Drywall Sander With Vacuum For Popcorn Ceiling Wood Floor With Back Belt

Overall, this was a time saver. I previously had a shop-vac-attached drywall sanding end that used the mesh screens. It was typical manual sander, but with the added benefit of a vacuum to keep dust down. This is hands-down better, but there are trade-offs.This job in the picture took about 1/4 the time compared to manual sanding. That is a big improvement in time. The forward grips help, but the key to using this well is a light touch - almost a finesse - to prevent sanding too much. The wide pad helps, but it can chew through mud quickly. I tried it without my dust collector, and trust me, you need one. It's not as bad as just sanding without anything, and the sanding head does have means to push dust down the pipe, but it's not really sufficient and I needed my dust collector pulling at the same time to keep the dust manageable.The unit itself is made well. It collapses in half, and the hook/clamp/mechanism to assemble it held up well. There's a nice bag to keep it in. I also like that these discs are standard and easily purchased. It comes with quite a few - I used two on this job (one and a half - the second on it still OK). If you have a big project coming up, this will save you time. If you only do things every now and then, hire a pro - it's ultimately a better outcome.

I’m 5’1” and not the strongest 60 yo woman out there, but I am able to operate this drywall sander to remove popcorn ceiling. The holster keeps the sander in position without me having to muscle it (not sure I could), and the bag attached collects most of the debris making clean up easier than expected. The sander is efficient in removing material, the power cord is long enough, and the sanding disks are a common size making resupply easy.
It took me some time to get the hang of this machine as I’d never used one before, but it didn’t take long before I was working efficiently. After my popcorn ceiling removal is complete, I’ll be using this in my backyard shed conversion to a She-shed. Right now it is just studs and exterior siding, but I’ll be adding drywall to finish inside. Wish me luck!

The first thing I noticed about the Upgraded Drywall Sander is its robust and thoughtful design. The sander feels solid and well-built, with a sturdy handle and a comfortable grip. The addition of the labor-saving back belt is a brilliant touch, making it much easier to handle the sander for extended periods without experiencing significant fatigue. The sander comes with seven variable speeds ranging from 900 to 1800 RPM. This feature is incredibly useful for adjusting the speed according to the task at hand. Whether I was working on the delicate surface of a popcorn ceiling or the tougher texture of a wood floor, I could easily find the right speed to achieve a smooth finish without damaging the surface.

I recently gutted and re-walled a room in our house, and this drywall sander did a great job flattening and smoothing out all the drywall compound. Frankly, it saved a lot of time in the process as well, which is the overall purpose!The tool itself is nicely made, with strong aluminum extension poles that make maneuvering it about a lot easier if you're on the average size of height. The shoulder strap takes some getting used to, but once you've found a comfy position, it definitely helps control the overall weight of the machine.The sanding pad is a good size, and the rounds of paper that it came with are sufficient to do a lot of sanding. There are additional pads available as well, which is nice to see.With any drywall sanding, dust is a hassle, and this machine will whip up a dusty disaster rather quickly. The included dust collection bag is OK, though if you want to avoid a huge dust cloud, you've got to figure out how to connect it to a proper vacuum. I found this was the only way to keep the dust at manageable levels.I've got a hardwood floor to sand sometime soon, and I'm definitely curious to see how this performs on an old, smooth oak floor. I'll need to give an update when that occurs.Altogether, this is a nice unit. It's made well, it's got plenty of power and features, and it definitely saves some time. And it all breaks down into its own carrying bag, which is a great benefit. I definitely give this a thumbs-up!

For those who are looking for a power sander for a reason to have, this product works well, and all you need is in the package.