A sander is a key tool that will get used in almost all do-it-yourself projects involving wood. Sanders can be used to remove large amounts of material or surfaces finishes quickly and easily, as well as being able to create a smooth surface on your projects. But there are many types of sanders out there, and most of them can only be used only for specific applications. The key to buying a sander is to get the sander that will fill your needs best. Here are the varieties of sanders you will want to consider:
Belt Sanders
Belt sanders are most useful in the starting phases of large sanding jobs as well as for the starting phases of refinishing jobs. Belt sanders take off large amounts of material rapidly, so you need to be very careful to keep from gouging the material being sanded. Belt sanders can tend to be heavy. Think about getting one that has a variable speed control as well as a lock button that lets you lock the speed which will allow you to place your hands in the most comfortable position; this also helps minimize user tiredness when using a belt sander.
Detail Sanders
Detail sanders are little sanders typically used to sand around odd...