Makita Sanding Discs
Makita sander pads keep your finish tidy and your sander working properly, whether you're keying paint, flattening filler, or knocking back timber.
When you're sanding all day, the right Makita sander discs and backing pad setup stops clogging, reduces swirl marks, and keeps the paper stuck on properly. Match the disc diameter and hole pattern to your Makita sanding pad, pick the grit for the stage you're at, and get the surface ready for paint, stain, or second fix.
What Jobs Are Makita Sander Pads Best At?
- Keying existing paint and varnish on doors, skirting, and trim so the next coat bites properly without cutting through edges.
- Flattening filler on refurbs and patch repairs, where the right grit progression keeps the surface level and stops you chasing dips.
- Knocking back timber on first and second fix joinery, taking out planer marks and rough grain before finishing.
- Sanding plaster and paint prep on site with holed Makita sandpaper, helping dust extraction work so you are not sweeping up for an hour after.
- De-nibbing between coats on spray and brush work, where a fresh Makita sander disc gives a cleaner finish and fewer swirls.
Choosing the Right Makita Sander Pads
Sorting the right one is simple: match the disc to your Makita sanding pad first, then pick the grit for the stage of the job.
1. Disc size and hole pattern
If the diameter or hole layout is wrong, your Makita sandpaper will not sit right and extraction will be poor. Match the disc size to the pad and make sure the holes line up so the dust has somewhere to go.
2. Grit choice for the job stage
If you are stripping or shaping, start coarser and accept you will need follow-up grits. If you are finishing or de-nibbing, go finer and let the disc do the work, because leaning on it just leaves swirls and burns through edges.
3. Paper type and clog resistance
If you are sanding filler, paint, or resinous timber, discs that resist clogging last longer and cut more consistently. If the disc loads up fast, you will feel it straight away because it starts polishing instead of cutting.
Makita Sander Pads and Sandpaper FAQs
Will these Makita sander pads and discs fit my sander?
They will if you match the disc diameter and the hole pattern to your Makita sanding pad. Do not guess, because a near match still gives poor extraction and the disc can sit off-centre.
Why does my Makita sandpaper keep clogging up and stopping cutting?
Clogging is usually dust not clearing, or the grit being too fine too early. Make sure the holes line up with extraction, keep the pad face clean, and step through grits rather than trying to do everything with one disc.
How do I stop swirl marks when using Makita sander discs?
Swirls come from pushing too hard, using a grit that is too coarse for the finish stage, or running a worn pad. Let the sander's weight do the work, move through grits properly, and replace the Makita sanding pad if it is damaged or uneven.
When should I replace the Makita sanding pad, not just the disc?
If discs are not sticking, the hook and loop is flattened, or the face is torn or lumpy, change the pad. A tired pad wastes discs and leaves a worse finish, especially on edges and flat panels.
Do I need different grits of Makita sandpaper for one job?
Yes, if you want a proper finish. Use a coarser grit to shape or strip, then step up through finer grits to remove the previous scratch pattern, otherwise you are just polishing deep scratches and they will show under paint or varnish.
Who Uses Makita Sander Pads?
- Decorators use Makita sandpaper daily for prep and de-nibbing because a consistent disc cuts clean and leaves a better finish under paint.
- Joiners and kitchen fitters rely on Makita sander pads for trimming, edging, and final rub-downs before oil, lacquer, or installation.
- Maintenance teams keep a stack of Makita sander discs in the van for quick repairs, patching, and making good without dragging out bigger kit.
The Basics: Understanding Makita Sander Pads and Discs
Most Makita sander discs are hook and loop, and the pad and holes are what make them behave properly on site. Get those wrong and you waste discs and time.
1. Hook and loop grip (why discs fly off)
The disc needs a clean, sharp hook surface on the Makita sanding pad to hold on. If the pad is worn or clogged with dust, the disc will not stick properly and you will spend the day re-seating it.
2. Dust holes and extraction (why it cuts faster)
When the hole pattern lines up, dust gets pulled away instead of packing into the grit. That means cooler sanding, fewer swirls, and Makita sandpaper that keeps cutting instead of glazing over.
3. Backing pad condition (why your finish goes patchy)
A damaged or uneven pad telegraphs straight through the disc and shows up as tramlines and uneven scratch patterns. If your finish suddenly looks worse with the same grit, the pad is usually the culprit.
Shop Makita Sander Pads at ITS
Whether you need a quick top-up of Makita sander discs for tomorrow's prep work or you are stocking the van with Makita sandpaper in a spread of grits, we have the range ready to go. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and set up for next day delivery so you are not stood waiting when the job is ready for finishing.
