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Cutting Half LapsBase frame attachedBase Frame AttachedHere at 2Sand.com our Downdraft Sanding Center build finally moves forward again! Things have been very busy and the build was put on hold for a

Fortunately for our industry (not to mention our sanity) most commercial belt and drum sanders have become standardized so that they all take belts of standard sizes. But there are still a great many

  You may have noticed that most  electric sanders are single speed, even some of the high-end expensive brands. But the Mirka DEROS random orbit sander features seven speeds from 4,000 to 10,0

After fixing the expired PSA adhesive used to make the custom power profile sanding block in a previous 2Sand blog, it was time to take it for a test drive. So I turned a small walnut bowl with some s

In the last blog post we got the cabinet sides attached to the back. If you are building along, you'll have noticed that this sub-assembly is pretty flimsy, so it is time to add a top and bottom deck

In previous blogs we talked about how "sandpaper" is not just sheets and disks; that got me thinking about the 1" wide rolls, and how they can be used to solve finishing issues around the shop.Having

Winter Woodworking Projects: How to Sand and Build Successfully in Cold, Dry Weather When the cold months arrive and the days get shorter, many DIYers and professionals turn their attention indoors.

While contemplating new ways to use the roll sandpaper we keep on hand for lathe work, we hit on the idea of making our own flap sanding wheels. In Part 1 of this series, we showed you how to layout a

Ok, time for a "mea cupla". In the previous few blogs I've been sharing how I made a custom power sanding block for use on my bowl turnings. After being gone from my shop for two weeks, I found that t

  We are all aware that the grit numbers we use when selecting our  sanding supplies relate to the size of the abrasive particles. Generally, this harks back to the number of particles in a

Firms that manufacture and/or finish large amounts of moldings have dedicated machines for sanding them. These machines often use replaceable sanding heads, each one shaped to match the profile b

  Father’s Day is coming up again, and no, I don’t really think you Dads (or Granddads) will get the cool sanding supplies you really want. Your gift will likely be another tie or bath

Sandpaper and Abrasive SheetsWhile "sandpaper" is the generic term for abrasive sheets, it obviously does not describe all the various types of sanding supplies available! Sanding sheets may be paper,

Working with epoxy resin can feel like melding glass to whatever shape suits your fancy. At the same time, even the most airtight molds can leave epoxy resin projects with sharp or rough edges. The go

  While the mess of sanding and finishing is easiest to contain in a dedicated workshop space, some jobs just require working in place and the wood countertop shown is just such a project. Removi

Sand and glass go hand-in-hand, but can you sand glass? After all, glass is one of the most delicate and fragile materials, and taking sandpaper to that glossy shine can immediately dull it. You may b

Drill press mounted drum sandersDrill press mounted drum sanders are excellent for sanding inside curves, but to get a really smooth outside curve requires a flat surface to sand on. Not having the sp

The open pores of woods like walnut or oak must be filled before a truly fine finish can be acheived. Even with extensive sanding and several coats of finish, the open pores will be felt through the t

We've talk a fair amount about storing sanding supplies, there is even a photo album on our Facebook Page where friends posted their storage ideas. So in the next several blog posts, we will be develo

We scour the net in an effort to bring you news and information on sanding. The good folks at Woodworkers Guild of America (WWGOA) have a great blog and are kindly allowing us to share some of their s