Best Dust Free Sanders and Extractors on the Market
Apr 2, 2020 · Mirka Extractor 1230L PC. The Mirka Extractor is an “L class” in 230 volt and “M class” in the 110 volt, which is slightly better than the Festool Midi. It has many of the same features as its two rivals as well, including a plug socket for your sander, automatic stop/start, mobility and variable speeds.
Festool RTS 400 REQ review – orbital sander - The Decorators …
May 11, 2021 · The power comes from a normal plug and it’s made dust free by plugging it into the hose from an extraction unit. The extractor is basically a high-powered vacuum that sucks and traps the dust out of the sander. My Thoughts on the Festool RTS 400 REQ . The variable speed helps to tackle different types of surface sanding.
Mirka Sander and Extractor Review - Decorator's forum UK
Apr 3, 2020 · Mike Gregory is a Professional Painter and Decorator who works in the Northwest of England. He mainly sub-contracts for large decorating firms and works on a wide variety of projects. This Professional Decorator gives a full and honest Mirka sander and extractor review. He calls on his experience using the brand over the past 3 years.
Indasa E-Series Sander Review - Decorator's forum UK
Aug 11, 2022 · Right, let’s start with the extractor. For anyone who hasn’t used a dust-free sanding system before, the extractor is a vacuum unit you plug the sander into. It sucks the dust from the sander and keeps it from entering the atmosphere in the room, eliminating the mess. The dust is collected into a bag, which you then dispose of once full.
Mirka Deros review, written by a decorator - Decorator's forum UK
May 11, 2021 · Mirka and Festool sanders and extractors are compatible with each other, meaning you can use the Mirka Deros with a Festool extractor if you wish, or vice versa. However, the Indasa works to a different size. The Indasa E-Series sander will fit a Festool or Mirka extractor, but the Indasa extractor is not compatible with Mirka and Festool sanders.
Festool ETSC 125 Cordless Sander Review - Decorator's forum UK
Sep 25, 2017 · The Festool ETSC 125 isn’t completely dust free, unless you plug it into an extractor, which defies the object when you look at the “cordless” aspect. Instead, it comes with a bag you attach to the end which catches around 75% of the dust. When I used the Festool ETSC 125, I found it comfortable to hold and well balanced, even with the ...
Festool Rotex RO 90 DX Review - Decorator's forum UK
Aug 12, 2023 · The Festool Rotex RO 90 DX is quite heavy and chunky. It’s a bit of a strange shape too; it’s elongated, and a lot of the weight feels like it’s at the back. No major issue really, but you’d expect a sander costing over £500 to feel balanced and comfortable to work with for prolonged periods. That’s the only negative I can think of.
Mirka Deros Vs Festool ETS EC150 - Decorator's forum UK
Jul 19, 2017 · The video below is of professional decorator Jason showcasing testing the Mirka Dero Vs the Festool ETS EC150 side by side. Both these machiens are top-of-the-range sanders. Both are market leaders and both cost heavy money. You’ll find the Mirka Deros slightly lighter than the Festool and perhaps easier to handle.
Festool Planex Vs Mirka Leros - Decorator's forum UK
Aug 28, 2018 · Mirka Leros. The Leros, now what a machine in comparison!! It solves all the problems the planex has! A full 180 degree head is amazing for doing walls and makes doing ceilings far easier! the weight feels more balanced. The 5.0 oscillating head makes controlling the sander in every direction easy!
Value of Dust Free Sanding to a Decorator - The Decorators …
Nov 15, 2018 · Dust free, or “dustless” sanding kits can be a big outlay to begin with. If you were to buy, say a Festool ETS 400 REQ (Woodwork sander), Indasa E-Series (wall sander) and a Festool midi extractor to fit both, you would easily be looking at around £1700. As a decorator, the time saved from having the right bit of kit is invaluable so that ...