Key Features
Built for Oil FinishingThese white Vlies pads are made for the final polishing stage in the Surfix Oil Finishing System, helping spread oil and wax evenly for a more refined surface. 150 mm FitThe 6 inch diameter fits Festool 150 mm sanders, so you can use your existing machine for polishing and surface prep instead of switching setups. Multi-Jetstream PatternThe hole pattern is designed to improve dust extraction, which helps keep the pad working longer and the surface cleaner while you sand or polish.
Overview
Festool 496509 Vlies, White for 150 mm (6″) Sanders, 10-Pack is a polishing abrasive pad set for finish work on oiled and waxed surfaces. This is a polishing abrasive designed for final surface refinement and non-abrasive polishing on compatible 150 mm Festool sanders. Model Number: 496509. If you are using the Surfix Oil Finishing System or need a gentle finishing step before wiping off excess oil, this is the pad for that part of the job.
What matters here is that this is not a cutting abrasive for heavy stock removal. The white Vlies material is intended for even distribution and polishing of oil and wax, along with non-abrasive polishing without grit. In practical terms, that means it helps smooth out the finish process, improve surface penetration before wipe-off, and leave a more uniform look on the workpiece.
The 6 inch, or 150 mm, diameter makes these pads a direct fit for Festool’s 150 mm sander platform. That is useful if you already run an ES 150, ETS 150, ETSC 2 150, ETS EC 150, LEX 150, or HSK-D 150, because you can stay in the same system and move from sanding to finishing without changing tool sizes. For a shop already built around Festool sanders, that saves time and keeps the process simple.
Festool lists the abrasive quality as Vlies, while Tool Nut also notes a durable aluminum oxide fiber-mat construction used for cleaning, scouring, and scuff sanding across a wide range of materials. That broader use matters if you need one consumable that can handle light sanding, degreasing, or surface prep on wood, metal, paint, and even contoured surfaces. It is still best understood as a finishing and refinement pad, not a heavy sanding disc.
Dust collection is part of the value here too. Tool Nut notes a Multi-Jetstream hole pattern designed to improve dust extraction for longer abrasive life. On the bench, that means less buildup between the pad and the surface, better consistency while working, and less waste if you are running through a finish schedule on multiple panels or parts.
This 10-pack makes sense for cabinet shops, finish carpenters, woodworkers, and serious DIY users who do oil and wax finishing often enough to need the right consumable on hand. If you are trying to get a cleaner, more even finish out of your Festool 150 mm sander setup, these pads are the right kind of accessory. If you need aggressive cutting or defect removal, look elsewhere. If you need the last step to look better, this is the one.
Refine the Final Finish
These pads are made for the stage where the finish can either come together or get blotchy. Used with oil or wax finishing, they help spread material evenly and refine the surface before the final wipe-off.
- Designed for even distribution and polishing of oil and wax
- Non-abrasive polishing without grit for final surface refinement
Fits Your 150 mm Festool Sander
The 150 mm size keeps this accessory squarely in the Festool 6 inch sander platform. That means no guesswork on size matching when you are already set up around Festool finishing tools.
- 6 inch (150 mm) diameter
- Compatible with multiple Festool 150 mm sanders including corded, cordless, and pneumatic models
What’s in the Box
- (10) Festool white Vlies polishing abrasives, 150 mm (6 in)
Key Specifications
| Diameter | 6 in (150 mm) |
|---|---|
| Abrasive Quality | Vlies |
| Grit / Grade | White |
| Pack Quantity | 10 |
| Product Type | Polishing abrasive pad |
| Weight | 0.4 lb |
Compatibility
Compatible SandersFits Festool ES 150, ETS 150, ETSC 2 150, ETS EC 150, LEX 150, and HSK-D 150 sanders. Tool Size PlatformMade for 150 mm, or 6 inch, sander setups. Finishing System UseReplacement Vlies polishing abrasives for use with the Festool Surfix Oil Finishing System.
Built For
Woodworking Finish Carpentry Cabinet Shops Furniture Refinement Oil Finishing Wax Application Surface Prep DIY / Hobbyist
Pro Tip
Use the white Vlies pad at the final application stage, not the first one. Festool specifically positions white for final polishing, so if you are building the finish in coats, save these for the last pass when you want the surface to level out and look more even.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Small Accessory, Big Difference in Finish Quality
The Festool 496509 Vlies, White for 150 mm (6″) Sanders, 10-Pack is the kind of finishing accessory that makes sense the minute you start caring about how the final coat actually lays down.
- Who it’s for: Woodworkers, cabinet installers, finish carpenters, and anyone already running a Festool 150 mm sander for oil or wax finishing.
- Why it stands out: It is built for the final polishing step, fits a wide range of Festool 150 mm sanders, and adds the benefit of Multi-Jetstream dust extraction.
- Worth knowing: This is not your heavy sanding disc. It is for refinement and polishing, so buy it when the goal is a better finish, not faster material removal.
Common Questions
- What is this product used for? It is used for even distribution and polishing of oil and wax, along with non-abrasive final surface refinement.
- Will it fit my Festool sander? It fits Festool 150 mm sanders including ES 150, ETS 150, ETSC 2 150, ETS EC 150, LEX 150, and HSK-D 150.
- Is this a grit abrasive for heavy sanding? No. Festool identifies this as white Vlies for non-abrasive polishing without grit, making it better suited to finishing than stock removal.
- Can it help with dust extraction? Yes. Tool Nut notes a Multi-Jetstream hole pattern designed to improve dust extraction and extend abrasive life.
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