Orbital Sander Basics | Beginner Tool

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[@SeethaGopalakrishna]

As someone totally ignorant about tools in general and wood work per se this video has been very helpful.Thank you.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@etokun1]

Wow, I've been using my orbital sander for a couple weeks and getting dust all over myself. Thought I reached a break through when I figured out I was supposed to hook up the shop vac. I was perplexed when that didn't work. Only after watching this video did I realize that the holes are needed in the paper. Thanks!!!

[@beetlejuice3x309]

Bruh

[@smokeycanuck8058]

Unlike a lot of crap on KZbin, very helpful thanks.

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Glad it helped

[@kameron118]

Simple and straight to the point! I like it!!!

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[@anadelgado8661]

I watched a few videos on sanding (newbie) and by far this is the best one in all aspects. Blessings and thank you so much!!

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[@jmackenzie2010]

Ive just joined a womens shed in Melbourne Australia. I'm sanding back a small cabinet and it's my first time using a cordless sander. I'm loving it. Your video is great and so helpful. Keep up the great tips and advice!

[@Little_Sidhe]

Would an orbital sander be best to sand down a mahogany veneer chest of drawers?

[@vjmcheg5124]

Thank you! I appreciate your clear, concise explanations and demonstrations. Now I feel more comfortable with the project at hand. 🙂

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shawndelaney9311]

I never knew about the holes needing to line up. Thanks for the tip.

[@zacharymaneja1207]

I live your final statement. I was totally intimidated by woodwork until then

[@randyhuber7108]

Very good beginner video for sanding, tools and techniques

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad you liked it!

[@zicarwoodworking]

this portable orbital sander looks so convenient. In our factory we make biggger sanding machine to polish wood door or plank, but maybe in the future we will consider this cute sander.

[@totorishop]

I love the videos you’ve created. You’re an excellent teacher! Easy to understand, useful tips, why the tool is used and even encouraging comments! Thank you!!!

[@yougetagoldstar]

Not only this, but no cursing, tattoos, crazy piercings, saying disgusting innuendos, and so on.

[@haroldsarino]

best and simpliest explanation ive seen so far thank you!

[@lazylimey4754]

Thanks a bunch. Just stripping and then sanding my oak stairs. Although only a couple of years old they are the wrong colour stain. Did not want to over sand and mark them. I will buy an orbital sander to prevent scratches.👍

[@louannbruce6252]

I’m in the market for a great orbital sander because I do all my own painting, and I am scraping popcorn off my ceilings. Sanding that by had hasn’t been fun, so I appreciate these vids. Thanks!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thank you for watching!

[@karma3101]

Very informative video, I've decided to purchase a random orbital sander after watching this. Thanks.

[@ninajawnyj6091]

Im buying my 1st Orbital Sander thank you for the Tips!

[@miketony2069]

Nice video - came here after experimenting with my orbital sander and creating said dips and valleys in test pieces lol - I'll know how to avoid now :)

[@yvonnechristmas2616]

Great Teacher, gonna buy one tomorrow! I'm a little confused about vacuum hookup, but hopefully I can figure it out.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Just let me know if you have questions.

[@Positively_Bri]

I just wanted to know how to attach the sandpaper to the machine! I watched a whole other video on it and I still didn't know. Your video taught me that and so many more basics! Ready to get started! Hoping to get my door to be able to close.

[@ianbrooks7586]

Bloody perfect little tutorial mate, cheers!

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[@paulweller2329]

Thanks for the succinct tutorial! I'm gonna do my hardwood floors and didn't feel like renting and lugging around a hardware store rental. I've got both of these types and the orbital (circular) sander with 80 grit seems to be the answer...

[@cheungroy9006]

Very professional guy and good teaching video

[@journ-etv1664]

I learned so much I’m saving this video

[@FoodNotPharms]

You just disproved every bit of info my neighbor just told me. Thought some of her advice sounded incorrect. Thank you for reassuring me!

[@vincehernandez9653]

excellent info for knowing what to buy and how to use orbital sanders

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for watching!

[@brennancumberbatch1571]

Great demo man. God bless you and your family.

[@raimondariva9299]

Hello ,what is the attachment used to attach to the vacuum cleaner , where would I find it?

[@ToddSonne]

Great video, clear and easy to follow. At this rate I might actually have to do this without leaving it to my wife. Thanks though. Well done. God bless.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Nice! Thanks for the blessing.

[@stephencogerofficial]

Thank you so much. Just what I needed. Thanks for your greatly clear, concise work.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for the comment.

[@aftabmohammedify]

Clear, Short and informative. Thank you!

[@meandkg]

awesome video man, explained exactly what I was wanting to know

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad you liked it!

[@dolldenson]

Thank you that helped me a lot

[@Corman7088]

~~Yeah,I love my orbital. IF I use/need 60 grit? It's followed by 100,150,180&depending on what is? 220&maybe even 320 as well. With 80 grit it's 120,180 etc. ~~When I redid my coffee table w/birch top I used 320,400&600 glued&pressed over night to old discs before finished hand sanding w/800. Felt like glass&sure can imagine the results after doing two coats red mahogany stain that darkened it beautifully. Followed by coat wipe on Satin poly using 320&400 by hand between stains&after the poly before finishing w/3 light coats of laquer. ~~Definitely pleased,poured lil water out of curiosity/test&it beaded like the best ceramic ever.

