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Floor sander.
A little planning goes a long way.
Floor sanding can be unforgiving. Use this page to plan costs and questions, and consider a flooring professional before committing.
Before you hire
Potential fit: Timber floors assessed as suitable for sanding by a flooring professional.
- Identify the flooring and remaining wear layer. Some floors cannot be sanded.
- Get advice on coatings, dust controls, abrasives and edge sanding.
- Older coatings may need testing. Stop if hazardous materials are suspected.
Your hire checklist
- Main sander and edge sander
- Compatible dust extraction
- Abrasives quoted separately
- Suitable PPE and finishing products
A better supplier brief
Measure these first.
- Floor construction and wear layer
- Room area, edges and corners
- Existing coating and repair needs
Hire, buy or get help?
Hire only after suitability and the required approach are established.
Ownership is difficult to justify for a one-off domestic floor project.
A flooring professional may offer better value when finish quality and damage risk matter.
Costs to ask about
This is a planning guide, not operating instructions. Follow the exact machine manual and supplier training. If you are unsure about the task, use a qualified professional.
Got a project in mind?
Turn the idea into a clear equipment brief.