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Hello,
I hope this isn't too much of a repeat question, but I want to sand a parquet 7-finger mosaic tile floor that consists of two old, different colored/stained tile types, as well as a newly laid section of parquet (replacement for water damaged tile).
The room is 16x32 feet. Should I use a hand-held orbital sander? Should I look around for an industrial orbital sander? I have noticed some people go it by hand, some choose a more industrial approach (i.e., belt sander, etc.). I just want to sand the tiles enough to remove any prior finishes and then apply a new stain over the entire floor, in order to bring together the three multiple colors closer (I'm not expecting miracles, but ok...).
Since there isn't a problem with leveling, just with preparing the tiles by removing the older finish/sealers, what do the wise parquet gurus recommend?
Thank you in advance,
Steve
I hope this isn't too much of a repeat question, but I want to sand a parquet 7-finger mosaic tile floor that consists of two old, different colored/stained tile types, as well as a newly laid section of parquet (replacement for water damaged tile).
The room is 16x32 feet. Should I use a hand-held orbital sander? Should I look around for an industrial orbital sander? I have noticed some people go it by hand, some choose a more industrial approach (i.e., belt sander, etc.). I just want to sand the tiles enough to remove any prior finishes and then apply a new stain over the entire floor, in order to bring together the three multiple colors closer (I'm not expecting miracles, but ok...).
Since there isn't a problem with leveling, just with preparing the tiles by removing the older finish/sealers, what do the wise parquet gurus recommend?
Thank you in advance,
Steve