Power & Hand Tools
Beyond the flooring itself, most jobs need a supporting cast of tools, fixings, and consumables to actually get the floor down and finished properly. This range covers everything from floor sanders and buffers through to nails, screws and fittings, measuring equipment, and safety wear, from trade brands including Bona, Draper Tools, Silverline, and TimCo.
Sanding and finishing equipment
For anyone tackling a sanding or refinishing job, floor sanders and buffers cover the core machines, while brushes and applicators and rollers and frames handle applying the finish once the floor's prepped. Bona is the standout brand here, well known specifically for floor sanding and finishing products rather than general trade tools, so it's worth checking their range first if the job is specifically about restoring an existing wood floor rather than installing a new one.
Fitting kits and hand tools
A floor fitting kit typically bundles the essentials for laying laminate, engineered, or vinyl flooring in one purchase, useful if you don't already have the individual pieces. Beyond the bundled kits, hand tools, scrapers and knives, and filling knives and trowels cover the individual tools you'd reach for during fitting, subfloor prep, or filling gaps and imperfections before a floor goes down.
Fixings and sealants
Nails, screws and fittings and caulking and sealant guns cover the fixing side of a job, while coloured silicones and mastics are for sealing gaps, particularly around skirting, thresholds, or wet areas, in a colour that matches rather than a stark white line. TimCo and Silverline between them cover the bulk of the fixings range, with sizing and head types (countersunk, pan, hex) varying by specific fastener.
Measuring, safety, and site prep
Measuring tools range from basic tape measures up to Leica laser measures for larger or more precise jobs, and Protimeter moisture meters are worth knowing about specifically if you're checking a subfloor's moisture content before fitting, since fitting over a subfloor that's too damp is a common cause of problems later. Safety wear, protection and packing (dust sheets, masking tape), and reach and support round out the practical side of preparing a site and protecting the surrounding area while work is underway.
FAQ
What's a floor fitting kit and do I need one?
A fitting kit bundles the common tools needed to lay a floating floor, such as spacers, a tapping block, and a pull bar. It's a straightforward way to get started if you don't already own the individual pieces.
Why would I need a moisture meter before fitting a floor?
Checking subfloor moisture before fitting helps catch a damp subfloor that could cause problems later, such as warping or adhesive failure, particularly with wood or laminate flooring.
What's the difference between coloured silicone and standard caulk?
Coloured silicone and mastic are formulated to match specific finishes (such as timber tones) rather than drying white, giving a less visible seal around skirting, thresholds, or trim.