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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

Professional Cabinet Sanding Equipment In woodworking and cabinetry, every intricate detail matters, and sanding is the pivotal step in ensuring your surface transitions go from raw to refined. That’s only possible when you have the right tools. Professional sanding equipment includes a wide range of items. These tools include machines that facilitate precision sanding, sandpaper […]

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 […]

Choosing The Right Professional Deck Sanding Equipment

As a deck professional, you need the right sander to do a great job. With so many options available, it can be challenging to know which tools are best for you. That’s why we created this comprehensive guide. In this article, we’ll discuss what to look for when choosing deck sanding tools and equipment. We’ll […]

How to Prepare and Paint Boats for Manufacturers

As a boat manufacturer, how you prepare and paint your boats affects the quality you can offer your customers and the efficiency of your business. A properly prepared, well-applied paint job makes for an attractive and long-lasting boat, protecting it from corrosion and sun damage. At the same time, you want to use cost-effective, efficient […]

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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