[@danamask7028]

Love your content, have learned so much! Question… when using the orbital sander, what dictates the speed you should use? Mine has a variable speed, and I don’t know enough about these things to know if they all do. I will look for a more advanced video as well. Thanks!!!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Hello. Great question. 90% of the time you can keep it at full speed. You can dial it back as a way to slow down the amount of material it will remove.

[@laxminarayanagollapalli8362]

Clearly narrated. Useful. Thank you

[@jadethompson4062]

Really helpful. I'm going to be sanding and refinishing some internal doors and this has given me some much needed confidence!

[@TaqveemKhalid]

thanks, this is exactly what I was looking for, the difference between these two types of orbital sander. Now for me to start sanding!

[@lancelotslover3713]

Logical, essentialized, and succinct. Well done. Useful to me. Thank you. Question: Should I expect to be able to remove 1/16” to ⅛” height difference between joined plywood and hardwood with an orbital sander? Background: New purchase of Ryobi OS, used included sample of 80 grit to smooth joint between maple face frame and ¾” ply cabinet. 20 minutes of sanding with little result on hardwood. My technique was as you describe, so I don’t think that was the issue. Used to hand sanding; I often use 60 grit and have better results than I did with the OS. I wonder if the sample paper is inferior, or I expect too much from an OS.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I'm not sure what's going on. A random orbital should have no problem removing that amount of material. If you want to find me on Instagram, you can send me a photo/video of what you are working on, and I might be able to help you better.

[@jamesharper8373]

Keeping the dust bag clean?

[@jackiekaufman6082]

I definitely need to know more about the hose and vac attachment I have to much dust

[@andrearomano4871]

Thank you. Can you use this on a fibreglass pool?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes you can!

[@-LunerLight-Dragons-]

Thank you for your videos!! They’re my favorite to learn from!!

[@carasmussen27]

Thank you. Just starting out and this was extremely informative. I have subscribed and will watch more videos. Now back to sanding.

[@ALmizzle415]

Useful beginner tips Love the video will be looking for this channel a lot more.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for watching Alex!

[@monicawhitfield9289]

You are my go to man, you really do a good job..

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Awe, thank you!

[@opokph3899]

Thank you for differentiating both squre and cicle sander. Thumbs up and subscribed. Well explained. Nice

[@jenniferhoneycutt2419]

Thank you, thank you for showing this "newbie" girl how to load the paper with the holes to collect the dust. The paper instructions just did not make sense to me. Now,..........off to sand!

[@yajairalantigua8452]

Great video for beginners like me thank you so much!!

[@nessbrooks6442]

Josh, thank you so very much for sharing your talent.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

My pleasure!

[@SAZIZMUSIC]

What a great channel!! Thanks a lot 🤗

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Thanks for watching!

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[@jTempVids]

Great Video. Just what I needed to know.

[@suidwesboytjie]

Hi... All the way from South Africa and just came across this video while searching to buy myself an orbital sander. Thank you for the tips and info and help me making a more informative decision. Do have a question though... What is meant by throwing discs?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I would think it means when the disc of the sander becomes loose and comes off the sander or an angle grinder. I've never seen it happen but I'm sure it can.

[@vamsikrishna7550]

Thanks for explaining us in simple manner

[@0the0ambient0]

Love how comprehensive this is. Thank you.

[@funstuffonthenet5573]

Can the random orbital sander remove paint and stain quickly? Or are you better off with an angle grinder with sanding attachment? I.e. a big project like sanding an entire deck because you can't use a stripper or power wash safely in the environment

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes it can

[@irishRocker1]

I have a Dewalt DWE6423 and I find it awkward to control. it tries to pull in different directions. sometimes it chatters a bit. I know you're supposed to let the weight of the sander do the sanding and not press etc. not sure if i need to adjust speed or or the work piece is too small. its a 125mm sanding pad but the piece I was sanding was 80mm, and 40mm. its hard to keep it centered and it seemed to work better on the top or the bottom of the disc etc.

[@tonyenkiducx]

How much pressure should I be applying to the sander? Can't seem to find any info on that, and I've had varying results depending on how much I apply.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Great question. I would say light to moderate pressure... no need to push down hard on a random orbit. If you find the need to push down to remove more material quicker, you should lower the grit of your sandpaper. Bottom line, let the machine do most of the work, you are there just to guide it. Hope that helps.

[@ashihtaka]

Excellent explanations for beginners

[@sherrybradshaw6504]

Great tips. Very helpful.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@leonorfrazier9741]

You explained this soooo welllll thanks from a beginner sander

[@bethzarin6439]

which sander is good to sand drywall connections and skim coated walls?

