Harpers Restorations

04/10/2026

I was very privileged to be chosen to restore the flooring at Castleton Village Hall recently.
The building is 100 years old and it's believed that the floorboards are original, I'd guess that is correct.
Unfortunately, a few years ago the flooring was covered in plywood and then lino on top. This caused an issue as this prevented the floor being able to breath and subsequently a damp issue. The plywood was secured with hundreds and hundreds of staples which during this process all rusted. In addition to this, the floor was covered in chair leg indentations.
My brief was to sand the whole main hall area and the stage area and varnish accordingly.
Unfortunately and as explained to the trustees prior to work commencing that the rust marks will always be present due to the deepness in the floorboards. This they felt was an acceptable compromise as they'd rather keep the original boards rather than replacing.
To be honest, it turned out better than I anticipated as it was in such a sad state.
As most are aware, a vast majority of my work is in private homes but it was an honour and privilege to to undertake this restoration.
For more info please visit www.harpersrestorations.co.uk

27/07/2026

For those that are considering having their parquet flooring restored, I have some spare dates coming up soon due to issues with building delays on a restoration I had booked in but has now been pushed back.
Those dates are -
W/C 7th September
W/C 14th September
I'm usually booked up 6 - 7 months in advance so great opportunity for those interested.
Please visit my website - www.harpersrestorations.co.uk for more information about me/my company or you can reply to this post to discuss further.
Alternatively - phone = 07815 590515 or email direct - [email protected]

Harper’s Restoration is a parquet flooring and wooden staircase restoration company. Working to the highest standards.

25/06/2026

Well, I wasn't expecting this today!
Checked my emails and to my surprise I've been invited to tender for the restoration of the parquet flooring in The Old College, Aberystwyth. 😲

04/06/2026

Very happy to receive these photos from a customer who's floor I finished restoring today. I very rarely see them once the varnish has fully settled and cured as once the final coat has been applied, I then leave.
A very humble feeling knowing that the customer is 100% happy and felt the need to show me.
Yet another 1930's parquet floor saved and to be enjoyed for many years to come.

28/04/2026

Another pine floor saved in Rhiwbina.
Customer requested removal of concrete to old hearth area and replace with matching blocks.
Sometimes, once a floor is fully sanded it can show up a few imperfections due to cleaning/water ingress etc during it's life. This particular floor is nearly 100 years old.
Those slight imperfections can give it a bit of character and show it's vintage.