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    Get in Shape with Sanding Sponges(Post)

      At 2Sand.com, we know all too well that there is no single tool or product that will fit all of your sanding needs. That is why we strive to offer as wide an array of abrasive supplies as

    Keep It Clean!(Post)

    Keeping your sanding supplies clean during use not only saves time and money but also improves finishes. Clogged abrasives result in particles that are no longer uniform in size; this can l

    RJ Speaks to Quality(Post)

    In this issue of the blog, we talk again with RJ Stroman, President of 2Sand.com about why you get what you pay for in abrasives.Question: Why is is that different brands of sandpaper can leave better

    Large Batch Profile Sanding(Post)

    In our previous blog post, Update Your Profile Sanding, we shared some ideas for making custom shaped sanding pads for finishing moldings, trim work and other profiles. These card, foam and body pu

    ​Sanding the Details(Post)

      Regardless of the medium you generally work in, at some point you will find yourself trying to sand, buff or polish a small detail that is difficult to reach. It may be the inside edges of

    Shop Made Custom Sanding(Post)

    The other day I was using FastCap's Kaizen Foam to create a new box for storing my molding head cutter set. I had several scraps left over and it occured to me that these could be pretty easily shaped

    A Gift of Plans for Your Gifts(Post)

    As of this writing, there are 42 shop (not shopping) days until Christmas. If you are organized and on top of your game, you have everything finished and waiting to be wrapped. If you are like m

    Just Smaller Scratches(Post)

    We have been spending some more quality time with RJ Stroman, President of 2Sand.com. (and other sanding supply sites, but that is for a future blog post) RJ has been answering customer questions abou

    Use Guide Coat to Attain a Flawless Finish(Post)

    Anyone who has applied a finish to anything has uttered the phrase, “Uh-oh, missed a spot”, then had to start sanding all over again. Try as we may, scratches and blemishes can be very hard to s

    Build a Mop Sander, Part 1(Post)

      The Team at 2Sand is beginning to believe that Cloth Shop Rolls may be the most versatile form of sanding supplies. In previous blogs we have used it to make a custom drum sander for the lath

    Supply Chain Shortages(Post)

    We certainly don’t need to tell any of you that the world’s supply chain is a challenge right now. When even Amazon has trouble getting and delivering products on time, people notice. And, of cours

    An Interview with RJ Part 2(Post)

    In the last blog post, we had RJ Stroman, owner of 2Sand.com in the hotseat answering some common sanding questions. We continue that conversation in this post!Question: I notice that there are diffe

    PSA or Hook & Loop?(Post)

    The vast majority of sanding discs are available in both self adhesive (PSA) and Hook & Loop (H&L) forms, and for many people, which they prefer is almost as hot a topic as their favorite sports team.

    Building the Sanding Center Pt. 1(Post)

    With fall here and time opened back up for shop projects, the building of the sanding center can commence! In order to keep this as easy and economical as possible, I am using common stock available a

    Sanding Belt Block Sander?(Post)

    Sanding blocks come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and materials. In past issues of this blog we have shown methods for making custom sanding blocks from auto body filler to packing foam to a deck of p

    Sanding Storage: Designing Disk Holders(Post)

    With the basic layout of the sanding station completed, I next turned to designing a holder for sanding disks. Ideally, they would store flat with a weighted plate on top to keep them flat, but that d

    Clean Cuts = Less Sanding(Post)

    In an ideal world, sanding is a finishing task only. A real drywall pro can 'mud' the screws and joints on a wall so that it requires just a quick sand before painting. I typically have to sand and re

    sander pad protector tips interface pads(Post)

    Our last blog was an introduction to pad protectors. Now that you have a sense of what pad protectors are and why they're important, we are going to give you some tips about when to use a pad pr

    Building a Better Sanding Block(Post)

    Sanding blocks come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and materials. In past issues of this blog we have shown methods for making custom sanding blocks from auto body filler, packing foam, and a deck of

    Master the Belt Sander(Post)

    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

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