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2Sand, We Have a Problem!(Post)
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 ...
Size Matters When Sanding, but Quality Matters Even More(Post)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 par ...
Update Your Profile Sanding(Post)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 ...
Sandpaper, Abrasives, and Sander History(Post)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 ...
Why are Dads so hard to buy for? - Thoughts from a woodworker(Post)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 o ...
How to Sand Epoxy Resin(Post)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 g ...
​Refinishing in Place - Part One of a Countertop Sanding Project(Post)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.
Lathe Disk Sander Pt. 1(Post)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 s ...
How to Sand Glass(Post)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 ...
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 ...
Organizing My Thoughts on Organizing My Sanding Supplies.(Post)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 devel ...
Slurry Sanding(Post)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 ...
