Using the right tool to sand a hardwood floor can save time, effort, and money. We take a look at some of the best options.

You're probably used to seeing gorgeous DIY epoxy garage floors, but this high-gloss finish brings a clean, modern look and effortless maintenance to almost any room in your house. Many people are ...

It will typically cost between $42 and $200 per day to rent a floor sander. The exact cost will depend on the rental company, the duration of the rental, the type of floor sander, the required ...

What’s the difference between a drum sander and an orbital sander? The best explanation goes something like this: “A drum sander is like a chainsaw; an orbital sander is like a hedge trimmer. They ...

Using a special soap for wood floors is recommended. For lacquered floors, it’s best to mop only with a damp cloth. Note: ...

Faced with the potentially arduous task of sanding a wood floor, what would you do? Hire a pro? Rent the proper tools and do it yourself? Perhaps even shell out big bucks to buy professional grade ...

After about 20 years, most hardwood floors start showing their age; scratches, dullness and discoloring are the most common signs that the wood is due for refinishing. Fortunately, the typical ...

Hackaday contributor and new homeowner [James Hobson] had a dilemma on his hands. He had rented a commercial drum sander to begin a floor refinishing project. Like many before him, James was a bit too ...

Sand can be fun outdoors, but it’s tough to get rid of when it gets all over your floors, car seats, and furniture. The best vacuums for sand should make removing it a bit easier by featuring a design ...