New Pallmann Subfloor Prep Products Now Available at City Floor Supply

Nov 5, 2026 - Posted in Hardwood Floor Installation

Pallmann P104 Turbo rapid primer and moisture vapor retarder

A hardwood floor installation is only as good as the surface underneath it. If the subfloor is uneven, damaged, contaminated, or holding excess moisture, those problems can affect everything from adhesive coverage to… Read More

HyperGrinder I-4 Wood Planetary Sander: Features, Benefits, and Best Uses

Oct 30, 2026 - Posted in Machines and Equipment

HyperGrinder I-4 Wood planetary floor sander with dust extractor on a wood floor

The HyperGrinder I-4 Wood planetary sander is now at City Floor Supply. See its features, best uses, and accessories for hardwood floor contractors.

Why Your Floor Sanding Abrasives Aren’t Lasting, and What to Check First

Oct 15, 2026 - Posted in Sanding and Refinishing

Changing floor sanding belts or discs more often than expected can eat into a job’s profit. But before you blame the abrasive, take a closer look at what is happening on the floor…. Read More

Is This Floor Too Thin to Sand Again?

Oct 8, 2026 - Posted in Sanding and Refinishing

Is this hardwood floor too thin to refinish?

A customer wants their hardwood floors refinished. The finish is worn, the scratches are obvious, and a few boards have dark stains. It looks like a straightforward sanding job, until you inspect how… Read More

How to Match New Hardwood Flooring to an Existing Floor

Sep 29, 2026 - Posted in Hardwood Floor Installation, Sanding and Refinishing

how long does it take to refinish a hardwood floor

Learn how to match new hardwood flooring to an existing floor: check species and board size, plan lacing in or transitions, and test the full finish system.

How to Avoid Hardwood Floor Finish Failures: A Contractor’s Guide

Sep 22, 2026 - Posted in Flooring Basics

applying waterbased hardwood floor finish

Nothing costs a flooring contractor more than a finish that fails after the job is signed off. A peeling, cloudy, or bubbled floor means a callback, a full screen-and-recoat or a resand, and… Read More

Sand Faster and Work Smarter With the Mirka DEROS RS 600X Rotary Sander

Sep 14, 2026 - Posted in Machines and Equipment

Hardwood flooring contractors need a hand sander that can remove material quickly without becoming difficult or exhausting to control. The Mirka DEROS RS 600X 6″ Rotary Sander combines aggressive cutting power with a… Read More

How to Estimate a Hardwood Flooring Job Without Losing Money

Aug 20, 2026 - Posted in Flooring Basics

A hardwood flooring job can look profitable when you measure the rooms and calculate the flooring cost. But square footage is only the beginning. Unexpected demolition, subfloor preparation, detail work or extra finish… Read More

Hardwood Flooring Jobsite Documentation: What Contractors Should Record on Every Project

Aug 12, 2026 - Posted in Hardwood Floor Installation

When a hardwood flooring project goes smoothly, jobsite documentation can feel like one more task standing between you and the next job. When a customer calls weeks or months later about gaps, cupping,… Read More

Orbital Sanders vs. Drum Sanders: Which Hardwood Floor Sander Is Right for Your Project?

Jul 23, 2026 - Posted in City Floor, City Floor Supply, Flooring Basics, Hardwood Floor Installation, Sanding and Refinishing

Whether you’re refinishing a century-old oak floor or giving newer hardwood a fresh start, choosing the right sander can make or break your project. Two of the most common machines used in hardwood… Read More

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