Choosing Abrasive
For sanding wooden floors, we offer a series of 4 different grades (grits) of abrasive.
- 24 grit
- 40 grit
- 80 grit
- 120 grit
Firstly...
Choose the abrasive you want to start sanding with. This decision should be based on the condition of the wood.
If the wood is uneven and has not been sanded or stripped previously you probably need to start at the coarsest grit abrasive, 24 grit.
If the wood is not in too bad condition or has been sanded/stripped previously, starting at 40grit or even 80grit may be an option.
Your initial aim should be to make the floor flat and true. If the wood is uneven then you will not get the abrasive to sand the floor evenly.
Hint: Use the finest grit possibly at all stages of the process.
Hint: Don’t skimp on abrasive use.
Change abrasive regularly to sand efficiently, avoid machine damage and leave a good quality finish.
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