Propane buffers provide a way for you to make your floor shine once again, without having to drag around all the cords that come with an electric machine. For the most part, they are much easier to transport, and require less effort to use than those standard electric buffers/burnishers.
Bringing a floor back to its original shiny look is a hard job. It takes time, effort, and the right kinds of machinery. When you’re evaluating what kinds of equipment you wish to use for buffing, it is very wise to consider the weight of the machine, its durability, the maximum output, and a number of other factors. It is often hard to come to the right decision without having seen the buffer in action, so it would also be wise to visit some of the trade shows that the industry offers.
If you don’t have the budget or the time to attend one of these shows (they get rather pricey when you figure in your hotel, airfare, and other accomodations), then contact the manufacturer. They may have a distributor or even other willing contractors that are in your local area. You can then reference these people to get a better idea of the performance of the machine you are about to invest in.
If you don’t do your homework, it is very easy to get burned. There are quite a number of sub-par floor propane buffers on the market today. Be sure that you do your homework, and purchase wisely.
Doing just that can save you all sorts of headache down the road.