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Why you should have your parquet floor sanded:

The cost-effective and resource-saving alternative!

Less waste

We always strive to install our floor coverings as efficiently and environmentally friendly as possible. Nevertheless, refurbishing the old parquet floor is the more sustainable option, as waste is avoided and emissions can be saved. We would be happy to clarify with you whether refurbishing the existing floor covering is an option. Many parquet floors look like they have just been laid after sanding and a new surface treatment.

Energy saving

Restoration by sanding and surface treating the old parquet floor requires significantly less energy in direct comparison to a new installation. In addition to the emissions from conventional production of floor coverings, energy is required for transport, storage, and disposal. When refurbishing the old wooden floor, many of these energy-intensive steps are eliminated, which significantly reduces the total energy requirement.

Cost efficiency

Minimizing costs is an important factor in favor of sanding an old parquet floor. In addition to material costs, you also save the costs for dismantling, disposal, and installation. A new installation can sometimes be three times more expensive than refurbishing the old floor. Once an old, high-quality parquet floor has been sanded, it can provide homeowners with many more years of pleasure.

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Our various methods for refurbishing parquet and floor coverings:

Bembé Gold:

Sanding and resurfacing of old parquet and plank floors.

  • deep scratches and unevenness disappear
  • the surface treatment gives the floor a new, fresh look

Bembé Silver:

Sanding of your wooden floor with a single-disc machine and subsequent surface treatment.

  • light scratches in the surface disappear
  • the aftertreatment gives your floor a protective layer

Bembé Bronze:

Professional Bembé “Scrubber” cleaning. Refreshing of parquet and terraces.

  • cleans highly efficiently and very gently on the wood using roller brushes
  • environmentally friendly thanks to ecological cleaning emulsion
  • dirt is loosened deep into the pores and vacuumed up at the same time

Bembé Elastic:

The special renovation system for elastic floor coverings such as linoleum, rubber, or PVC.

  • necessary repairs of damaged areas
  • sanding of the existing floor covering
  • subsequently, a colored coating and a protective clear lacquer are applied

How much does it cost to sand parquet and plank floors?

Professional sanding is in most cases significantly cheaper than a new installation and at the same time the more sustainable choice. Many of our customers are surprised: despite our many years of experience and our high quality standards, our prices are often more attractive than expected.

As a rough guide, a benchmark between €30 and €45/m² incl. VAT and corresponding surface treatment applies. The actual price depends on various factors, including:

  • Condition of the floor: Deep scratches, old layers of lacquer, or heavy wear increase the workload.

  • Room size and shape: Angled rooms with many corners require more manual work than simple, rectangular layouts.

  • Wood species: Harder woods such as oak or beech require different processing than softer wood species and thus influence the sanding time.

  • Desired surface treatment: Whether lacquer, oil, or wax – each material has its own requirements and advantages, which we are happy to discuss with you individually.

After assessing the current condition on-site, you will receive a transparent offer with no hidden costs. Thanks to a large number of our own trained parquet layers, we can usually react flexibly and realize appointments promptly.

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Lägler Hummel parquet sanding machine at work in a living room – clear contrast between heavily worn (left) and freshly sanded Herringbone parquet (right).
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  • Beautiful modern hall with Bembé Strip Parquet made of natural oak in Bräunlingen
  • Sports hall after renovation
  • Completion of the sports hall in Sulz
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Renovation of public buildings such as sports halls, schools, and kindergartens

In addition to the renovation and sanding of parquet in private living spaces, we also undertake the professional refurbishment in public buildings, both for classic parquet floors and for existing elastic floor coverings (Bembé Elastic).

The types of buildings we regularly renovate include:

  • Multi-purpose halls and community centers

  • Gyms and gymnastics rooms

  • Stages and auditoriums

  • Schools and kindergartens

  • Senior citizens’ facilities

We would be happy to advise you personally, individually, and without obligation directly at your location about the various possibilities for renovation.

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Renovate parquet – save on taxes!

How you can claim renovation costs for tax purposes

Did you know? Anyone who has their parquet renovated or laid can save on taxes under certain conditions:

  • Owner-occupied: 20% of labor costs (max. €1,200/year) are tax-deductible (§ 35a EStG). Material costs are not deductible.

  • Rental: Renovation costs (labor and material costs) can be claimed as income-related expenses for tax purposes or, if applicable, depreciated over several years.

  • Purchase of a new property: Renovation costs within the first 3 years after purchase (>15% of the purchase price) must be depreciated over the useful life.

Please note:
These general notes do not constitute tax advice. For your individual situation, we recommend consulting a tax advisor.

