Why Parquet
Is Different
Parquet is built from many small blocks laid with the grain running in different directions.
- That is what makes the pattern attractive, and it is also why parquet cannot be treated like a plain plank floor. Heavy sanding across changing grain can leave marks, and a block that has lost its glue will keep lifting no matter how nice the surface looks.
- So we repair from the bottom up. Loose and missing blocks are dealt with first, gaps are filled, and only then is the surface buffed.
- Buffing uses fine pads to refresh the finish with very little material removed, which is gentler on thin blocks than full sanding.
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Parquet Repair
in Action
Our own clips: sealing herringbone parquet, fitting new strips on a landing and filling gaps.
Sealing herringbone
Sealer spread over freshly sanded herringbone blocks.
New strips fitted
Damaged strips replaced on a stair landing, then levelled.
Stair treads replaced
Worn treads cut to size and refitted before sanding.
Find the Fault,
See the Fix
Tap a marker on the sample parquet floor to see what each problem means and how we repair it.
Hollow block
The block sounds empty when tapped, which means the adhesive underneath has failed. We lift it, clean the bed and re-fix it so it sits flat again.
Missing block
A gap in the pattern. We cut or source a matching block, fit it into the pattern and blend the colour as closely as the species allows.
Open gap
Joints that have opened between blocks collect dirt. They are cleaned and filled so the surface reads as one piece.
Lifting edge
A corner or edge that has curled up catches shoes and can break. We press, re-glue or replace it depending on the damage.
Dull, cloudy finish
Worn coating shows as patchy sheen. After repairs, buffing and a fresh coat bring back a uniform surface.
Signs Parquet
Needs Repair
Parquet problems rarely fix themselves. These are the common early warnings.
A hollow sound underfoot
Tap a block with a knuckle. A drum-like sound points to adhesive that has let go.
Blocks popping up at the corners
Edges that lift are tripping hazards and often crack when stepped on.
Holes in the pattern
Missing blocks tend to come from old repairs or blocks that worked loose and got lost.
Widening joints
Dirt builds up in gaps, and the pattern starts to look uneven.
Cloudy or patchy shine
Foot traffic wears the coating in lanes and leaves the pattern looking dull.
Squeaks in one area
Often a few loose blocks over the same patch of subfloor.
New Parquet,
Laid Right
From a full room of new parquet to a few relaid sections, we lay the blocks and finish them to match the rest of your home.
- New parquet laid in herringbone, chevron or block patterns
- Damaged sections cut out and relaid with matching blocks
- Subfloor checked and levelled before blocks go down
- Blocks bonded with flooring adhesive, edges trimmed neatly
- Sanded flat once set, so old and new blocks meet evenly
- Sealed and varnished in matt, satin or gloss
How We Repair
and Buff Parquet
What happens and when: tap and map first, recoat and cure last.
- 1
Tap and map
We tap across the floor and mark every hollow, loose and missing block so the work is planned before anything is lifted.
- 2
Lift and clean the bed
Loose blocks are removed and old adhesive is cleaned off, giving the new glue a sound surface.
- 3
Re-fix or replace
Blocks go back in pattern order. Where one is damaged or gone, we fit a matching replacement.
- 4
Fill and level
Gaps are filled and the new blocks are levelled with their neighbours.
- 5
Buff the surface
A buffing machine and fine pads refresh the surface across the whole pattern, with minimal wood removal.
- 6
Recoat and cure
A fresh protective coat evens out the sheen and we advise on drying before normal use.
What Parquet
Repair Includes
Small steps that save time on the day, like: tap test and block map.
- Tap test and block map
- Re-gluing of hollow blocks
- Replacement of missing blocks
- Gap filling
- Machine buffing
- Protective recoat
Parquet repair in Bangsar, Mont Kiara and Damansara
Many parquet floors are found in apartments and condominiums. We take on parquet repair and buffing in Bangsar, Mont Kiara, Damansara and across Kuala Lumpur, and can coordinate access with building management when needed. Read more on our Kuala Lumpur and Selangor service area pages.
Keeping
Parquet Bright
- Wipe spills at once; water under blocks can loosen the adhesive.
- Put mats by doors and under plant pots.
- Use soft felt on furniture feet and avoid dragging.
- Report a hollow block early, because small repairs are quicker than large ones.
Parquet
Repair FAQs
9 honest answers, starting with: Do you install new parquet flooring?
Do you install new parquet flooring?
Can missing parquet blocks be replaced?
Why does my parquet sound hollow?
Is buffing the same as sanding?
Can you match my old parquet colour?
Why are gaps appearing between my blocks?
How do I get a parquet repair quote?
How long does replacing a few parquet blocks take?
Why does my parquet look uneven after years of use?
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