Each type of surform tool is designed for a slightly different purpose and to be used in a different way. The different types include a file, a plane, and a shaver.
Surform file
A surform file is often considered a combination of a regular file and a rasp.
It is designed for cutting very fine amounts of material from a workpiece, but at a very fast pace, allowing a user to shape the surface of an object effectively.
Different types are available, including flat and rounded versions. For more information, see What is a surform file?
Surform plane
A surform plane is used to flatten and reduce the thickness of a piece of material.
It is ideal for creating horizontal, vertical and inclined flat surfaces on a workpiece.
Different types of surform plane are available, such as flat and block types. For more information, see What is a surform plane?
Surform shaver
A surform shaver is ideal for small or awkward cuts, when a larger surform tool may not be appropriate.
It is commonly used for stripping paint from a surface or smoothing down filler and plaster. For more information, see What is a surform shaver?
