02-08-2013, 07:47 PM
I trained with the National Hardwood floor assoc... 10 years or so ago... Excellent program they rented convention center in Hartford , Ct.. We actually made 12x12 platforms then installed raw hardwood cut outs for medallions in center the sanded and applied finishes..then resanded stained and reapplied finish it was outstanding hands-on training for 1 solid week. Came home bought Clarke equipment including expandable drum sander, disc edger and rectangular orbital. The first job I did only cost me about 10.00 to do. Lol I made the error of not checking for wax finish on the floor I was to excited with my first job..needless to say I used up a ton of expensive sandpaper and stuck to my estimate.... Was a highlight in training that I forgot and would never forget again.. I did approx 12 jobs and every customer raved and referrals poured in but it just wasn't for me... Sold my sanders and moved on. I will say I have recommended this wood floor business to many people but no one bites... Lots of work available out there for refinishing. I think if you offer hardwood cleaning and recoating you would probably have to offer sand and refinish. Most newer homes around me have hardwood in them which means great opportunity but it's just not for me...