What is a floor scraper used for?
| Before laying a new floor, it is important to remove all unnecessary materials from the floor surface, such as carpet adhesive or paint, as they can make the floor uneven. Cleaning the floor ensures that it is smooth and clean, ready for recoating. | ||||
| Floor scraping is also a good way to get rid of stubborn dirt or grease in an industrial or commercial setting. | |||
 | Another common use for a floor scraper is to remove old underlayment or carpet that has been glued directly to a wood or concrete subfloor. | |||
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 | A floor scraper is also a useful tool for removing carpet staples from plywood and wood floors. The scraper blade will cut off some staples and pull out others. Instead of removing each staple individually with pliers or a screwdriver, using a scraper will make the task easier and less time consuming since you can remove more than one staple at a time. | |||
 | Be aware that using a scraper to remove carpet staples can sometimes damage the blade, so it may need to be replaced after use. If you plan on using the scraper for another task, make sure you have enough replacement blades. | |||
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