Is Your Wood Floor Ready for Summer Guests?

What You’ll Learn… Thinking of having friends or family over this summer? This guide will help you decide if your beautiful wood floors are ready for summer guests, and what you can do if they’re not. We’ll walk you through what signs to look for, why floor sanding makes a visible difference, and how to plan it all without disrupting your busy home.

Summer Brings the Light — and the Scuffs Into Focus

It’s amazing how different our homes look when the sun streams in. Those little scuff marks, dull patches, or uneven colouring on wooden floors? Suddenly they’re front and centre.

If you’ve got a family, pets, or just a well-loved space, your floors might have taken a few knocks over the winter. And while it’s easy to overlook them day to day, hosting guests can shift your perspective.

 

The Signs Your Floors Might Need a Refresh

Here’s what many busy families in Bury St Edmunds notice when they take a moment to really look:

  • Greying or dull patches where the protective finish has worn away
  • Visible scratches — especially near high-traffic areas like the kitchen or hallway
  • Rough texture underfoot, where grit or wear has left the wood exposed
  • Colour inconsistency from sun fading or furniture marks

If any of these ring true, you’re not alone — and they’re not permanent problems.

 

Floor Sanding: A Quick Way to Bring Pride Back to Your Home

Many families worry that sanding sounds messy, invasive or time-consuming. But with modern, dust-controlled systems and careful scheduling, it’s often much quicker and calmer than expected.

Here’s what a professional sanding and finishing job can do:

  • Remove surface damage without replacing the floor…
  • Restore your wood floor back to the original beauty and colour of your wood…
  • Add a new finish… matte, satin, or gloss — to suit your style…
  • Make cleaning easier for years to come…

It’s not just a tidy-up. It’s a refresh that gives your home a clean, cared-for feeling — ready for both barefoot kids and dinner guests alike.

 

When’s the Right Time?

If you’re planning to host over the school holidays or August bank weekends, it’s wise to book a quote early. We often see a rise in enquiries in late spring, and we’d hate for you to miss a window that works for your family.

A floor sanding project usually takes just 1–2 days, depending on the size of the area, with drying times to match your finish type.

 

What We Covered

If your wooden floors are looking a little tired ahead of summer, a professional sanding and refinishing could be just the thing to bring back that cared-for feel. It’s quick, clean, and gives your whole space a quiet uplift — just in time for family barbecues and barefoot mornings.

Live near Bury St Edmunds?… Let’s talk through a free quote — no pressure, just honest advice on whether your floor’s ready or could do with a little lift.

Tracey-funny-Marketing-Coordinator
Marketing and Admin Coordinator at Art of Clean

For further advice or information on our Carpet and Soft Furnishing care, please do not hesitate to contact the Art of Clean team on 01223 901551 in Cambridge. Our services include Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning, oriental and area Rug Cleaning, Curtain Cleaning, Patio, and Driveway Pressure washing, Leather Cleaning, Stone and Tile Floor Cleaning, and Wood Floor Sanding and Restoration. We also supply new flooring and carpets through our sister company Art of Flooring. Farthings Cambridge provides our Dry-Cleaning service

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