Wood Floor Machine & Tool Maintenance

The big machine is one of the most expensive investments a wood flooring contractor makes. Some contractors take a few extra minutes every day to protect that investment by doing maintenance...

Of the three major pieces of sanding equipment used on the job, the edger stands alone in maintenance needs. Hours of use, high RPMs and the dusty environment it creates are a few of the reasons why edger performance is hampered. Common problem areas encountered...

If you asked 10 contractors how to run an edger, you wouldn't be surprised to get 10 different answers. That's why it's so important that you understand the basics of how and where an edger cuts...

If spending a few extra minutes on every job would help you earn thousands more, would you do it. Of course; any contractor would be crazy not to. It's surprising...

Most wood flooring contractors know the importance of maintaining the big sanding equipment they use every day, but sometimes the smaller items such as nailers, electrical cords, saw blades...

Wood flooring installers know that the nailer is the workhorse of all the tools in their box. Many contractors simply load and go without worrying about doing much to their nailers. While these sturdy...

What saw blades should you be using? The reality is that most installers buy a blade and use it for everything. Then they complain about how much the blades cost, how easily they get burnt up, etc. But making sure you're...

Q: I have an edger that's only one year old, and already it isn't sanding very well. I really expected to get better performance out of it. Do you have any suggestions? A: As an owner of a hardwood flooring business, you have the difficult task of making sure your company runs smoothly...