Introducing the GRANAT PROfile: The Ultimate Soft Foam Abrasive for Professional Finishers

Introduction to GRANAT PROfile

Festool has once again pushed the limits of innovation by unveiling the GRANAT PROfile, its first soft foam abrasive designed specifically for intricate surface preparation. This latest offering is set to revolutionize the way finishers, woodworkers, and painters approach detailed work. With its basis in Festool’s renowned GRANAT abrasives, the PROfile combines precision with durability, ensuring exceptional results on a variety of surfaces.

Designed for Versatility

The GRANAT PROfile is engineered to adapt seamlessly to complex shapes, making it an essential tool for professionals handling moldings, carvings, and other detailed surfaces that require meticulous attention. According to Rick Bush, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Festool, "After all, the sandpaper is what touches the surface, so it must be right. Now we have the solution engineered to tackle intricate detail-based sanding."

Key Features

1. Soft Foam Backing: The abrasive features a unique 1/2-inch (13 mm) soft foam backing that conforms perfectly to contours, edges, and profiles. This allows it to excel in sanding jobs where traditional abrasive sheets struggle, providing precision in applications such as molding and spindle preparation.
2. Premium Performance: True to the Festool name, the GRANAT abrasives are celebrated for their efficacy, and the PROfile edition upholds this legacy with its ability to deliver fast and consistent results across diverse materials, including wood, paint, plastics, acrylics, and fillers.
3. Adapted for Today's Finishes: The abrasive is ideal for tackling a variety of finishes, from tough clear coats to delicate surfaces, offering smooth and professional results in even the most hard-to-finish areas.
4. Variety of Sizes: The product will be available in five different sizes—5 inches, 6 inches, and rectangle shapes (3”x5”, 4”x6”) as well as a 3”x4” delta shape. This range of options makes it easy for professionals to select the perfect abrasive for any job.

Pricing and Availability

The GRANAT PROfile will be hitting the shelves on November 13, 2025, with prices ranging from $20.00 to $32.00 depending on the size and grit level. Customers can choose from three grit options: Medium, Fine, and Superfine. Furthermore, mixed packs will be available, offering various grit levels across sizes for maximum versatility.

Conclusion

As Festool celebrates a century of innovation in 2025, the introduction of the GRANAT PROfile stands as a testament to its commitment to excellence and advancement in the field of power tools. With a focus on enabling professionals to work more efficiently and achieve impressive results, Festool reinforces its mission, which is simply, "Built Better To Build Better." To learn more about this exciting new product and the future of Festool, you can visit their website at festool.com/grant-profile.

Whether you're a dedicated woodworker or a seasoned finisher, the GRANAT PROfile is engineered to meet your demanding needs, ensuring all your projects culminate in outstanding craftsmanship.