Alto Clarke EZ-8 Drum Sander Hire | Professional Floor Sander

Rent the heavy-duty Alto Clarke EZ-8 Drum Sander (American Sanders), the industry-standard floor sander designed to deliver professional results with DIY ease. Perfect for leveling uneven timber floorboards, removing old stubborn varnishes, and restoring hard or softwoods, parquet, and cork floors. This contractor-grade machine completely disassembles without tools for effortless transport in the boot of a standard car. Hire today for a flawless, trade-quality floor restoration.

Key Specifications

• Motor Power: Heavy-duty 1.5 HP enclosed dual-capacitor motor
• Drum Width: 8-inch (203 mm) balanced sanding drum
• Abrasive Size: Accepts 8" x 19" (203 mm x 483 mm) continuous sanding belts
• Power Supply: 115V or 230V (household power)
• Chassis Construction: Heavy-duty, rugged cast-aluminum alloy

Common Uses

• Stripping Old Finishes: Effortlessly removes stubborn layers of old varnish, paint, polyurethane, and wax.
• Levelling Uneven Floors: Flattens warped, cupped, or uneven timber floorboards in older properties.
• Surface Preparation: Prepares raw hard and softwoods, parquet, and cork floors for new oil, stain, or lacquer.
• De-nibbing & Fine Sanding: Smooths out rough, reclaimed wood surfaces or deep scratches before final sealing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this machine create a lot of dust?
A: The sander features an integrated high-velocity fan chamber that extracts fine wood dust directly into an attached heavy-duty canvas bag, significantly limiting airborne mess.

Q: How do I avoid gouging my floorboards?
A: The EZ-8 is fitted with a specialized drum-lowering handle. Always ensure the machine is moving forward or backward before gently lowering ("feathering") the drum onto the wood, and raise the drum before stopping.

Q: What type of sandpaper belts does it take?
A: It uses standard 8" x 19" continuous sanding belts. These slide directly over the expandable drum mechanism, allowing for quick grit changes without clamping or cutting.

HIRE PROCESS

Our provisional booking process is free of charge. Our sales team will be in contact within 15 minutes to confirm order details and costs before confirming a booking.

All prices listed are a guide only and are subject to indemnity charge, fuel, transport and VAT.

Due to the multiple brands we stock, images are for reference only and might not be the actual goods supplied. If you require the specific machine shown, then please confirm this with the sales team.