How to choose the best giraffe sander

First of all, it is important to understand that a giraffe sander is a tool designed to work in height, so you can reach areas that are difficult to reach such as walls and ceilings. It is a very useful tool for the processing of plasterboard and for the preparation of the walls for painting.

Here are some factors to consider when choosing a giraffe sander.

1. Motor power

A giraffe sander must have a powerful engine that can manage the work on a wide range of surfaces. It is recommended to look for a giraffe sander with a power of at least 500 watts.

2. length of the telescopic tube

It is important to choose a giraffe sander with a telescopic tube that extends enough to reach all the areas you want to smooth. It is recommended to look for a giraffe sander with a adjustable telescopic tube that extends to at least 1.5 meters.

3. Weight

Since a giraffe sander is designed to work in height, it is important to choose a light and handy model. It is recommended to look for a giraffe sander with a weight less than 5 kg.

4. Plator diameter

The plater is the part of the sander that comes into contact with the surface to be smooth. It is recommended to look for a giraffe sander with a plater of at least 225 mm in diameter.

5. Aspiration system

Since plasterboard processing can produce a lot of dust, it is important to choose a giraffe sander with an effective suction system to keep the work area clean. It is recommended to look for a giraffe sander with an integrated suction system.

After evaluating these factors, here are some giraffe sander options available on the market:

Stanley Sfme500s-QS plasterboard sander: this giraffe sander has a power of 500 watts, a telescopic tube adjustable up to 1.8 meters and an integrated suction system. It is available at the price of 217 €.

Planex Festol sander: this giraffe sander has a power of 400 watts, a telescopic tube adjustable up to 1.65 meters and talk about the top of the range.