Its dust filter bag makes sure that there is only a minimum amount of airborne dust. It keeps your workspace mess-free. Equally critical are safety measures, ensuring both the preservation of the wood and the well-being of the individual. You should also consider the size of the discs of orbit sanders and random orbit sanders. For a belt sander, there are many standard sizes of belts that work well for most tasks. Speed If you have any cables attached to the skirting board remove the cable clips with a pair of pliers. Grips the nail in the clip and pull; if difficult to remove gently twist and pull.

It is best to go for an electric sander that has a lower vibration level. It ensures your safety as well as comfort. Moreover, it keeps your tool more durable. Dust collection becomes easier with this random orbit sander. Its cyclonic action dust box effectively collects dust. It makes it easier for you to clean. Gently tapping with a hammer should be enough pressure to get your chosen tool between the top of the skirting and the wall. Repainting or wallpapering –Many interior design projects will involve repainting or wallpapering walls. In these cases, removing skirting boards can often make the job easier and result in a cleaner finish. This is because it allows the decorator to paint or paper right down to the floor, thus creating a cleaner edge. Its design comes in an iron shape. It makes sure to send all the edges and corners closely. You can also access all the harder areas with this multi-sander. It is efficient for skirting boards.

Tools required for removing skirting boards

It also breaks the seal created by decorators caulk between the wall and the board. This is almost always used when decorating to create a clean finish and fill any small gaps that may be present and look unsightly. In some cases Skirting boards will be screwed. In this case you need to determine what type of wall it is fixed too, as this will affect the way you remove the boards. This could be on any type of surface, even a solid plastered wall. In this case pins will be enough to hold the board in place securely as the adhesive goes off and sets. If you're happy with the current skirting and just need to plaster the walls, it is possible to plaster up to the skirting.

There are many accessories available that you can use with a multi-tool sander. Some of them enable you to sand tiny areas of mortar and tile as well. Alternatively, if you are already certain nails are fixing the skirting board to the wall, you may prefer to locate and remove these first. This will make step 3 easier as the board may come off without the need of tapping the crowbar -risking breaking the plasterboard. If you decide to go for this, look for imperfections on the painting to locate the nails and break through the moulding with your drill and chisel. Once you can see the nails, use the claw hammer to remove them off the wall. This may seem laborious so we only recommend it if you are certain many nails are keeping the board attached to the wall. A heat gun is a tool that emits a stream of hot air, typically between 100°C and 550°C. This hot air softens the paint on wood surfaces, making it easier to scrape off. Materials and Tools Required: If decorators' caulk has been used to fill any gaps, get a Stanley knife and carefully run the blade between the skirting and the wall to cut through the caulk.

Another best feature is its system for Velcro fixation. It allows you to place your skirting boards securely and with ease. Additionally, it has two sanding plates: a rectangular and an iron shape. For really stubborn nails use an angle grinder or multi-tool to cut the nail tight against the skirting.