrel G.
Dale has been producing quality finished floors and Decks in Townsville and the surrounding region for 30+ years and has been the preferred contractor for Andrew Patteson Homes for much of that time. For a quality finish every time we recommend Dale Dow Floor Sanding.......Andrew Patteson.
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Andrew P.
Dale did a job on my three bedrooms and my back deck, all which look amazing. If you are wanting a professional job from a local tradesman I highly recommend Dale.
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Jill P.
Great personal service from a Townsville local tradesman. Did a great job on our daughters unit. The beautiful timber floor looked amazing when finished. Then I got him to fix up a floor in our highset that another contractor screwed up. Awesome work and easy to desl with. Full marks from us !!
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Marc S.
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