Timber Floor Sanding in Melbourne

Sanding is the foundation of every great floor — get it wrong and no finish will save it. At Iconic Flooring we sand timber floors across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, Bayside and the Mornington Peninsula, from century-old Baltic pine to dense Spotted Gum, using a graduated grit sequence that leaves the boards dead flat and ready to take a flawless coat.

Our Sanding Process

We work through multiple grit stages — typically a coarse cut to remove the old coating and level the boards, then progressively finer passes (commonly up to 100–120 grit) to close the timber and remove every scratch from the previous grade. Drum and belt sanders handle the open floor, edgers take the perimeter, and a multi-disc buffer blends it all so there are no edger swirls or drum lines under the finish.

Gaps are filled with a timber-matched filler slurry where appropriate, loose boards are re-fixed, and protruding nails are punched below the surface before the final cut.

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Dustless Sanding — Stay in Your Home

We offer dustless sanding using a Bona FlexiSand system with HEPA extraction at both the drum and edger, capturing roughly 99.8% of airborne dust at the source. Most clients stay living in the home while we work room by room. Standard sanding with dust bags is also available if you prefer.

Different Timbers, Different Technique

Softwoods like Baltic pine — common in Surrey Hills, Camberwell and Hawthorn period homes — cut fast and need finer grits and a light hand to avoid dishing. Dense Australian hardwoods such as Blackbutt, Spotted Gum and Jarrah wear abrasives quickly and take more time. We read the floor first and set the grit plan to suit the species and its condition.

What It Costs

Most full sand-and-coat jobs in Melbourne fall between $25 and $50 per square metre, depending on floor size, timber, condition and the finish you choose. We measure on site and give you a written, itemised quote — never a phone estimate.

Sanding is step one of a full timber floor refinishing project. If your boards have a pattern, see our parquetry floor sanding service. For a deeper look at pricing, read our guide to floor sanding cost in Melbourne, and to check how much life your boards have left, see how many times a floor can be sanded.

Book a free on-site sanding quote: Get a quote or call +61 473 837 777.

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At Iconic Flooring, we combine experience, quality materials, and skilled workmanship to deliver flooring solutions that truly stand out. Every project is handled with precision, care, and a strong focus on long-lasting results.

As a family-run business, we value trust, transparency, and customer satisfaction. We work closely with you to ensure your flooring not only looks great but performs perfectly for years to come.

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A Strong Reputation for Quality Flooring

We offer a complete range of flooring services to help you achieve the perfect look and finish. Every project is tailored to match your design vision and lifestyle needs.

We’re Not Just Another Flooring Company

We focus on delivering long-lasting flooring solutions with unmatched attention to detail, quality materials, and expert installation.

Why Choose Iconic Flooring

At Iconic Flooring, we combine experience, quality materials, and skilled workmanship to deliver flooring solutions that truly stand out.

20+ Years Experience

Trusted flooring solutions backed by decades of hands-on experience.

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Work completed safely, professionally, and fully compliant with standards.

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Quality materials selected for durability, performance, and lasting appeal.

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Experienced team delivering precise work with strong attention to detail.

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As a trusted family-run business, we provide high-quality flooring services tailored to both residential and commercial needs.

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Timber floor Refinishing

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Timber Floor Sanding Across 20 Premium Melbourne Suburbs

Each suburb below has a dedicated page covering the local housing stock, common timber species, and what we typically see on jobs in that postcode.

Flooring Surrey Hills

Edwardian and interwar homes with Baltic pine and Tasmanian oak floors.

Flooring Malvern

Late Victorian terraces and Federation villas. High-end heritage restoration.

Flooring Black Rock

Bayside coastal humidity considerations and moisture-tolerant finishes.

Flooring Balwyn

Federation, post-war and modern homes. Tasmanian oak strip refinishing.

Flooring Brighton

Heritage mansions and architectural homes. Whitewash and parquetry specialists.

Flooring Mount Eliza

Peninsula gateway homes. Weekly Mornington Peninsula scheduling.

Flooring Kew

Heritage homes along Cotham Rd and High St. Boroondara premier suburb.

Flooring Hampton

Bayside residential and Hampton St commercial refinishing.

Flooring Hawthorn

Federation and Edwardian timber restoration near Glenferrie Rd.

Flooring Camberwell

Heritage parquetry restoration and Baltic pine sanding for Edwardian homes.

Flooring Toorak

Premium heritage homes and contemporary architectural rebuilds.

Flooring Sandringham

1920s timber-floored homes and beachside renovations.

Flooring Mornington

Coastal family homes and holiday properties. Durable finishes for high-traffic living.

Flooring Mount Martha

Beachside homes and modern renovations with timber floor refinishing expertise.

Flooring Oakleigh

Classic brick homes and contemporary townhouses. Reliable timber floor restoration.

Flooring South Yarra

Luxury apartments, terraces and designer interiors. Premium matte and satin finishes.

Flooring Richmond

Victorian terraces and warehouse conversions. Hardwood floor sanding specialists.

Flooring St Kilda

Beachside apartments and heritage homes with timber floor rejuvenation services.

Flooring Fitzroy

Character-filled Victorian homes and creative commercial spaces. Heritage timber experts.

Flooring Melbourne CBD

Apartments, offices and retail spaces. Professional commercial floor refinishing solutions.

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Timber Floor Sanding FAQ

Do you offer dustless floor sanding in Melbourne?

Yes — we use a Bona FlexiSand HEPA system that captures around 99.8% of dust at the drum and edger, so most clients stay in the home while we sand in stages.

How many grit stages do you sand through?

Multiple — a coarse cut to strip and level, then progressively finer passes up to around 100–120 grit, finished with a buffer to remove all machine marks.

How much does floor sanding cost?

Most sand-and-coat jobs run $25-$ 50 per square metre depending on size, species and condition, quoted in writing after an on-site measure.

Can you sand old Baltic pine without damaging it?

Yes — pine is soft, so we use finer grits and a careful, even technique to avoid gouging or dishing, which is routine work for us in Melbourne’s period homes.

Will sanding remove deep scratches and old stain?

Most surface damage and old coatings come out in the cut; very deep gouges or dark stains like Black Japan need extra passes, which we’ll flag in your quote.