If you started with 80-grit paper, skip to 120-grit paper, or if 100 then to 150. Finally, sand with 220-grit sandpaper. For most types of wood, this is the finest grit you'll need.

Question: What is it meant by the term “grade of abrasive paper,” “raising the grain,” and why is it done? Answer: The “grade” (or grit) of abrasive paper (sandpaper) refers to the ...

Generally speaking, 30- and 60-grit papers are used for rough sanding, 100- to 150-grit sandpaper is for medium sanding and 220-grit sandpaper is used for finish sanding.

Generally speaking 30- and 60-grit papers are used for rough sanding, 100- to 150-grit sandpaper is for medium sanding and 220-grit sandpaper is used for finish sanding.

Grit numbers range from 24 (extra-coarse) all the way up to over 1000—though most home improvement projects use sandpaper in a much smaller range, from roughly 60- to 360-grit.

There are an overwhelming number of sandpaper choices, but only three of them will be used for most of your woodworking projects. By Timothy Dahl Published: May 23, 2016 9:05 AM EDT Gear-obsessed ...

A 220-grit paper might have pieces that match finely ground pepper. Look at an individual piece of sandpaper and you’ll notice the particles are just about all the same size. This is by design.

If you want the most professional-worthy paint job possible, sanding your walls really is a must. Not only does it smooth out your surface for an even application, but it helps your paint to ...