Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring - Sanding Wood Floors

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mb576
03-26-05, 06:16 AM
I rented a drum sander and an edger to refinish a wood floor. The drum took off the bulk but left the edge of the wood strips unsanded due to warping. The edger left black marks, which needed to sanded deeper. I had to sand all edges of strips by small hand sander. This was supposed to be a light sand and refinish. Now it's a strip all and stain and refinish. Doe's anyone have any suggestions for the first time sander, refinisher? Any Tips, preperations, etc?
This 4 hr. job has turned into 2 days. HELP!

Does anyone have tips on the proper use of a drum sander? Amount of pressure to be applyed, or speed during passes?

twelvepole
03-26-05, 12:43 PM
The National Oak Flooring Manufacturer's Association's technical manual for refinishing wood floors can be found at www.nofma.org. You will find the step-by-step instructions very helpful.