Surface preparation

Achieve the perfect finish with our range of machine surfacing tools

Enjoy a truly perfect finish with Festool’s wide range of sanding, polishing and brushing tools.

Whether you are looking to achieve a precise, sanding pattern or are in pursuit of blemish removal from rougher surfaces, our state-of-the-art range of high-quality machine surfacing tools will accomplish exceptional results.

From rotary sanders and brush machine models to belt sanders, Festool’s selection of specialist tools have been providing exceptional grinding solutions for over 60 years.

Exceptional cordless sanding range of products and finishes

No matter what your project requirements are, our wide range of cordless sanding products are sure to deliver the perfect finish. From coarse sanding, delta sanding and fine sanding through to polishing, we have the professional tools to perfectly match your project needs.

Rotary sanders

Offering polishing solutions for plastic, metal, paint and varnished surfaces, our collection of rotary sanders boasts a host of features together with rotary motion for efficient removal of material. Among these features are dust extraction, a compact design for ease and ergonomic grip, and FastFix interface for working in corners.

Belt sanders

Our belt sanders offer the perfect solution for blemish removal on large flat surfaces. Regardless whether your project involves coarse, fine or linear sanding, you’ll locate the perfect match with our belt sanders. Laborious reworking is eliminated thanks to their strong motor pulling force and well-balanced centres of gravity which deliver added convenience and safety.

Orbital sanders

Our range of specialist orbital sanders offer solutions for both rough surfaces or fine sanding. Our robust range of heavy-duty orbital sanders efficiently remove material located on larger surface areas. Alternatively, if your project requires fine sanding, we boast a range of lightweight, hand-held models perfectly suited for more intricate areas.

Switch tasks quickly with FastFix and StickFix systems - only with Festool

Efficiency, productivity and quality results are what drives us at Festool, and this is achieved through the effective co-ordination of our grinding systems.

Our state-of-the-art FastFix and StickFix systems enable switching quickly and efficiently between tasks, enabling you to focus on the job in hand. FastFix enables tool-free plate changing and the grinding system can be easily swapped with the StickFix system. This quick and easy transition enables greater productivity, accessibility and high performance.

Achieve consistent high-quality results with MULTI-JETSTREAM principle

Festool’s unique MULTI-JETSTREAM offers an integrated dust transport system for all machine surfacing tools with a diameter of 150mm. Both the supply and exhaust air are used to transport the sanding dust to the extraction channels. This ensures that the sanding surface remains dust-free and achieves consistently high-quality sanding results.

Application examples
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Sanding/Brushing
Sanding wood with the belt sander
This application example explains how to cleanly sand wood step by step with the belt sander. Suitable belt sanders are the BS 75 E or the BS 105 E used with the RUBIN 2 abrasive belts with P40 to P150 grit. This example illustrates the process with a wooden material that is fixed in place.
Sanding/Brushing
Guide to sanding old paint and varnish and preparing surfaces for new coatings
Even with the best care and attention, coatings on doors, windows and furniture wear away over time – paint and varnish can tear, flake and lose its shine. This guide makes it simple to remove paint from wood and to give surfaces a new lease of life with a fresh coat of paint. The ROTEX eccentric sander can be used to sand off old paint efficiently, quickly and with hardly any dust.
Sanding/Brushing
Sanding mineral material panels to a semi-matt finish
This application example describes how to sand GetaCore® mineral material panels, or similar, which are to be used as a high-quality surface material for interiors. The mineral material panel is first coarse sanded before being fine sanded to the desired finish. The process is explained according to the colouring and the required result.
Sanding/Brushing
Sanding door frames to remove paint from doors (internal or external doors)
To prepare wooden doors for a new coat of paint, you should first carefully sand off any impaired coatings. This application example describes a quick and clean method for achieving an accurate result with coarse and fine sanding. Intermediate sanding for a new coat of paint is also explained.
Festool Blog
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NEWS
Unlimited power – on all substrates
Festool guarantees unlimited power with the new surface-restoration grinder: Its brushless EC-TEC motor boasts impressive performance with outstanding, constant power – and all with no risk of overheating. It is perfect for carpenters, painters, parquet flooring and floor layers as the new powerhouse achieves perfect substrate preparation in no time at all – effortlessly and without interruptions.
NEWS
A revolution in dry mortarless construction
From october 2020, Festool is releasing a newly developed long-reach sander onto the market. The new PLANEX long-reach sander is set to revolutionise the sanding of walls and ceilings. The circumferential LED light ring highlights unevenness when sanding, thereby preventing the need for costly reworking.
WORK
From love to wood
When Lisa Marie Martach and Ricarda Mayer approach a project with their joinery and interior design company, Allgäuer Holzliebelei, they create unique furniture from reclaimed wood and solid wood with passion, skill and ingenuity. We went to visit the two creative carpenters in the Allgäu region of Bavaria.
KNOW HOW
Proper door refurbishment
The ETS EC 150 eccentric sander and LS 130 DUPLEX linear sander create the optimal surface for restoring old doors. Together with the CT MIDI compact dust extractor, they form a clean trio. We’ve compiled step-by-step information on what you need to take note of and from which tools and motions you can get the best results.