For anyone who works with wood, including carpenters, cabinet makers, wood floor refinishers, and DIYers, belt sanders are indispensable because they can quickly smooth rough wood surfaces. We ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Belt sanders are useful tools for both DIY and professional projects, from furniture making to floor installation. If you're looking to add a ...

Build a narrow belt sander that works great and won’t cost a lot of money to build. A narrow belt sander is a multipurpose tool that’s ideal for woodworking tasks as well as metalwork. Learn how this ...

We’re big fans of belt sanders here at Popular Mechanics. When the tool is properly built and you know how to use it, it’s versatile and powerful, capable of de-burring metal, sanding wood, and ...

This video shows how to diagnose and repair common belt sander problems, from alignment issues to tracking errors.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A quality belt sander is an incredibly useful tool to have in your collection. It might not be as good for subtle detail work as a random ...

Remember the column Lil' John Buttera wrote (HRM April '85) about making parts with machine tools that will last you a lifetime? You know, the one about using a band saw, a drill press, and a belt ...