How to Replace the Switch on a Clarke B2 Edger

Apr 1, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment, Videos

Do you need to replace the switch on your Clarke B2 Edger? Watch the video above or read the steps outlined below to complete your maintenance.

How to Replace Brushes on a Clarke B2 Edger

Mar 27, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment, Videos

If your Clarke B2 Edger needs a brush replacement we have the instructions you need to change them out. Watch the video above or read the steps outlined below to replace the brushes.

Flooring Basics: All about Engineered Hardwood Floors

Mar 25, 2014 - Posted in Flooring Basics

As engineered hardwood flooring continues to grow in popularity, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of the product so you can pass that knowledge onto your customer. Here is a rundown… Read More

How to Remove Mastic from a Hardwood Floor

Mar 19, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment, Videos

Removing mastic, old carpet pad, and cut back adhesive that is stuck on top of hardwood floors can be a daunting task. We believe that your best bet for removing these substances is to… Read More

StreetShoe’s Performance Keeps Customers Coming Back Time and Time Again

Mar 18, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment

Basic Coatings’ StreetShoe Waterbased Finish has been on the market for quite some time. In fact, City Floor Supply’s own Mike Glavin has been selling this product since the late 80s! Let’s take… Read More

Troubleshoot Guide for Common Nailer Problems

Mar 13, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment

We also would like to pass along some solutions to common problems you might encounter with your hardwood floor nailer. One thing to note is that a common theme to these common nailer… Read More

The Case of the “Self Healing” Oil-Based Polyurethane Finish

Mar 11, 2014 - Posted in Sanding and Refinishing

There’s a recent phenomenon that is perplexing hardwood floor installers throughout the industry. An adhesion problem presents itself when screening and recoating old oil-based polyurethane finishes. Some have dubbed this phenomenon of adhesion… Read More

Nailer Day is Just Around the Corner

Mar 6, 2014 - Posted in City Floor

Don’t miss your chance to claim the title “Fastest Nailer in the East” and win $500! If you’re a hardwood floor contractor, then we want to see you in our showroom on March… Read More

Price Match Madness Strikes Again!

Feb 27, 2014 - Posted in City Floor

Are you getting geared up for this year’s March Madness tournament? It’s an exciting time to fill out brackets and watch a month’s worth of tense, exciting basketball games. At the Philly Floor… Read More

The Benefits of Using a RH Meter over Calcium Chloride Test

Feb 24, 2014 - Posted in Machines and Equipment, Videos

In the hardwood flooring industry the most commonly accepted test for determining moisture levels in concrete slabs is the calcium chloride (CaCl2) test. This test determines pounds of moisture per 1000 Sq Ft… Read More

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