Timber Floor Refinishing Kew — Heritage Restoration for Boroondara's Premier Suburb

Kew is one of Melbourne's most established and architecturally significant suburbs. Our timber floor work here is dominated by heritage restoration — original Baltic pine, jarrah, and parquetry in 1880s–1930s homes along Cotham Rd, High St, and the residential streets toward the Yarra.

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Surrey Hills Postcode

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Timber Floors in Kew — What We See

Kew was established as one of Melbourne’s first hill-suburb developments in the 1870s–1880s, with substantial Victorian and Federation homes built across what’s now the heritage core of the suburb. The result is one of Melbourne’s most concentrated areas of significant heritage architecture — and some of the city’s most valuable original timber floors.

The Kew timber floor profile: red gum or Baltic pine in Victorian-era homes (pre-1900), Baltic pine and jarrah in Federation-era homes (1900–1920), Tasmanian oak in interwar homes (1920s–1930s), and ornate parquetry in formal rooms of larger heritage homes. The substantial size of many Kew homes means refinishing projects here are often larger than average — 150–300m² is not uncommon.

Boroondara council heritage protections are extensive across Kew, with significant overlays covering Cotham Rd, High St, Pakington St, and most established residential streets. Internal floor work doesn’t typically require permits, but we’re conscious of finish selections that respect the home’s heritage character.

Kew homeowners frequently engage architects and interior designers for renovation projects, and we work alongside these professionals to ensure timber finish selections coordinate with broader design decisions.

We service Kew, Kew East, and adjacent areas including Cotham Rd, High St, Pakington St, Studley Park Rd, and the residential streets surrounding Kew Junction.

Typical Kew Jobs

Victorian Red Gum & Baltic Pine Restoration

Pre-1900 Kew homes occasionally have original red gum floors — a dense, dark Australian hardwood requiring patience and the right sanding sequence.

Large Heritage Home Whole-Floor Restoration

Substantial Kew villas typically need 150–300m² refinished. Multi-room work completed within 5–7 working days.

Federation Parquetry Restoration

Original 1900s–1920s parquetry in Kew entrance halls and formal rooms. Versailles, herringbone, and block patterns.

Coordinated Designer Renovations

Many Kew refinishing jobs are part of larger architect-led renovations. We coordinate with designers on finish samples and stain selection.

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Where We Work in Kew

Common Streets We Service

Cotham Rd · High St · Pakington St · Studley Park Rd · Princess St — plus all surrounding residential streets in Kew and adjacent suburbs.

Common Timber Species in Kew

Red gum (Victorian), Baltic pine, jarrah, Tasmanian oak, parquetry — we identify the specific timber at the free site assessment and recommend the appropriate Bona, Synteko, or Loba finish system.

Travel Time from Our Workshop

20 minutes from Oakleigh via Toorak Rd or Burwood Hwy. Kew is part of our weekly service rotation, so we typically have crew in the area each week.

Timber Floor Refinishing in Kew — Common Questions

Do you actually service Kew?

Yes — Kew is one of our 14 priority service suburbs. We service the area regularly from our Oakleigh base (20 minutes from Oakleigh via Toorak Rd or Burwood Hwy). Quotes typically scheduled within 48 hours of your call.

What timber floors are common in Kew?

The most common floors we encounter in Kew are: Red gum (Victorian), Baltic pine, jarrah, Tasmanian oak, parquetry. The specific timber depends on the home’s era of construction — we identify it precisely at the site assessment and recommend the right finish system.

How long does a typical Kew timber floor refinishing job take?

A standard 3-bedroom Kew home (90–120m²) takes 3–4 working days from start to finish. Larger heritage homes (150–300m²) take 5–7 days.

Do you offer dustless sanding in Kew?

Yes — both dustless sanding (Bona FlexiSand with HEPA extraction, ~99.8% dust capture) and standard sanding with dust bags. Most Kew homeowners choose dustless because it allows them to remain in the home.

What's the cost of timber floor refinishing in Kew?

Cost depends on floor area, timber condition, finish system selected, and whether colour change is required. We provide written fixed-price quotes after a free on-site measure.

Do you handle heritage and parquetry floors?

Yes — heritage restoration is one of our most frequent jobs across the eastern suburbs and Bayside. For Kew heritage homes specifically, we recommend period-appropriate finishes that respect the home’s character.

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