To renovate a wooden floor properly, it is essential to have the right tools and accessories to ensure efficient, accurate and safe work. Here is the main equipment you will need:

• A floor sander, essential for stripping the surface and removing the old finish. Large areas usually require the use of a belt sander or ride-on sander.
• An edge sander, which allows you to treat edges, corners and hard-to-reach areas such as those near skirting boards.
• A triangular or multi-function sander, useful for tight corners, pipe contours or confined areas.
• Sandpaper of various grades, to be used progressively, from coarse to fine, to achieve a perfectly smooth finish.
• A powerful vacuum cleaner, essential for removing dust between each stage of sanding and keeping the area clean.
• A spatula and wood filler to fill cracks and holes before final sanding.
• A hammer and mallet to readjust the boards and hammer in any protruding nails.
• Rags and a mop to clean the surface before applying the finish.
• Protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, a dust mask and, if necessary, ear defenders.
• Application tools such as a brush, roller or spalter, needed to apply the chosen finish (varnish, oil or wax).
• The finishing products themselves, suitable for the type of floor.

Depending on the condition of the floor, other tools may also be useful:

• A jigsaw and a drill to replace damaged boards.
• Wood filler or a mixture of sawdust and resin to fill large gaps.