How to Match New Hardwood Flooring to an Existing Floor

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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

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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

How to Choose the Right Floor Finish Applicator

Jul 16, 2026 - Posted in Flooring Basics, Sanding and Refinishing

You might be wondering which type of wood floor finish applicator to use on an upcoming project. With so many different types of finish applicators available, how do you know that you’re using… Read More

Basic Coatings GameDay Sport Floor Sealer Now Available

Jul 2, 2026 - Posted in Sanding and Refinishing

A successful sport floor finishing system starts with the right foundation. City Floor Supply is now carrying Basic Coatings GameDay Water-Based Wood Floor Sealer, a premium one-component sealer developed specifically for wood sport… Read More

Mirka Dust Extractor 1230: A Cleaner, More Efficient Way to Manage Jobsite Dust

Jun 25, 2026 - Posted in Machines and Equipment

Dust control is one of the most overlooked factors in a successful hardwood flooring job — but it shouldn’t be. Poor dust extraction can slow down sanding, shorten tool life, hurt finish quality,… Read More

Wide Plank, Chevron, and Herringbone: Laying Out Complex Hardwood Floor Installs with Confidence

Jun 16, 2026 - Posted in Hardwood Floor Installation

Wide plank flooring, chevron, and herringbone patterns can completely transform a space. These formats are popular with homeowners, designers, and builders because they create a high-end, custom look that standard straight-lay flooring does… Read More

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