At All Aspect Flooring, we specialise in restoring and installing high-quality flooring for both residential and commercial properties. In this project, we were approached by a client whose kitchen floor had suffered extensive damage following an unfortunate fire. The incident left the existing floor covering unsafe and unsightly, requiring a complete replacement.

As with all of our projects, our first step was to send our experienced site surveyors to carry out a full assessment. This ensured we fully understood the extent of the fire and water damage, while also allowing us to design a flooring solution that met the client’s needs and complied with all relevant health and safety standards.

Assessing the Damage

Following the fire, the kitchen floor had not only been damaged by smoke and heat but also by the water used by firefighters to extinguish the flames. This combination can compromise the integrity of sub-floors, cause warping, and increase the risk of long-term damp issues.

Our survey highlighted the need to fully remove the damaged flooring, prepare the sub-floor correctly, and install a new hard-wearing, hygienic, and watertight commercial floor covering.

Our Flooring Restoration Process

To bring the kitchen floor back to life, our team carried out the following steps:

• Removed the damaged flooring using professional-grade commercial floor strippers, ensuring all burnt and compromised materials were cleared away.

• Allowed the area to fully dry, preventing moisture from being trapped under the new installation.

• Applied a damp proof membrane (DPM) to protect the sub-floor from any residual moisture and provide long-lasting protection against damp-related issues.

• Installed a latex screed across the sub-floor to create a smooth, level surface, ready to receive the new floor covering.

• Fitted a durable commercial safety floor, welding all seams to ensure a fully watertight, hygienic finish – essential in a kitchen environment where spills and cleaning are a daily occurrence.

The Result

The new kitchen floor not only met but exceeded the client’s expectations. The transformation delivered:

• A robust, easy-to-clean surface ideal for the demands of a busy kitchen.

• Complete watertight protection, thanks to professional seam welding and DPM application.

• A floor that complies fully with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors.

• A long-lasting, low-maintenance solution that restores the kitchen to full functionality.

By combining our expertise in fire-damaged floor restoration with the correct preparation techniques and high-quality materials, we ensured the client’s property was quickly brought back into safe and practical use.

Why Choose Us for Fire-Damaged Flooring Repairs?

This case study demonstrates our proven approach to handling fire and water-damaged flooring projects. From detailed site surveys to professional installation, our team provides complete flooring solutions tailored to your property’s unique requirements.

Whether you need kitchen flooring, commercial safety flooring, damp proofing, or full floor restoration, All Aspect Flooring delivers reliable, cost-effective results that stand the test of time.