Whether you’re prepping a rough wood surface or stripping an existing finish, an orbital sander achieves smooth, polished results. Unlike belt sanders that only move in one direction ...

At a glance, orbital sanders may seem similar to palm sanders, as they're often small enough to hold either in your hand alone or in a grip. The big difference is the base of the sander.

In these situations, one of the best (and quickest) solutions is to use a random orbital sander—a power tool that features a sanding pad that simultaneously spins and oscillates (orbits ...