Sanders

Canadian Woodworking offers detailed product profiles and hands‑on reviews of sanders, helping you choose tools that deliver smooth, consistent surface preparation.

  • Drum sanders

    Drum sanders are a quick and efficient way to sand large panels save you hours of sanding by hand.

    December 15, 2025
    Carl Duguay
  • Kreg Random Orbit Sander

    Kreg 20V Ionic Drive 5″ Random Orbit Sander

    A great option for anyone who wants cordless convenience without sacrificing control or surface quality — from seasoned woodworkers to weekend DIYers looking to step up their sanding game.

    October 12, 2025
    Carl Duguay
  • Bosch GSS18V

    Bosch 18V sheet orbital finishing sander

    The new Bosch GSS18V orbital sander has three interchangeable base plates and pads that make it easy to sand into corners and up against edges, and in places where you need to do more precise sanding.

    August 19, 2023
    Carl Duguay
  • Supermax 16-32 drum sander

    For any woodworker who does a lot of sanding, especially with shop-sawn veneer, large panels, or figured lumber, the SuperMax 16-32 is a godsend.

    February 3, 2022
    Carl Duguay
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    Belt sanders

    These aggressive sanding machines can work wonders in the shop if you know how to handle them.

    December 2, 2018
    Rob Brown
  • benchtop sanders

    Benchtop sanding machines

    Benchtop sanders make short work of sanding convex, concave, flared and irregularly shaped stock, as well as some veneered and solid panels.

    July 16, 2017
    Carl Duguay
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    Random orbital sanders

    These are the most popular hand-powered sanders for woodworkers and DIYers.

    May 2, 2017
    Canadian Woodworking
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    Hand powered sanding

    Sanding with a power tool is the first and most efficient step for creating a surface that’s ready for accepting a finish. Here’s an overview of the different hand-held sanders on the market today, and a description of what jobs they excel at.

    May 2, 2017
    Carl Duguay
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