Next up after looking at the category and the average prices, we thought it would be good to take a look at the brand, Bosch. There are several factors you need to consider before buying a detail sander that would be perfect for your needs. Here are the most important ones which will help you decide wisely- The design of this sander has been perfected over the years, and you can really tell. The shape fits the hand nicely, and there are several rubberised patches that fit your thumb and fingers to maximise grip and manoeuvrability. And even though it’s small, the sanding pad is an impressive 140 mm ² .

The Bosch PSM 100 A is probably the best detail sander for furniture restoration because it’s light, comfortable to use and comes in a sturdy Bosch blow moulded case. Let’s take a look at BOSCH PSM 100 A Multi-pad Sander in more detail and see what makes it worthwhile of a review score of 8.6 out of 10.Finishing sander: A finishing sander, as you might expect, is the one you need to put the finishing touches on a job. They come in different shapes and sizes which means you will sometimes see them described as palm sanders, and are ideal for working on flat areas before adding products like oil, wax and paint. Weighing in at 1.3 kg, this “naked” power tool isn’t supplied with batteries. But, it can be powered by any of the Bosch 18 V Power For All battery systems. You can save money if you’ve already bought into their power system though. The next step in the price analysis was to look at the average price you would typically expect to pay for Garden Power Tools and as Currys PC World was selected for this review we’ve used them for gathering our information on the average price of Garden Power Tools.

There were also a total of 267 products that were more expensive from Bosch and 6 that were cheaper. Price of Bosch products in the Garden Power Tools category Of the 167 products in the Garden Power Tools category, 149 were more expensive than BOSCH PSM 100 A Multi-pad Sander and 15 were cheaper. Prices from Bosch The on/off switch is placed right where the tip of your index finger rests, which saves you fiddling around when you need to turn it on. It’s lightweight at 950 g, and the 55 Watt motor gives you all the grunt you need to sand down furniture, surfaces, or just about anything else. Japanese tool manufacturer Ryobi have been providing clever solutions for DIYers since 1945. Famous for their ONE+ battery system, you can use just one battery to power almost any type of power tool or accessory you can think of. If there is power available then a corded sander makes life simpler in many ways as you don’t need to worry about charging batteries or replacing them when they are old. You just need to deal with a cable potentially getting in the way. How much do I need to spend?

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As is typical for this type of sander, the BO4556 is compact and lightweight with single-speed operation. It’s easy to use thanks to its toggle switch and soft non-slip elastomer grip, and even has an effective dust bag which isn’t a given for affordable finishing sanders. What’s more, you can make use of regular sheets of sanding paper via the simple clamp system. Everything about this sander is just a bit more beefed up compared with the BEW230 Mouse sander. It has a 120 Watt motor, puts out 14,00 rpm, and comes with a whopping nine sheets of sandpaper. One thing I really like about this sander is the fine detail tip that is great for getting into tight spots between bannisters, for example. The design is taller than corded sanders and you have to factor in the weight of the battery, which also gets in the way of the grip a fair bit, but it’s easy to use and offers three different speed settings giving you good control. A maximum speed of 11,000opm (orbits per minute) isn’t particularly high but the DBO180Z makes up for it somewhat with a large 2.8mm orbit diameter. Dust extraction is above average and the machine is quiet in operation. Power– The power of the motor of this mechanized tool also is an important factor. Difficult projects with longer working hours require more powerful motors whereas as if you’re are more of a hobbyist working for perfection in each of DIY projects then go in for the ones that have more control. A mouse sander would be a perfect choice in the case. Ryobi’s R18PS-0 is one of the best cordless palm sanders for DIYers I’ve got my hands on so far. It keeps up Ryobi’s reputation for solid, quality DIY tools that are surprisingly affordable. And if you’ve already got a Ryobi battery to hand, this “naked” palm sander is an absolute bargain.

If you have your heart set on a particular brand or even a selection of brands then we’d suggest you spend a bit of time writing up a list of the brands that you would happily buy. This can really help you in narrowing down the selection when it comes to choosing a product. For example, over at Currys PC World you can filter products by brand, so you could filter just to show the brands on your list. This is especially useful knowing that there are 167 Garden Power Tools to choose from at Currys PC World. Bosch offers a comfortable contoured shape with a soft grip and an easy-to-use toggle switch. The dust box is small but you can optionally attach the PSM 100 A to a vacuum cleaner for even less dirt. The triangular pointed shape of the sanding plate means you can get into corners and the plate can be rotated to extend its lifespan. Unlike many detail sanders, there’s a second section to the sanding plate for when more surface area is needed. The overall quality of any product is important, but it’s especially important when you’re considering Garden Power Tools. You’re making an important investment in this product so you want to be sure that it’s going to be durable and serve its purpose for a decent length of time. This is a handy little sander that is effective in sanding wood and paint before re-painting. I have had good results with this but I've noticed that although the finish is very smooth any swirls left by coarse sanding are noticeable after painting. I think you need to ensure they are completely removed by a fine grade sanding paper first but they are difficult to see. The pointed end enables the sander to get into places that a square or rectangular couldn't. Then we thought that we should be looking at Bosch Garden Power Tools rather than just looking at Garden Power Tools or just looking at Bosch products. By combining the two pieces of data it helps to ensure that the prices and analysis we’re carrying out is as accurate as possible and gives you the closest match to the average price of similar products to BOSCH PSM 100 A Multi-pad Sander as possible.This clever little sander is the latest version of the tried and tested B+D Mouse sander. The KA2500K Next Generation mouse sander is a more aggressive and harder working sander for when you need a bit more power. It’s a robust feeling palm sander that’s a bit taller and bulkier than the Bosch, but not so much that it’s uncomfortable to use. Weighing just over 1 kg with the battery installed means it’s easy on the arms. The rubber grips are comfortable enough and the power switch is easy to reach with one finger while in use. Consider the price. We’ll dive into a lot more detail on the price of BOSCH PSM 100 A Multi-pad Sander shortly, but in terms of quality, the obvious advice here is ‘you get what you pay for’. It’s really just being aware that if you’re buying the cheapest of the Garden Power Tools from Currys PC World you might not expect the same level of quality as you’d get from a decent quality product like BOSCH PSM 100 A Multi-pad Sander. Try to keep a firm, even pressure on the sanding pad to avoid creating ridges, and get the most out of each sweep of your hand.