Modern drywall tools are cost effective, widely available and easy to operate.
Pole sander drywall tools allow builders and decorators to sand walls, ceilings and floors with minimal effort and with some modern designs of sander without the need for a dust mask. Important factors to consider when selecting your pole sander drywall tool include head shape, flexibility, weight and overall cost.
VS733 Dry Wall Sander
The VS733 has an ergonomic vacuum handle that sucks away the dust produced during sanding, effectively erasing any worries about inhaling the dust -- even when you have the sander over your head. The vacuum handle also prevents furniture, clothing and carpets from becoming contaminated with dust particles and requiring expensive cleaning. The adjustable head pivots through the full 360 degrees for ease of movement, as explained by supplier Toolbank.
Anti-Flip Designs
A useful drywall tool to have at your disposal is a sander with an anti-flip head. This feature makes it more difficult for the head to turn the wrong way as you use the tool -- a common inconvenience with older designs of sander. One example of the anti-flip design is the "Better Than Ever" sander head and pole tool which has a 49-inch powder-coated aluminum pole. This example also demonstrates the clamp system used on many modern sanders, which allows you to change the sandpaper quickly and efficiently during a job.
Telescopic Pole Sanding
DDM's Drywall Pole Sander has three important features: an anti-flip mechanism, dust-free sanding and a flexible, adaptable 30-inch vacuum hose system. The telescoping pole attached to the sander during normal function also extends from 2 to 4 inches to make reaching corners of rooms and high ceilings straightforward. The sander's universal joint gives an extensive range of motion.
Fiberglass
Pay attention to the type of material used in the construction of the drywall sander; you may need to lift it regularly to complete a sanding project. Some sanders have flexible, extendable fiberglass handles that weigh less than aluminum constructions and may work better for jobs that require a great deal of reaching up. Look for a "flexilock" system, which enables you to select and then secure the head in a certain position while sanding a particular corner or area of wall. Once secured in the position you want, the pole and head remain fixed so you can sand without losing control.
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