10 Best Sanders For Furniture Refinishing in 2021

The Makita BO4556K 2.0 Amp 4-1/2-Inch Finishing Sander is our top choice. It runs with a powerful 2 Amp motor and is capable of delivering 14000 orbits per minute (OPM) providing a smooth finish to your furniture. Its palm grip is contoured and made of rubber, making it easy and comfortable for you to grip it. This rubberized grip design prevents hand fatigue or pain when using it for a long period.

This finishing sander operates quietly due to its precision-engineered all-ball bearing construction. It’s on/off switch is located in a very convenient spot, making it easy for you to handle with just one hand. Installing paper to this machine is very uncomplicated because of its large clamping lever.

The best part is its through-the-pad dust collection system; with this sander, you can have a way less sawdust at your workstation. All its switches are sealed with rubber to stop dust from getting into the machine; this ensures it lasts for a very long time.

The DEWALT Palm Sander DWE6411K is a ¼ sheet sander that has a powerful 2.3 Amp motor and operates at 14000 orbits per minute. It has a reduced overall height ensuring that you are closer to your work. It is quiet and easy to control, especially when using a higher grit paper.

Its switches have been protected with rubber dust boot which prevents dust from getting into it ensuring that it lasts long. It’s quite easy to grip and maneuver. It also features separate counterweight that reduces its vibration preventing hand fatigue or tingling after using it for a long time. Changing its paper is quick and hassle-free.

This great palm sander has a locking dust port system that allows you to connect it with a vacuum hose to get rid of dust easily and a built-in adapter that helps to deal with the problem of dust collection.

The Bosch GSS20-40 Orbital Finishing Sander is driven by a 2.0 Amp motor and sand with 12000 orbits per minute, making it very powerful and fast. Its sanding plate is made of aluminum providing even sanding and a perfect finish to all your projects. It is very durable and lasts long.

This Bosch GSS20-40 was designed with a soft grip making it comfortable to use for a long period. It operates with low vibration, which means you can easily control this machine easily and stress-free. It features an incredible dust collection system that includes a micro-filter dust canister which operates by collecting dust through the pad, leaving your workspace free of sawdust.

Finally, this orbital finishing sander has a well-grounded clamping and pad design that allows for the use of multiple sanding sheets. It also offers flush sanding allowing both professionals and DIY lovers to use for any type of woodwork project.

The BLACK+DECKER Mouse Detail Sander is a detailed sander with compact size making it easy to handle. It operates with a 1.5 Amp motor and removes material at 14000 orbits per minute.

It features a finger attachment and a sanding pad. Its 3-position grip gives it proper grip for maneuvering and allows full control of the machine when in use. Its lightweight makes it easy to use with one hand.

With an included finger attachment, this detail sander can easily fit into small spaces that may be harder to reach with regular sanders. It can efficiently collect dust with its micro-filtration, leaving you with less sawdust to clean when the job is done. This sander is very affordable and ideal for small jobs.

The PORTER-CABLE Random sander is a 5-inch orbit sander with a 1.9 Amp motor making it a strong and sturdy sander. It operates at 12000 orbits per minute, making it capable of sanding your furniture much faster and giving it a smooth finish. Its random patterned sanding does not leave scratches or indentations in your furniture.

It features a dual-plane counter system and a balanced fan that evens out the weight of the sander and reduces the chance of your hands getting fatigued or strained. It has a 100% ball-bearing construction that promotes its durability and ensures it lasts long. Its switches are also sealed to prevent dust from getting into them and for a longer switch life.

This PORTER-CABLE sander has a controlled finishing that makes it possible to control the pad speed and minimize gouging.

The Makita BO5030K Random Orbit Sander is a 5-inch orbit sander that runs on 3 Amp motor and operates at 12000 orbits per minute producing a smooth and fast-finishing to your furniture. It functions with 1/8-inch random orbit action that improves its ability to produce super smooth sanding to the material.

Handling this Makita BO5030K sander is quite comfortable because of the rubber-coated grip that allows you to use it for hours without feeling pain or tingling in your hand. It also has a well-structured through-the-pad dust collection that reduces the dust in your work environment.

Its switches have been sealed to prevent dust from getting into the machine and contaminating it. It features a pad control system that allows you to control the pad speed when in use. It’s on/off switch is located in a very accessible area which makes it easy for you to use this machine one-handed.

The SKIL 7302-02 Detail Sander also called Octo, is a detailed sander that works with a 2 Amp motor at an operating speed of 14000 orbits per minute. It is the ideal choice when working with delicate materials.

It has a pressure control system that monitors the pressure applied to the material to ensure an optimal finish. It comes with eight detailed sanding attachments and gives an even finish with areas that are hard to reach and contoured.

Its microfilter captures dust particles preventing these particles from getting into the machine. Its dust collector is made of a clear view material, so you know when it is full without having to guess. It’s also quite affordable and suitable for DIY projects.

This WEN 6301 Electric Detailing Palm Sander is the third detailing sander on our list. It is lightweight and compact enough to be used for hours with no pain or stress. It runs on a 1 Amp motor which means it is not powerful enough to be used for heavy-duty projects. It has an operating speed of 13,500 orbits per minute, producing a smooth and even finish to your material.

This small sander has an angled tip which makes it effectively reach small and tight areas. It has a dust collection port that reduces the amount of sawdust in your work station. Its grip is also coated with rubber making it easy for you to handle and grip this sander. Its switches have been dust-sealed preventing dust from getting into it although using the switch might be a little difficult because of this protection.

Its Velcro base pad allows you to install and remove sandpaper easily. Keep in mind that you have to buy the sandpapers that fit into the holes in the pad for proper finishing of your furniture.

The WORX WX820L 20V Multi-Sander does the job of 5 different sanders. It features a 5-inch random orbit sander for fast and vigorous sanding, finishing sander for an even and smooth finishing to your wood, detail, contour and finger sander that allows you to reach small and tight areas with ease.

This is an incredible machine cordless and runs on a 20V battery that can be interchangeable with other 20V WORX tools. Its cordless feature makes it easy to move around without interruptions from the cord. Its base never gets loose or falls off because of its hyper-lock; this hyper-lock feature also makes it easy to change the sandpapers.

Irrespective of the base being used, mode max technology ensures maximum and effective sanding. Its random orbit feature provides large orbit radius for covering large areas at once and providing aggressive debris removal when needed. Its speed is quite variable and can be adjusted depending on the type of material it is being used on.

Finally, the Milwaukee 6033-21 Sheet Orbital Compact Palm Sander is a compact sized palm sander. Although, a little heavier than the regular palm sander, it still allows you to keep a firm grip on the tool and use it with one hand for a long period without getting tired. This orbit sander is ideal for putting finishing touches on cabinets, tables, chairs and other pieces of furniture.

It has a swirl-free finish that provides consistent and even finishes to your material. There is a push-button release on the back of the machine that makes it easier to change the sandpaper and also saves a lot of time. It features a dust bag that collects dust and keeps your work environment free of dust and debris. It comes with a universal adaptor that allows you to plug various workshop vacuums.

This Palm Sander comes with a sheet of 100-grain paper and another 150-grain paper; it also includes a hole puncher to punch holes in the sheets you have rather than using a pen or screwdriver to punch them.