[@alexandrajames8734]

I've bought an old pine & kitchen table & chairs for the garden. I need to remove the old varnish so I can then paint everything. Will the random orbital sander be the right machine for the job?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Yes

[@khurramsarwar8448]

👍 to the point and comprehensive

[@aribethtyr2620]

Thanks bro nice and very informative video the holes on the sand paper for square sanders was total enlightenment 😂😂😂

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad you liked it

[@NormanFoxLee]

Thanks! Your video helped me a lot!

[@journ-etv1664]

This was a big help

[@randallcastillo2179]

Very interesting...great advise. Thank you.

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for watching

[@jimmynibbs6746]

Great tutorial

[@sethmasters2147]

Thanks! Im stupid I started with the first sand paper I grabbed which was 240. It took so long to sand and I didnt think anything of it. Now im using 80, lets goooo!!!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Let's go!! :)

[@violetblye3006]

Informative. Many thanks!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Thanks for watching!

[@flyinglenses4shini4]

I’d like to ask about the electrical sander would you get a machine that can function as both a sander and a polisher or would you rather get them individually? By The Way great video as you made it short and straight to the point

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I would get them individually. Thanks for the comment.

[@desahastie8237]

You explain beautifully. Thank you

[@zacharymaneja1207]

Thank you for the video! If the random orbital sander goes at random how does it prevent cross grain scratches?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Great question. Simple answer, because of the design/function of the random orbit. Now, some sanders are of course better than others at this, but the only time you have to worry about cross grain scratches now a-days, is if you are hand sanding. :)

[@zacharymaneja1207]

@@TrainingHandsAcademy Thank you so much!

[@marlenaconnelley4250]

Super video. Thanks!

[@RuthyBurgos1]

Thank you for taking the time to do this video, very helpful for my new sanding project.

[@hunter3176]

Thank you for the useful tips. one question, Is Orbital Sander good for both wood and car paint?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I'm not sure if it's good for car paint... I would think so?

[@keithmiklas2893]

Thank you! This is an excellent introduction. I was spending hours trying to remove a lot of material with an orbital. Now I know... it's time for a random orbital! XD

[@blakemanny]

Great video. Simple and covered all my questions. Thanks a lot.

[@mikek5631]

Great tips. Do you recommend starting the sander on or off the wood?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

off

[@adtymryd6295]

What is you reccomendation on sanding progression? You showed the numbers from 80 to 220 grits (6 steps), but can I do it like 80 - 120 - 180 and get great result while skipping the numbers between? I know I may sound like cutting corners or whatnot, tbh my sanding skills are at minimum, so I need your opinion to this...

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

You can totally do a 3 step sanding progression. I would probably do something like 120 - 180 -220.

[@LIVELIGHTPHL]

Which is better in polishing concrete? Thanks

[@araceliamezola2860]

My daughter wants a sander for Christmas but I’m not sure which one is best for her. She’s a beginner for sure but what she has in mind is to restore a round wood table. The table has scratches here in the there. So she wants to bring back it’s beauty. Any tips before I buy her one. Oh and does a sander also do a finish job.?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Hello. I've had really good luck with my Makita sander. amzn.to/2KPz8nt No, the sander only prepares the surface for finish.

[@rasmusmalgerudbjorgell7329]

Hi, thanks for informative video! Just like to ask about the piece below the wood to keep it in place, got a link to that? Seems very useful. Thanks!

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

here you go... amzn.to/3GRMPdO

[@marcuspoisson5996]

Thanks! Great video

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad you liked it!

[@jerurenteria325]

Excellent. Thank u!

[@icberg2glac]

Good info! I’m sanding 1x4s. for a closet project. Do I have to use three different grits of sandpaper?

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Are you staining or painting?

[@jobgraciabargamento3197]

Thank you for sharing your idea sir.

[@kas8887]

Very good video. Many thanks

[@toolsworldcpe4949]

Do we need to exert certain amount of pressure when using the sander ? ? ? Or should we just allow to sander to run smoothly ? ? ? Thanks . .

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

That is a great question! Most of the time all you need to do is add a little pressure and then let the sander do the rest. The more pressure you add the more material it removes.

[@toolsworldcpe4949]

@@TrainingHandsAcademy Ok thanks for the answer :)

[@LanaKaneSocks]

great video, pencil tip! thanks

[@loritheisen8189]

You rock. Helpful

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

I'm glad you think so. :)

[@paulseizert6603]

Perfect video

[@onoreas5059]

Great video. Thank you

[@speway]

Awesome vid.

[@fatimazahra-qc9cl]

Very helpful video...thanks

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Most welcome

[@shirleystrange7444]

Helpful. Thank you!

[@alexmcnuggets4984]

What about a corner sander like the warrior from harbor freight. Will that work for normal sanding or is it like only for corners

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

It would kinda work for normal sanding but it's best for just corner work.

[@richardshort4587]

My biggest beef is the quarter sheet hole punching tool. The sandpaper holes closeup when sanding and dust collection almost stops completely. PITA

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Totally... poor design!

[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

Great tips

[@TrainingHandsAcademy]

Glad you think so!