How
to sand a floor using a drum sander and edge sander
If you have a solid wood floor that is looking damaged
or worn out and in need of some TLC, an edge sander
and a large drum sander can help you to restore it to its former glory. They
arent expensive to hire and they are fairly easy to use and the results are
impressive, adding considerable value to your home.
- Prepare your space: Remove
carpets, rugs and furniture to empty the room as much as possible as
sanding creates a lot of dust. Open external doors and windows for good
ventilation. For extra dust proofing, use masking tape to seal internal
doors into the rest of the house where possible. - Replace boards that cant be repaired: Thoroughly examine your floor for any rotting boards or wood that
is too damaged. Pry them up with a chisel and replace them, making sure
that any nails are at least 2mm below the wood level. Do the same with any
nails that have come loose in other boards. - Fill in any gaps: Large
gaps can be closed with a sliver of wood that is glued into the gap, while
knot holes and minor damage can be filled with wood filler. - Hire a floor sander: You will need both a large drum
sander and an edge
sander. Work diagonally across the floor with the large
sander, overlapping each strip of sanded floor as you go. If there are
deep stains, do a second sanding by criss-crossing over the sanded floor
in the opposite direction. The edge sander will allow you to get to
hard-to-reach areas. Work as close to the skirting board as possible and
work from a coarse to smooth sanding paper. - Vacuum and seal: Sweep
and then vacuum the floor thoroughly to remove as much debris as possible.
Its a good idea to leave the room overnight after cleaning and then clean
it again, as dust from the sanding and the first clean will have settled.
Seal the floor with a clear wood finishing product, a stain or paint. If
using a seal, 2-3 coats should be applied along the grain of the wood.
For
assistance in choosing the correct large drum
sander or edge wood sander, please contact
us at TALISMAN Hire
today. Well ensure that you get what you need to get the job done!
