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Hi, I recently purchased a late 1970s townhouse that needs some work to freshen it up. I'm having a go at learning new skills and doing what I can. My current project is the timber window frames in the lounge room. I'd like to strip them and then restain.
I've read a lot of the other discussions on sanding, so now understand the general process - moving from coarser grits to finer grits. So, my question here is which tools would you recommend that might make this task easier for someone who has never done this before?
The frames are 2.1m high, the first surface extending out from the glass is 65mm, then the narrower part of the frame on the front is 28mm deep x 23mm wide. Those areas that are already sanded were done by the glazier, but I need to finish them. I'm also aware that I'll need to fill any cracks + the screw holes when I take the curtain rail down.
I've purchased a Ryobi Detail Sander, and sandpaper (80, 120, 180 and 240), and hand sanding block. But there's a rather bewildering array of equipment in the sanding aisle and various multi / rotary tools etc.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Hello @DIYin25
If there was one more item that I would suggest getting it would be a painters drop cloth to cover all your appliances and carpet. The activity you are about to undertake will generate a lot sanding dust. If the budget allows it, you might also want to invest in an Ozito 1250W 12L Stainless Wet And Dry Vacuum to link to your sander. This will suck the majority of the sanding dust while you use the tool. The sanding tool you've purchased will be enough to sand down the surface; there is no need to purchase more tools at this time.
Just a friendly reminder that working around glass is dangerous an accidental hit with a tool or when too much force is applied could make the glass shatter and cause injury. Please remember to wear personal protection such as form fitting gloves, goggles and a mask. Make sure not to lean the tool onto the surface of the glass. My best advice is to practice on timber offcuts first so that you will be familiar with the tool's behaviour.
If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
