I'm new to plastering and hoping to take a class with Doyle in the fall. But until then, I would like to know a little about sanding plaster. What is the best way to sand, by hand or electric sander? Do you use orbital or 1/2 sheet sanders? How do you keep the dust down? Do you purchase sander with dust collector or get a backpack dust collector? So many questions and so little time.

Rusty

Hello Rusty
I prefer not to sand, but inorder to give you advice I would need to know what plaster you are using, which coat you need to sand Feel free to call me @770-438-0870 or post here.
Doyle