Claremont's Mix of Heritage and Modern Floors
Claremont sits at the heart of Perth's western suburbs and presents some of the most interesting floor sanding projects we work on. The suburb's housing stock ranges from heritage character homes with original Jarrah boards to contemporary builds with engineered timber and Blackbutt. Ryan's Flooring has the experience and finish range to handle both ends of this spectrum — and, increasingly, projects that combine them.
Claremont renovation projects often involve restoring heritage Jarrah in the original part of the home while blending with modern extensions that use Blackbutt or engineered timber flooring. Achieving a consistent look across different species, board widths and installation eras requires careful planning, the right sanding sequence and a finish system that complements both timbers.
Heritage Restoration in Claremont
The older Claremont homes feature Jarrah and occasional Oak boards in widths from 80mm to 120mm. These floors often need careful sanding depth control — boards that have been sanded multiple times over 80-100 years have less material to work with, and aggressive sanding can expose tongue profiles or compromise board integrity. We assess remaining board thickness during the site visit and plan the sanding approach accordingly.
Repair matching is another common requirement in Claremont. Where boards have been replaced or patched over the years, the new timber may not match the original in colour, width or grain pattern. Skilled finishing can minimise these differences and create a unified look across the entire floor.
Water-Based Finishes for the Western Suburbs
Water-based 2-pack polyurethane is the most popular finish choice in Claremont for its clean, modern appearance, fast cure time and low odour. It is the ideal system for renovation projects where families need to return to the home quickly after finishing is complete.
Book a Claremont Site Visit
Ryan's Flooring offers a $110 site visit for Claremont homeowners. We inspect the floor, measure up, identify the timber species and condition, and deliver a written quote within 48 hours. The $110 is credited to your final invoice if you proceed. ATFA member, 10+ years experience, 4.9 Google stars.