We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. An orbital or finishing sander is a basic Makita tool no handyman should be without. Whether you're smoothening rough surfaces or removing ...

"Why am I still getting swirl marks on my workpiece?" It’s not a simple answer, but going through the below steps should get you to the swirl-free finish you are hoping to accomplish. Random orbital ...

The brunt of the work in most wood-based DIY projects comes from drilling and cutting, there’s no doubt about it. But finishing the project (or prepping it) with an orbital sander is also very ...