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 ...

A man in a hat and overalls pushing a sanding machine along a hardwood floor. - Vova Shevchuk/Shutterstock When refinishing hardwood floors, sanding is often necessary. It removes the old finish from ...

We’re big fans of belt sanders here at Popular Mechanics. When the tool is properly built and you know how to use it, it’s versatile and powerful, capable of de-burring metal, sanding wood, and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Belt sanders are useful tools for both DIY and professional projects, from furniture making to floor installation. If you're looking to add a ...

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 ...

Background: Ecklund, 30, was 12 years old when he started helping his father sand and install hardwood floors. He is now a crew leader at Supreme Hardwood, Elk Grove Village, a company his uncle owns.