For refinishing wood floors, it is recommended to start with a coarse grit sandpaper, such as 36 or 40 grit, to remove old finish and level the surface. Gradually move to finer grits, such as 60, 80, and 100, for a smoother finish. Finish with a very fine grit, like 120 or 150, for a polished look.
For refinishing hardwood floors, it is recommended to start with a coarse grit sandpaper, such as 36 or 40 grit, to remove the old finish and level the surface. Then, progress to finer grits like 60, 80, and 100 for smoothing and finishing the wood.
The recommended sandpaper grit for deck refinishing is typically between 60 and 80 grit for initial sanding to remove old finish and smooth the surface, followed by 100 to 120 grit for a finer finish before staining or sealing.
For removing stain from wood, start with a medium grit sandpaper, such as 80 or 100 grit, to effectively strip away the old finish. You can then progress to a finer grit, like 120 or 150, for a smoother finish before refinishing the wood.
The higher the number code printed on the back of all sandpaper the finer the grit. With a little practice you can begin to understand what grit is appropriate for any given job. For instance, I refinish hardwood floors and it requires three courses of sanding. To help quickly remove an old finish from hardwood floors I start with a very course #20 sandpaper. It is so rough that it removes a large amount of material pretty quickly. Then, when I have sanded the floor down to bare wood I "step up" to 60 grit sandpaper. Once I've gone over the entire floor with the 60 grit I "step up" again to the finer 100 grit paper. When refinishing wood floors or furniture it is necessary to use several courses of sanding to help remove the deep scratches created by the rougher grits of sandpaper. I hope this helps. John
For polyurethane, it is recommended to use a fine grit sandpaper, such as 220 grit, to achieve a smooth finish.
To effectively sand cabinets for refinishing or painting, start by removing all hardware and cleaning the surface. Use a medium-grit sandpaper to remove the existing finish, then switch to a fine-grit sandpaper for a smooth finish. Sand in the direction of the wood grain and wipe down the cabinets with a tack cloth to remove dust. Repeat the process until the surface is smooth and ready for refinishing or painting.
For glass bottles, it is recommended to use a fine grit sandpaper, such as 220 grit or higher, to avoid scratching or damaging the glass surface.
When sanding brake pads, it is recommended to use a fine grit sandpaper, such as 220 grit or higher, to avoid damaging the brake pads.
To effectively sand wood, you should use a medium grit sandpaper, such as 80 to 120 grit, to remove rough surfaces and imperfections.
For sanding a deck, it is recommended to use a medium grit sandpaper, such as 80-120 grit, to effectively remove old finish and smooth out the surface.
For effectively removing stain from a surface, start with a medium grit sandpaper, such as 80-120 grit, to strip away the top layers of the stain. Then, switch to a finer grit sandpaper, like 150-220 grit, to smooth out the surface and remove any remaining residue.
For removing a stain from wood, start with a medium grit sandpaper like 80 or 100 to effectively remove the stain without damaging the wood. You can then progress to a finer grit sandpaper for a smoother finish.