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How Interface Pads Affect Disc and Machine Performance

Interface pads, also called backup pads, offer a smoother sand and more flexibility for a variety of projects. The soft interface pad goes directly between the sander backing plate and the abrasive disk of a powered sander. Its main purpose is to provide an even sand for contoured edges or detailed projects, by creating a […]

Finding the Right Flap Disc for Your Project

Updated 3/12/2024 If you’re familiar with abrasive materials and their applications, you understand the importance of selecting the right materials. Flap discs are no exception. Choosing the best one is essential to ensure your project’s success. Manufacturers are creating new abrasive advancements, and the global abrasives market is set to grow to $64.81 billion by 2029. With […]

How to Use an Orbital Sander

You’ve been thinking of that wood or metal-working project for a while and now you’ve finally decided to get to it. That’s great! Let’s face it, though: For many of us, the most recent time we picked up a tool and started changing the shape of a piece of wood was high school woodshop. Even […]

How to Sand & Refinish Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors can be a beautiful addition to a home. They offer a warm and inviting feeling that puts many people quickly at ease. Over time, however, a hardwood floor can lose its luster. We’ve all seen hardwood floors that have been neglected. We’re left imagining how beautiful it could be if only it were […]

How to Resurface a Bowling Ball by Hand

Even though bowling has existed in one form or another for thousands of years, today’s modern version of the game didn’t evolve until over 100 years ago. That’s when bowling became standardized, with official rules being drafted and exact specifications being prescribed for bowling balls, pins and lanes. Although bowling has been around for many […]

Finish Cabinets Like A Pro: How To Choose The Right Sander For Your Job

All types and sizes of do-it-yourself projects exist in residential, commercial and recreational spaces and buildings. We like to do things ourselves to save money, expand our skillset and improve aesthetics, and the projects provide a sense of accomplishment as they feed our sense of adventure. DIY attention frequently turns to the kitchen and bathroom […]

Sandpaper Selection & Grit Guide for Auto Body Work

When the time comes to repaint a car, the task is more complex than just applying a new coat above the older paint job. In most cases, it’s best to remove the paint currently on the vehicle and start from square one. Therefore, any car owner considering a new paint job should at least understand the grit […]

Sanding a Deck

All exterior wooden structures have one thing in common: They all require maintenance. This is certainly the case for wooden decks. You’ll need to work to maintain your deck, and you may eventually even decide to restore it fully. The first step in this process is sanding it with a random orbital sander. A random […]

Boat Owner’s Guide: How To Prepare and Paint a Boat

Boats are exposed to a variety of elements and objects — water and all the vegetation and organisms that come with it, UV rays of the sun, extreme temperatures, sand, trailers, docks and more. It’s no surprise the paint on boats begins to crack and fade over time. When this happens, a fresh coat of […]

Boat Owner’s Guide: How To Paint The Bottom Of A Boat

Boat bottom paint is also known as antifouling paint and is specifically designed to prevent all of the seaweed, barnacles and other aquatic organisms from latching onto, and sometimes eating, your boat. The critical ingredient is biocide, a poisonous substance that kills the plants and organisms that try to latch onto the hull of your […]

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