The Ultimate Guide to Power Floats from EIBENSTOCK
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Power floats have become essential tools for plasterers and renderers looking to achieve flatter, cleaner, and more uniform finishes with significantly less effort. Whether handling sand and cement, lightweight plasters, or skim coats, EIBENSTOCK power floats give tradespeople precise control over the consolidation and finishing stages, making them indispensable on modern building sites.
This guide introduces power floats, explores their applications, and explains the advantages of using the EIBENSTOCK range.
What Is a Power Float?
A power float is a handheld machine designed to smooth and compact plaster, render, or mortar as it begins to firm up. Rather than relying on manual floating, which can be time-consuming and inconsistent, power floats use rotating discs to tighten, flatten, and refine the surface in a fraction of the time.
On the EIBENSTOCK range, each power float is engineered with:
- High-performance motors
- Optimised weight distribution for easy control
- Comfort-optimised handles for long working periods
- Interchangeable float discs for different materials
These characteristics make them ideal for both professional render teams and plasterers who want repeatable results.
How Do Power Floats Work?
Power floats rotate a large disc across a freshly applied surface during the “green” stage of the set. This mechanical action:
- Consolidates the material
- Levels imperfections
- Reduces trowel lines
- Pulls fines to the surface
- Creates an even, uniform finish ready for final texturing or painting
EIBENSTOCK’s range of power floats, including the EPG 300A cordless model, the EPG 400 wet power float, and the EPG 400 with sponge and carry case, delivers exceptional reliability and smooth, effortless handling for professional site use.
Where Power Floats Are Used
Power floats are ideal for:
- Plaster smoothing
- Render levelling
- Internal and external wall finishing
- Lightweight plaster systems
- Sand & cement render
- Monocouche or coloured render consolidation
- Machine-applied plasters that require uniform floating
They are designed for universal use across traditional site mixes, modern render systems, and internal refinishing.
The EIBENSTOCK Power Float Range
Explore the best-performing power floats with EIBENSTOCK.
EPG 300 A Cordless Power Float
Typical Uses & Applications:
- External rendering projects
- One coat render (OCR) systems
- Sand and cement finishes
- Areas with limited access or where cable-free operation is essential
Typical Uses & Applications:
- Designed for finishing plaster and render
- Powerful motor suited to continuous use
- Lightweight for overhead and wall work
- Compatible with multiple discs for various stages of the set
- Supplied with key accessories for immediate use
This is the core machine for most plastering and rendering teams.
EPG 400 WP Power Float (Wet Finish Model)
Designed for specialist applications that require a wet finish.
Typical Uses & Applications:
- Achieving floated, compacted, moisture-rich finishes
- Working on render types that benefit from slow, wet consolidation
- Supporting finishing techniques where surface hydration is essential
It maintains the same easy handling as the EPG 400 A while adding the capability for wet finishing.
16″ sponge disc, integrated adjustable water flow feed & slow speed 500w motor.
Power Float Sponges & Accessories
We offer a range of power float sponges and accessories compatible with our power float machines.
Why EIBENSTOCK Power Floats Stand Out
1. Professional-Grade Build Quality
The motors and internal gearing are designed for heavy-duty use, allowing the floats to operate continuously without overheating.
2. Lightweight, Controlled Handling
EIBENSTOCK floats are designed for long sessions, reducing arm fatigue and maintaining accuracy.
3. Reliable Performance Across All Materials
Whether you’re finishing modern pre-bagged systems or traditional sand & cement, the floats maintain consistent power and speed.
4. Quick Disc Changes
Swapping discs ensures you can adapt to each stage of the set without losing time.
5. Universal Use
Suitable for plasterers, renderers, builders, renovators, and external finishing specialists.
When to Use a Power Float
To align with the EIBENSTOCK site guidance and common practice:
- Start floating once the surface begins to firm up
- Avoid using the float when the surface is too wet, as it will drag
- Use plastic discs earlier, then sponge discs as the material tightens
- Increase pressure and speed gradually through the set
Correct timing is essential for achieving the flatness and consistency for which the machines are designed.
How Power Floats Improve Your Rendering Results
EIBENSTOCK’s power floats are designed to support:
Faster Production: Cover large wall areas significantly quicker than manual methods.
Improved Flatness: The disc action creates a uniform plane essential for later coats or final textures.
Professional Finish Quality: Reduces imperfections, ripples, and trowel marks.
Material Efficiency: Consolidation strengthens the surface, reducing the risk of cracking or delamination.
Reduced Fatigue: Less physical strain means more consistent results throughout the day.
Choosing the Right EIBENSTOCK Power Float
Select your model based on:
- Type of finish required: Dry (EPG 400 A) or wet (EPG 400 WP)
- Material density: Sand & cement need more torque
- Area of work: Frequent external work benefits heavily from power floating
- Disc types you use most often: Ensure you have both plastic and sponge discs
This ensures you get the most out of the machine across all project types.
Power Floats That Elevate Every Stage of the Finish
EIBENSTOCK’s power floats give tradespeople the control, speed, and surface accuracy needed to meet modern plastering and rendering standards. With purpose-built models for both dry and wet finishing, high-performance motors, and discs engineered for different stages, these tools streamline the entire finishing process while improving consistency across every project.
For professionals aiming to refine their workflow and deliver cleaner, flatter, more durable surfaces, the EIBENSTOCK range provides the reliability and precision that set the benchmark on today’s job sites.