As of: April 2025

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Bembé parquet layer changing the sanding belt during refurbishment

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Frequently asked questions about sanding parquet

How often a parquet floor can be sanded depends primarily on the thickness of the top layer and the type of parquet. With solid wood parquet, sanding is possible more often than with multi-layer parquet. The latter can usually be sanded 2 to 3 times, depending on the top layer, before the wear limit is reached. Only about 0.5 to 0.7 mm of material is removed per sanding process. As a rule of thumb: at least 1.5 mm of the top layer must remain after the final sanding. Whether your parquet floor can still be sanded can only be reliably assessed by an on-site inspection, which we at Bembé Parkett do free of charge and without obligation.

Sanding is in most cases significantly cheaper than a new installation. With a new installation, in addition to material costs, there are also costs for dismantling, disposal, and installation. With professional sanding, these items are completely eliminated. Added to this is the ecological advantage: the existing parquet floor is preserved, no new material has to be produced, and no old material has to be disposed of. Many of our customers are surprised at how attractive the price-performance ratio of sanding is compared to a new installation. We only recommend a new installation if the top layer has become too thin or if there is structural damage.

For an average room of 20 to 30 m², one working day is usually required, including coarse sanding, medium sanding, fine sanding, and surface treatment. After the surface treatment, the floor can be walked on carefully again after approx. 6 to 8 hours. Some lacquers are only fully cured after three to five days. Light furniture can be put back after 24 hours. The parquet floor is fully resilient – for example, for carpets or heavy furniture – after about 7 days. Thanks to our 45 locations and trained parquet layers, we can realize appointments within a few working days in most regions.

Hardly any significant dust is produced during professional parquet sanding by Bembé. Our sanding machines are equipped with powerful dust extraction systems that capture and vacuum up the sanding dust as soon as it is created. The result: clean rooms, no dust-covered surfaces, and a healthy environment for our employees and customers. Low-dust work is not an optional extra at Bembé, but a natural standard for every job.

Sanding parquet yourself is theoretically possible, but in practice requires a lot of experience, as the list of possible sanding errors is very long. Professional sanding machines are powerful devices that can cause irreparable damage if handled incorrectly: uneven surfaces, areas sanded too deep, or damaged edge areas. What initially looks like a saving often ends with expensive rework by a specialist company. Added to this are the costs for machine rental, material, and your own time. Our advice: leave the parquet sanding to the professional – for an even, clean result and a floor that will bring joy again for many years.

Restoring old skirting boards is not worth it in most cases, as the effort often exceeds the cost of new boards. Sanding therefore offers the ideal opportunity to modernize the wall transition at the same time. Our specialist advisors will be happy to show you the large selection of our various skirting boards.

Joints in the parquet are professionally treated during sanding. We distinguish between two cases: joints under 1 mm wide can be filled and closed with a special filler. This step takes place before the final sanding, so that the surface is smooth and even afterwards. Very wide joints of 1 mm or more cannot be permanently closed with filler. Here, fitted wooden strips or filling with a silicone-free joint sealant available in various colors are recommended.

Yes! Sanding and repairing damaged parquet strips go hand in hand with us. Individual strips or planks that can no longer be sanded due to deep damage, water stains, or rot can usually be specifically replaced before the sanding process. After the replacement, the entire surface is sanded together, so that new and old elements form a uniform, harmonious surface at the end.

A craftsman in work clothes operates a professional single-disc sanding machine. For clean work, a blue industrial vacuum cleaner is connected directly to the sanding machine to immediately vacuum up the sanding dust
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Sanding parquet? This is how it’s done!

 

1. Coarse sanding of your parquet floor

First, all objects should be removed from the rooms.
Before we can start sanding, we remove your old skirting boards and countersink any protruding nail heads.

Then the coarse sanding is carried out with a belt sander to remove old lacquer, wax, or oil residues as well as other dirt from the floor.
For corners, scratches, and dents, we use special edge sanding machines for every sanding pass of your rooms. Of course, all machines have dust extraction systems.

2. Medium sanding of your wooden floor

In this step, we remove sanding marks and irregularities that were created on your parquet or plank floor during the first sanding process.

Also in this step, hard-to-reach areas are additionally sanded with an edge sanding machine.
Did you know that during the entire refurbishment, the material removal is only approx. 0.5 – 0.7 mm?

After this sanding pass, we check your planks or parquet for cracks and joints.

3. Repairing joints & fine sanding

Depending on the type of parquet, joints located between the parquet strips can now be closed with a special joint compound.

As soon as the joints have been professionally closed by us, the fine sanding takes place.

In this process, we sand your parquet floor with a finer grit, which gives it a smooth surface.

Afterwards, your parquet floor is ready for a new surface treatment.

4. Lacquering or oiling parquet

Finally, we lacquer your floor or treat the surface with oil.

We only use water-based lacquers. These are environmentally friendly and also suitable for heavier use.

Oil and wax emphasize the natural look of your parquet floor. Which treatment is the right one depends entirely on your requirements.

To support you in choosing your surface, our employees in the local parquet studio are happy to assist you.