What Is a Floor Sander?
A floor sander is a tool that is used on a wood floor to level out the surface, removing scuffs and bumps. The sander essentially removes a very thin layer of the floor to reveal the undamaged wood underneath it. These tools come in many different types, both electric and manual. The largest types of electric floor sanders are the drum sander and the vibrating sander. The drum sander is designed for heavy duty jobs and can remove deep cracks, craters, and stains. It can also remove several inches of wood in little time, so it is not recommended for use on thin wooden boards. The vibrating sander is similar in size, but is used for less in-depth work.
