MARSHALLTOWN sander, made of sturdy aluminum, but not heavy: a rubber cushion is glued to the aluminum base so that sanding is even and does not damage the surface. The sandpaper clamps quickly and securely fix the paper so you don't have to constantly correct it. Here's the interesting thing - this sander, has threads for attaching to a rod, which means you'll be able to reach the ceiling or hard-to-reach places. The work surface size is 9-3/8- by 3-¼ inches. If you're planning a serious drywall repair - take a closer look at this tool, it can make your job a lot easier.