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A brief history of Insole Court Cardiff.

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​In the early 1850s, colliery proprieter James Harvey Insole’s growing fortunes enabled him to consider building a small country house. He chose a plot of pasture land between the Fairwater and Ely, probably due to its proximity to Cardiff and Llandaff. The house, originally built as a modest double-fronted residence known as Ely Court. Insole Court had many uses: an ARP HQ during World War II and council offices. It fell into disrepair and was closed in November 2006. Fortunately, following a long campaign by the Friends of Insole Court, it was re-opened in November 2008.  It is now a popular venue for adult education, nursery and after-school groups, and concerts.  

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The entrance hall of the main house was showing all the signs of decades of heavy foot traffic and neglect. We sanded the floors back to a fresh clean surface and refinished the floors with four coats of a commercial grade flor lacquer, that provides a beautiful and durable finish. The perfect first impression of the houseThe transformation of the hallway was nothing short of spectacular! The once tired-looking wood floors now restored, enhancing the natural light, brightening up entire hallway. People visiting Insole Court couldn’t help but notice the detail of the restored wood floors, thanks to our detailed approach to wood restoration that ensured exceptional results were achieved.

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The beautifully restored Drawing room wood floor that not only retained its original charm but now boasted an added layer of sophistication, a visual testimony demonstrating what can be achieved when you entrust your wood floors into the hands specialised craftsmen at Acorn Floor Sanding, with a technical skillset honed over nearly five decades spent working on diverse wood restoration projects.

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This transformation did not go unnoticed by visitors to Insole Court who were thrilled to see the Reading room floor transformation. The result was nothing short of spectacular! The once tired-looking Reading room came back to life radiating warmth emanating from its newly restored wood floors. Upon completion of the sanding and restoration of this floor, which included applying 4 coats of Granwax Masterfinish satin floor lacquer—the result was nothing short of spectacular! The once worn-out wood floors now exuded an air of sophistication fitting perfectly within Insole Court’s reading room esteemed environment.  

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The once weary-looking Dining room with the original oak floor now boasts a renewed appearance thanks to the professional wood restoration undertaken by Acorn Floor Sanding. The application of Granwax floor lacquer played a significant role here too – enhancing natural light within the room providing a much brighter appearances during daylight hours while providing warm undertones during the evening. A perfect blend between aesthetic appeal & practical functionality!

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The once tired-looking Billiards room floors now boast renewed vitality with the hard-wearing commercial lacquer finish reflecting all the natural light creating an airy atmosphere throughout space. Not only did the restored wood floors enhance overall ambiance, but will also be highly resilient against future wear given its durable finish capable of enduring high foot traffic.

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The Potting Shed needed a floor restoration services that would complement its warm environment while being robust enough to withstand heavy footfall. We restored solid oak wood floor that radiated warmth matching perfectly with The Potting Shed’ welcoming vibe yet tough enough resist rigours bustling café life! It wasn’t just about restoring old worn-out floors rather making it even more inviting for customers while ensuring longevity functionality at the. same time. 

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A vibrant yet classic wood floor boasting an eclectic mix of wood tones brought together harmoniously through expert wood finishing techniques applied by Acorn Floor Sanding skilled team. This project serves as one perfect example illustrating how tired looking old wood can dramatically transform a room aesthetics when sanded and restored properly, emphasising why understanding the flors potential is vital before embarking on such renovation projects.

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The end result of the Carriage  hall wood floor restoration surpassed even our expectations. Lighter coloured wood coupled with meticulous wood finishing work allowed the natural light flood into room bouncing off the restored wood floor. Creating an airy spacious atmosphere while maintaining the warm comfort a wood floor.

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The result was nothing short of spectacular! The restored wood floor improved the gift shops appeal. Each phase from initial sanding to final finish contributed significantly towards achieving this remarkable transformation. A Wood floor worn from constant foot traffic in the the shop now boast beautifully restored surfaces combined with the durability of 4 coats of Granwax floor finish.

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When our work was finished, the wood floor looked as good as new! All signs of previous damage had been expertly erased leaving behind nothing but a restored wood floors that retained the original charm, with a durable satin finish providing a protective finish resilient enough to withstand rigours daily use in years to come  showcasing the overall ambiance within room. It’s safe say expectations were exceeded beyond measure! 

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This once-neglected wood floor regained its original charm. It was indeed satisfying see they transformation unfolded right before our eyes, turning something once deemed just an area to store something, totaly transformed! Thanks to the professional wood restoration undertaken by Acorn Floor Sanding. Providing the perfect combination of aesthetic appeal & practical functionality, a floor resilient enough to withstand rigours daily use in years to come.

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At some point in this floors history, to complete some kind of repair, someone has replaced the original planks with wood that was a different type of wood that obviously did not match the original floor. Our task was to colour match the wood. Using a combination of pigment colours mixed with French polish we were able to seamlessly blend the wood to crate an even coloured floor

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At some point in this floors history, to complete some kind of repair, someone has replaced the original planks with wood that was a different type of wood that obviously did not match the original floor. Our task was to colour match the wood. Using a combination of pigment colours mixed with French polish we were able to seamlessly blend the wood to crate an even coloured floor

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A complex project involving many aspects of wood floor restoration. 

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We have been sanding and finishing wood for nearly five decades — and we’re still one of the most respected companies in the area.

 

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