Sanding a staircase - Best detail sander please

[rimexboy]

Hi all,

im about to start over the next few weeks my staircase.

I have used a heat gun not very impressed with it also ive used the normal nitromores and ive also tried parmose i think it is called that seams better than nitromores.

well i need to get it all back to bare wood steps and back and banister the lot...

i also have a selection of scappers too.

my question is whats the best and economical sander to use, i say this as some of the pads can cost a load of money..

im thinking more of a detail sander i already have a 3rd sheet sander.

many thanks simon

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well ive been busy wth work

[lutonlagerlout]

scrappers or scrapers simon?
I own one of these and find it a great tool for all sorts of awkward jobs
nitromorse just doesn't seem to work anymore for some bizarre reason?
when you factor in all your time,it may be better value to put in a new bannister and spindles
LLL

[local patios and driveway]

I got the adjustable heat gun from dewalt, runs to about 400 deg, its the mutts nutts when it comes to getting back to bare wood.

[RAPressureWashing]

We use Dewalt profile sanders for our decking work.

Re the nitromores it is like most stuff you buy off the shelf, it is being made weaker due to EU or some green party idea, that what is in it is bad for the world so don't seem to work as well.
You could try a product called Ezee Strip, not available in shops or the big sheds and not very nice to use,(can cause cancer) if not used properly IE PPE but will do the job.
PM me if you want details of when to buy.

[rimexboy]

Scrapers tony lol, I have a heat gun I think the detail sander is going to be my next purchase.

As for time I totally agree, all spindles removed as it was boxed in years ago also I'm happy to just change hand rail and other parts too to try and save some time.

Here is a picture of them




R&A Pm sent thanks for that

Thanks guys for your help

Simon

[rimexboy]

Ok I decided to order some kling-strip and put it on then covered the stairs in shrink wrap and then put a cover on it for a couple of days...



Will post in a few days with the results

Thanks Simon

[GB_Groundworks]

you could probably buy a new set of stairs for about £250-£300..... depending on the wood

[rimexboy]

Mine is a L shape to the right have you a link please

Thanks Simon

[Bob_A]

The parts don't look that little. Instead of a detail sander wouldn't a palm sander be better which is what is used on my staircase. I kept most of my stair parts but did by new spindles from a DIY shop.

[rimexboy]

The parts don't look that little. Wouldn't a palm sander be better than a detail sander which is what is used on my staircase. I kept most of my stair parts but did by new spindles from a DIY shop.

I've no idea I'm happy to put new spindles in it, the mrs wants plain wood with carpet up the middle I hope.

Thanks Simon

[Bob_A]

Palm sanders
http://www.screwfix.com/search.....size=20
A palm sander is usually 1/4 sheet size. If you're not worried by dust extraction ( I hold sander in one hand and a hoover in the other) cut a standard sheet paper into 4 pieces much cheaper than buying specific triangular sheets with the punched holes from the manufacturer.
I've got an old B&D Professional from the days when the Professional range where good quality.
If I was to buy again I may consider the cheapest one on that link, it has good reviews and I don't see myself using one that often.

[rimexboy]

Yer I'm not so sure they will get into the corners or not,

I want to get most or all the paint of with removers really as I would assume some paint is very old and contains lead.

Once I have most of it of I'm more than happy to spend time with a sander, but as for what one I'm just not sure.

I really don't want to end up with a sander like a printer where the ink costs more than the printer

Thanks simon

[Bob_A]

If you're doing corners I would think a square base would be better, I didn't have any problems.
Even if you have to occasionally sand by hand I'd imagine there shouldn't be much to do. You'll be suprised how much you can remove before hand with a sharp fine chisel.
I'd imagine the very tip of a triangular piece of sand paper would wear out in next to no time.

Alternatively carpet the full width of the stairs rather than the middle. It'll make them easier to keep clean.

[GB_Groundworks]

My mums got stair runners with the bars but stairs are white glossed where not carpeted

[rimexboy]

Thanks guys maybe I should get my mrs to have a chat with your mum gb lol
As for the sander I have a mate who has a little square 110v sander I will pop and see him for a lend

Thanks Simon