Detail Sanders

Add the finishing touches to any sanding job with a detail sander. These handy tools are essential in many woodworking and carpentry projects, particularly for small, hard-to-reach places. At Toolstation, you’ll find detail sanders at unbeatable prices from reliable, high-quality brands such as Draper, Bauker, Black and Decker, DeWalt and Einhell.

What is a Detail Sander Used For?

Often triangle-shaped and small enough to fit into corners or tight spaces, a detail sander can help you achieve a precise finish on any project. Choose a detail sander for restoring furniture with intricate details or sanding surfaces that require a light touch.

FAQs

What is a detail sander?

A detail sander is a compact power tool with a small triangular or pointed sanding pad, designed to access tight spaces, corners and edges.

What are the benefits of a mouse or detail sander?

Benefits: reaches corners/edges, less effort in awkward spaces, better finishing in tight joinery, lightweight and easy to control, often includes dust collection.

What does “mouse sander” mean, and how is it different?

“Mouse sander” is a common term for a detail sander whose shape mimics a computer mouse (compact, ergonomic). The features are similar but “mouse” emphasises very small size and high manoeuvrability.

Which surfaces and tasks are suitable for a detail/mouse sander?

Detail sanders are best for prepping wood or painted surfaces, sanding corners or edges, working in confined spaces, smoothing over rails, furniture edges and tricky carpentry joinery. Less suited for large flat areas.