Floor Sander Rental
A floor sander rental brings worn hardwood back to bare wood so you can refinish it. Choose a drum or orbital sander based on your floor and experience, stock up on grits and compare suppliers for your dates.
What a floor sander is used for
Floor sanders strip old finish and flatten hardwood. This category also includes edgers, buffers and floor polishers, and tile strippers for pulling old flooring. Have a large bare concrete floor? Take a look at the concrete grinder rental guide.
Types of floor machines
| Type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Drum sander | Removing thick finish and flattening floors fast |
| Orbital or square buff sander | Beginners, thin floors and final passes |
| Edger | Getting along walls where a big sander can't reach |
| Floor buffer | Cleaning and polishing hard floors |
| Tile stripper | Pulling up old tile and vinyl |
How to choose the right machine
- Check your floor's condition. A deep finish or cupped boards call for a drum sander.
- Be honest about experience. Drum sanders can gouge a floor quickly, so orbital is more forgiving.
- Check the floor's thickness. Engineered floors may have too little wear layer for heavy sanding.
- Add an edger. You'll need one for most rooms.
- Check power. Some big machines need a dedicated circuit.
How to sand a floor
- Clear the room, sink all nail heads and seal doors against dust.
- Start with the coarsest grit that removes the finish, working with the grain.
- Keep the machine moving, and lift or lower it gently so it doesn't gouge.
- Edge along the walls with the same grit.
- Work through medium and fine grits, vacuuming between each.
- Clean thoroughly, then apply your stain and finish.
Mistakes to avoid
- Stopping with the drum down. It leaves a dip in seconds.
- Skipping grits. Going too fine too soon leaves scratches that show under finish.
- Leaving sanding dust in a pile. Fine dust and finish-soaked rags can be fire hazards, so follow the disposal directions.
- Sanding across the grain. Scratches will stand out.
- Sanding old finish without testing. Older floors may have lead-based coatings.
Tips before you rent
- Buy more sandpaper than you think, and ask if unused sheets can be returned.
- Ask about a dust bag, and wear a proper respirator.
- Ask the supplier to show you how to change the paper.
How to find a floor sander rental near you
Use the Browse equipment button to search by your city and rental dates on the Derental marketplace. Compare suppliers by location, delivery and rates, and request the rental online. Rates are set by each supplier and vary by machine, rental length and location.
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Floor Sander Rental in California: what to know
People in California search for this about 590 times a month on Google. Before you book:
- Test older floors. Pre-1978 finishes can contain lead, and old tile and mastic can contain asbestos. Test before you sand or strip.
- Buy compliant finish. California air districts limit VOCs in coatings, so buy floor finish locally.
Related equipment
- Floor Scrubber & Buffer Rental
A floor scrubber rental cleans warehouses, shops, stores and other hard floors far faster than a mop, while a buffer polishes or strips them.
- Concrete Grinder Rental
A concrete grinder rental lets you level, smooth or strip a concrete floor using spinning diamond tooling, ready for polish, coatings or new flooring.
Where people search for floor sander & floor care rental most
Monthly Google searches by city. Each link opens that city's page at this service.
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in New York City, NY210/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Chicago, IL140/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Philadelphia, PA90/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Cleveland, OH90/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Detroit, MI70/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Pittsburgh, PA70/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Queens, NY50/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Cincinnati, OH50/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Brooklyn, NY50/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Omaha, NE40/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Milwaukee, WI40/mo
- Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental in Wichita, KS40/mo
Floor Sander & Floor Care Rental FAQs
- What should I know about floor sander rental in California?
- Test older floors. Pre-1978 finishes can contain lead, and old tile and mastic can contain asbestos. Test before you sand or strip. Buy compliant finish. California air districts limit VOCs in coatings, so buy floor finish locally.
- Where can I find floor sander & floor care rental near me?
- Use the button on this page to search marketplace inventory by city and rental dates, then compare suppliers by location, delivery area and rates.
- How much does floor sander & floor care rental cost?
- Rates are set by each supplier and depend on the machine size, rental length (day, week or month), your location and delivery. Compare a few suppliers' quotes for your dates to see current pricing.
- Do I need a license or training for floor sander & floor care rental?
- Most compact equipment needs no special license, but you're responsible for operating it safely and following the manufacturer's instructions. Larger machines, aerial lifts and forklifts require operator training under OSHA rules on jobsites. Ask the supplier about walkthroughs.
- Can the equipment be delivered?
- Many suppliers deliver and pick up, especially for larger machines. Delivery fees and availability vary by supplier, so check them when you compare quotes.
Floor Sander Rental: key facts
- A floor sander rental brings worn hardwood back to bare wood so you can refinish it.
- Most searched in New York City, NY; Chicago, IL; Philadelphia, PA.
- Find, compare and rent construction equipment from suppliers on one marketplace.