Pro tip: I switched from a 4-foot bull float to a 6-footer for big pads and it's a game changer

For years I stuck with a 4-foot magnesium bull float on everything, even big commercial pads. I figured the smaller tool gave me more control. Then on a 50-yard warehouse floor job about three months ago, I borrowed a buddy's 6-foot float. The difference was huge. I could cover way more ground per pass, and the longer span actually helped me spot low spots better. Now I use the 6-footer for anything over 20 feet wide. Anyone else made a switch like this with their basic finishing tools?

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zara_hill4613h ago

Hold you back" seems a bit strong. It's just a float, not a life choice. Is the difference really that big of a deal?

hernandez.morgan19h ago

It's funny how we stick with the smaller, familiar tool for so long. In my experience, that comfort can really hold you back from finding a better way to do things. You just don't know what you're missing until you try the bigger option.