EXAMPLE AT A GLANCE
This Southampton example prices 55.7 sq m occupied-home timber refinish with 6 itemised lines and a £2,769.80 illustrative total. It uses fictional prices, a 0% tax input and no markup; verify all inputs for an actual job.
A defined timber floor refinishing job
This fictional project is located in Southampton. Sand and refinish 55.7 sq m of accessible existing timber floor in cleared rooms. Include protection, machine setup, sanding, a minor filler allowance, selected finish material allowance, application labour and clean-up. No board replacement, stain change or furniture moving. The written scope is the boundary of the example: a customer should be able to match each planned task to a line in the document, and see where a product choice or hidden condition still needs checking.
- Prepared by
- Cedar & Beam Builders · fictional business
- Prepared for
- Jordan Taylor · fictional customer
- Example location
- Southampton, UK
- Issued / valid through
- 25 September 2026 / 25 October 2026
Read every amount in pounds
The table reproduces the fixture sent to the app exporter. Each amount is its quantity multiplied by the shown unit rate, rounded to pence. The largest line is Floor sanding labour at £1,102.86; that is a part of the total, not a standard price for work of this kind. Check the unit, quantity and scope together before comparing lines with a real supplier or subcontractor quote.
| Work item | Quantity | Unit rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protection and setup | 1 lump sum | £196.00 | £196.00 |
| Floor sanding labour | 55.7 sq m | £19.80 | £1,102.86 |
| Minor filler allowance | 1 lump sum | £144.00 | £144.00 |
| Finish material allowance | 1 lump sum | £368.00 | £368.00 |
| Finish application labour | 55.7 sq m | £14.20 | £790.94 |
| Final clean-up and handoff | 1 lump sum | £168.00 | £168.00 |
| Subtotal / example total | £2,769.80 | ||
For a quick cross-check, floor sanding labour is 55.7 sq m × £19.80 = £1,102.86, and finish application labour is 55.7 sq m × £14.20 = £790.94. The sum of all 6 line amounts is £2,769.80. The PDF's 0% tax input and zero markup are example settings; determine the correct inputs for your own work.
What this example assumes
Deep damage, loose boards and prior coatings may affect scope. The sample includes only a minor filler allowance and assumes the floor is suitable for sanding.
Work outside the example: No board replacement, floor levelling, stain-colour change, furniture moving or guaranteed removal of deep damage.
The quantity basis matters. Where a product allowance differs from an installation quantity, the difference reflects this fictional layout or purchase plan and must be checked against the selected product. Existing conditions, safe access and any necessary approvals remain project decisions. Agree how changed measurements or discoveries will be recorded and priced before extra work begins.
View the app-exported PDF
The PDF was generated from this fictional project, with the exact line items, dates, customer and business details stated here. It is a completed example document for learning how an itemised estimate reads. Its prices are illustrative and are not current Southampton market rates.
Build an estimate for your own job
Start with a measured site record and the customer's selected finish or equipment. Replace all fictional quantities and rates, assign responsibility for supply and waste removal, and check that the exclusions describe the actual boundary. Review each extended amount, total and note in the PDF before sharing it.
- Measure included rooms and closets.
- Inspect board and finish condition.
- Approve product, sheen and colour scope.
- Agree access and furniture responsibilities.
Read the matching timber floor refinishing estimating guide for the measurement and scope decisions behind the example.
Common questions
Does refinishing include replacing bad boards?
Only when listed. Inspect and price board repairs as a separate task before refinishing.
Is stain included with finish?
This example excludes a colour change. Add a separate stain product and labour scope if requested.
