Hyde Tools 09165 Dust-Free Drywall Vacuum Hand Sander with 6-Foot Hose

The vacuum sander worked very well on my newly plastered kitchen ceiling, leaving no dust at all. I frankly couldn't have asked for more. At the low price, the sander is a great tool for a homeowner, doing modest projects. There is nothing fancy about the sanding unit, but it does the job well.I had plastered the ceiling of our kitchen and needed to lightly sand the high spots. The sander hose easily connected to the hose of my shop vacuum, giving me about ten to twelve feet of hose length to work with on a low ladder. I used my own sanding screen, which went on easily. While not a fancy piece of equipment, the sanding unit worked well for my modest project. If one was doing a really large job, upgrading to a more professional sander would be good option. But for the price, this little unit worked well for me.The sanding unit has a setting to adjust the suction power, which I couldn't quite figure out. I might have to break the "male rules" and read the instruction sheet next time. I wish the unit was made in the USA.

I had some small projects inside the house that I have been putting off due to the fact that I hate cleaning up all of the drywall dust throughout the house. Bought this after reading the reviews and it proves to be well worth its cost. The design allows for 99% of the dust to be sucked into the shop vac making cleanup very easy. I wish I had bought this years ago. Great product and highly recommend. My wife did not yell at me about making a mess at all this time.

This tool works very well. If I were to do it again, I would upgrade to the model that can be mounted on a pole. Sanding a ceiling with this tool is a bit difficult.

Worked great for me. Finished job and there was no dust residue in room.

Despite a few negative reviews, I couldn't help but wonder if it would really work. I came back so many times, and finally just ordered it. It came fast along with other products I had ordered. First impression was wow, it seemed fairly sturdy and came with those extra fittings to help fit it all together. We have a sears craftsman 20 gal. wet/dry vac. and we were able to fit this on with the adapter. We also were able to use a hose off an old shop vac to make it even longer. These adapters were a life saver.I turned it on and started testing it out on a large area of drywall covered with joint compound that was dry. I was so amazed that I had to show everyone and get them to try it. My husband who had been negative about such a product came around to liking it. I mean, all us girls in the family will never live without it again. We almost want to buy another just in case this one happens to break so to have a backup. I like it that much. I like that as I'm checking the wall, it stays on the wall with suction. It frees my hands up, and I don't have to keep bending down repeatedly to pick it back up. Depending on what your doing the suction can also be adjusted. I didn't think I would actually care or need that function but I did. Once I moved into texturizing the wall it needed to be a bit lighter touch, and by adjusting the suction it made it perfect.The dust level was low, which is important with a little one in our home. We had put off a few projects for that very reason. I will still use caution, and proper airing techniques, but this product makes it a cinch to set up knowing I don't have to hang partitions like on a job site.I totally recommend this product for anyone who has to sand drywall, joint compound or anything like that. Also will be using it to sand a painted wall to degloss it. I think it was worth every cent.Update: I still own this product. It is still in good condition and we are using it for a room remodel/kitchen and family room. I still recommend this product. My son in law bought it when he saw mine and he doesn't regret his purchase either. As we like to say, the greatest gadget since razor blades. I still have no regrets on this purchase. Just wanted to let everyone know, it's holding up just fine for us.

it does help keep the dust down but there are a couple things i don't like. the first is one of the knobs to hold the screen on is under the vacuum fitting and almost impossible for me to use. this design makes no sense to me. my second complaint is the sanding screen that was included fell apart before i was done sanding a small area. the bold claim of the screen lasting longer then paper is hog wash. And the replacement screens are not cheap. my final complaint is that there should be a pivot where the hose attached so it can maneuver better.