News — Abrasives
Drum Sander Abrasives: Grits, Grains & Common Mistakes
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A practical guide to choosing the right drum sander abrasives, covering grain types, grit sequences, backing weights, and the common mistakes that waste rolls and burn wood.
Power Sanding in Woodturning: Techniques and Tips for Better Results
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A practical, expert-led guide to power sanding on the woodturning lathe, covering optimal lathe speed, the trailing angle technique, abrasive selection, grit progression, and essential dust safety advice for cleaner, safer results.
Indasa Pro XS Sander: The Complete Guide
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A hands-on guide to the Indasa E-Series Pro XS 150mm random orbital sander, covering specifications, 3mm vs 5mm orbit selection, dust extraction, Mirka DEROS comparison, and application advice for woodworkers, decorators, and marine users.
Nylon Web Sanding Discs: The Complete Guide to Non-Woven Abrasive Discs
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A complete guide to nylon web sanding discs covering construction, density grades, wood finishing applications, tool compatibility, and how they compare to traditional sandpaper, written from over 25 years of hands-on woodturning experience.
How to Sand a Wooden Bowl on the Lathe: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Flawless Finish
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A step-by-step guide to sanding wooden bowls on the lathe, covering the hybrid power-and-hand sanding method, correct RPM settings, grit sequences, interior techniques, and essential dust safety advice from a woodturner with over 25 years of experience.