Abstract: A machine for sanding a floor for use with sandpaper having a smooth side and an abrasive side is disclosed and comprises a platform having a rearward end and a forward end, wheels mounted on the platform to support the rearward end for rolling movement, a sanding head, a motor and a handle. The sanding head defines a sanding face and is mounted on the platform for rotation about a vertical axis with the sanding face oriented normal to the vertical axis. The motor is mounted on the platform for driving said rotation. The handle is rigidly mounted to the platform, adjacent the rearward end, and extends substantially upwardly and rearwardly. An attachment means is also provided for selectively, releasably attaching said sandpaper to the sanding head, with the smooth side in underlying contactable relation to the sanding face and the abrasive side in contactable relation to the floor.