WHAT SHOULD YOU KNOW ABOUT FLOOR SANDING?

16 January 2010
WHAT SHOULD YOU KNOW ABOUT FLOOR SANDING?

Floor sanding is not a very difficult process to be carried out. Unless you are quite sure about your skills in floor sanding, do not take it up on yourself. It is best to assign the task to a professional agency. This will save your time and the money you spend will be worthwhile.

The tools used in floor sanding:

Apart from a floor sander, there are many other things used to clean and refinish the floor. Stuff like sandpaper, vacuum cleaners, safety gales, dust masks, hammers, nails, pry bars and ear plugs.

Floor sanding requires:

If there are any floor carpets, furniture in the room, loosened floor boards or even old rusted nails sticking out, make sure to get them out before the sanding begins. Curtains must be removed and ensure that all gaps and vents are sealed perfectly. Cover your walls properly and check the wiring in your home to avoid blowing a fuse.

The equipment must be handled carefully. Sand dust is inflammable so keep all related things out of the room and make sure nobody smokes around the place. Ensure that the empty sander bags and containers are kept outside the room as soon as their use is done.

The result that floor sanding has on your wooden floors is quite amazing. The shine it offers lasts for a long time and gives the home a refreshed look.