Sanders Knowledgebase

Sanding a door might seem straightforward, but achieving a smooth and professional finish requires proper technique and attention to detail. Whether you’re refinishing a weather-beaten wooden door or preparing a door for a fresh coat of paint, properly sanding doors can transform the look of your home. To sand a door properly, gather all the … Read more

Wet sanding is one of the best methods to remove minor scratches from metal, wood, and plastic surfaces. While we’ve previously discussed sanding techniques for metals and wood, we’ll tell you how you can wet sand plastic in this article. In a step-by-step guide, we’ll also explain sandpaper grits for wet sanding and the whole … Read more

How to sand metal and remove old paint or make the surface of metal smooth? This is a frequently asked question by many home improvement DIYers and crafters alike. Sanding metal can help remove old or unwanted discolorations, rust, paint, and scratches. With the right tools and know-how, you can breathe fresh life into your … Read more

If you have a glass with many scratches and want to remove them without replacing the glass, then you have to sand and polish it. Sanding glass is not hard, but you need a guide to know what you are doing. Below, we have made a simple but effective three-step guide to help you sand … Read more

Palm sanders and orbital sanders are some of the most commonly used sanders in woodworking, home improvement, and painting projects.   The primary purpose of both sanders is the same, finishing the wood surface. But they differ in many ways, such as design, price, power, features, and usage.    Which one is best for you?   The best … Read more

Do you ever wish to sand the wood door at your home but don’t know how to use an electric sander? Or just want one but get confused with the different types? After all, you cannot use a fine-grit sandpaper or sanding block for long! Hand sanding takes a lot of effort and can leave … Read more

Sanding drywall is one task requiring caution and a good knowledge of the steps involved in the task. This is because sanding drywall differs from sanding your regular wooden surfaces. For starters, sanding drywall produces a lot of dust so you will need to do a lot of cleaning before and after sanding. There is … Read more

When you talk about buying a sander. Three sanders are usually at the top of the list. The belt sander, the orbital sander, and the palm sander. This post is going to examine the advantages, disadvantages, and differences between belt sander vs palm sander. This post will also help you identify which of the two … Read more

Either you are working on a piece of furniture or you are renovating your home, one thing is certain, you will need to sand. In the woodworking world, sanding is just as important as cutting the wood you want to use. Just like any other power tool, using a sander makes your sanding task easier, … Read more

Sanding epoxy resin is usually advised to achieve a smooth surface. However, the process isn’t as easy as it sounds, and there are certain things that you must be aware of while sanding epoxy resin. Therefore, we have come forward with a detailed step-by-step guide on how to sand epoxy resin easily.  Also, we’ll highlight … Read more

Regardless of how well you install, finish, and maintain your deck, the deck will still fade over time as a result of constant use and harsh weather. The effects of the sun, rain, and even snow will strain the finish on the deck causing the deck to look worn out, bleached, and unsightly. This means … Read more

When it comes to the auto shop, woodshop, or garage the most used tool is the random orbital sander. This is because of its many uses like sanding, polishing, or buffing different including wood, metal, drywall and so much more. You can use a random orbital sander to polish your car, as long as the … Read more

Sanding concrete sounds like an impossible task. You might find yourself wondering how a hard stone-like surface can be sanded. Luckily, this post will highlight not just how to sand concrete, but also the materials or tools you will need to get a well sanded concrete finish. Concrete is the most widely used man-made material … Read more

If you are looking to renovate the staircase in your home, then you need to know how to sand stairs. Having stairs in your home gives you that extra touch of class and style. Stairs are also an alternative way of setting boundaries in your home. We all have private rooms and storage spaces in … Read more

Applying fresh paint and a clear coat can give a car an exclusive look. That’s why most manufactured vehicles have a clear coat finish. Notably, applying paint is a skill that is most likely to be done by a professional. But if you are up to the task, we’ll show you how to do it. … Read more

Almost everyone who has begun to work with wood for the first time gets confused about whether to use a Planer or a Sander to finish the project. They may seem to have almost similar functions but their options are different as well as when they are used. Each is designed specifically for a purpose. … Read more