Training Courses

Wood Sanding and Finishing - Advanced

This course is purely aimed at those looking to incorporate advanced techniques into their wood sanding and finishing. Learn how to successfully prepare the floor for advanced finishing techniques including water popping, distressing, brushing, staining and colouring.

This one-day course is a must for any floor finisher looking to enhance their range of skills, allowing them to truly stand out from the crowd.

Course content - What will you learn?

Knowledge
  • The tools, equipment and PPE required
  • Correct material selection including abrasives,seals, stains and oils
  • Wood floor products, how they behave and their limitations
  • Effects on the products based on its environment — Acclimatization
Skills
  • Proper use of tools, equipment and PPE
  • Accurate advanced finishing techniques including water popping, distressing, brushing, staining and colouring wood floors.
  • Correct use of materials including abrasives, wood lyes, water-based pre-colours, colour effects and reactive stains
Behaviours
  • Confidence in correct products, tools and equipment selection
  • The ability to reassure customers that using the techniques outlined will ensure work is quality assured
  • Confidence to use correct sanding and finishing techniques
  • Confidence to communicate and advise on advanced wood floor finishing application

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Course Details

Suitability
Domestic & Commercial Installers
Level
Advanced
Duration
1 Day
Cost
£275.00 plus VAT
This Course is available on request, on a date to suit your requirements. Please contact FITA to make arrangements for this course.