noun a person or thing that sands, especially a power tool used for smoothing surfaces by abrasion
In construction, sanders are used to prepare surfaces for painting or finishing.
In metalworking, sanders are used to remove imperfections or rust from metal surfaces.
In automotive repair and restoration, sanders are used to sand down metal surfaces for refinishing.
In woodworking, a sander is a tool used to smooth or polish wood surfaces by abrasion.
A sander may be used by a writer who also enjoys woodworking as a hobby, to smooth out rough edges on handmade furniture or other projects.
A sander is an essential tool for carpenters to smooth out surfaces of wood, such as cabinets, tables, and other furniture pieces.
A painter may use a sander to prepare surfaces before painting, by removing old paint or smoothing out imperfections for a clean finish.
An interior designer may use a sander to refinish or restore furniture pieces for a client's space, to achieve a desired aesthetic.