Sanders

Below is a small selection of application examples where at least one quality sander is a must-have:

• Wooden flooring: Are there scratches in your wooden floor? Has the surface lost its shine over time? Sand parquet and floorboards  instead of replacing them! Use a belt sander first for the coarse sanding, then use a random orbit sander for a fine finish. Always remember to move the belt sander in the direction of the wood grain, while the random orbit sander can be used both with and against the grain. This way, the pattern of the wood is preserved.
• Concrete: Choosing whether to sand concrete  will depend on how large the surface area is. Orbital sanders are ideal for smaller concrete surfaces like worktops or individual walls. You can then use a random orbit sander with the appropriate polishing accessories for the perfect finish.
• Walls: If you want to sand a wall , it’s best to use a random orbit sander first to achieve a smooth surface, followed by a multi-sander to finish off corners and edges.
• Bannisters and stair railings: Whether you’re restoring bannisters or building your own railings , sanding down their curves and edges can be a nightmare. Multifunctional tools, multi-sanders, and delta sanders guarantee efficiency in hard-to-reach places, thanks to edged and triangular sanding plates. To address any curves, use a sanding roller or disc sander, since their movable sanding discs adapt perfectly to bends.
• Metal surfaces: You can use a range of different sanders on metal. For smoothing down sharp edges or removing rust, an angle grinder is best. If you need to remove old layers of paint from large surfaces, choose a belt sander. Also, multi-sanders offer reliable help on smaller surfaces. Learn more about sanding and varnishing metal in our video tutorial.
• Plasterboard: You can create drywall  quickly and easily using plasterboard, but they need sanding if they are to be used effectively. A very fine finish can be achieved on the first round of sanding using an orbital sander and 80-grit sandpaper (but change to finer grits with each subsequent round). If you want to wallpaper the wall, use 100-grit sandpaper. To prep the wall for painting, however, use 120-grit sandpaper.
• Tabletops: Sanding a wooden table is done in various steps. First, use a belt sander to remove paint and varnish residues. Then, use an orbital sander for a smooth finish. Corners, edges, and curves are tackled with either a random orbit sander or multi-sander. To make a tapered edge , use a hand plane  and a multi-sander.
• Door frames: Old paint and varnish can be removed using an orbital sander. It’s best to use a device that can be easily operated up high, such as a cordless sander. If you’re repainting the frame, don’t worry about removing all the paint, just create an even surface. Metal door frames, however, should be completely free from rust before painting.