Belt sander advice, cost?

[ntb]

I've a random orbit sander but realise a belt is likely to be useful living in an old house, for sporadic use.

As always I see I can spend £50-£250 so what should I bear in mind for domestic and garden use?

I have an old green Bosch and a much more recent Makita. The Bosch is insanely loud, painful to use without hearing protection. The Makita is much quieter although hearing protection still advisable. I suggest that you pay attention to the specs on noise before purchasing.

 

[d000hg]

Maybe you guys could put your knobs back in your pants?

Nobody asked about floor-sanding anyway.

 

[Roger928]

Nobody asked about floor-sanding anyway

These are great for sanding wood floors....