Sanding Steps for Various Finishes

FINISH	MICRON PAPER	P GRIT PAPER
Matte	80, 60 Maroon Scothbrite	P150, P240, Maroon Scotchbrite
Satin	80. 60. 40, 30	P150, P240, P320, White Scotchbrite
Semi-Gloss	80.60.40.30.15, White Scotchbrite	P150, P240, P320, S400 (platin)
High Gloss	80, 60, 40, 30, 15, Rubbing Compound	P150, P240, P320, S400, S500, S1000 & higher
*Use 100 Mic	or P80 Grit for really bad scratches	or cleaning off glue

Festool – 6″ Rotex Sander

Use 100 Grit paper in Direct Drive (Up position) for Seams and Deep Scratches. Then for

finish sanding, switch to Random Orbit. Start in the corner of the project and evenly

and consistently rotate through all areas with each Sandpaper grit. Between paper

changes, wipe off the surface.

Quad Master Sander

This 15″ Random Orbit Sander is perfect for larger surfaces (islands, conference

tables, transaction tops, etc) it provides an even, consistent finish.

Gem Sander

When you have a really dark color, use a 6″ Sander to sand down to S500. Then

switch to the Gem Sander using Trizact paper – use Blue (A-10) and then

Orange (A-5). Lastly, buff with 3M-05955 Heavy Duty Rubbing Compound

2 to 3 times over the entire top with a polishing bonnet.

Dynabrade 5″ Air Sander

Use the 5″ Dynabrade and the Radius Pad for Cove. Use 100M, 80M, 60M

Dynabrade 3.5″ Air Sander

Use the flat pad for Sinks, Corners, underneath edges and to get the glue

line out of sink. Use 180 Grit and 220 Grit self stick paper (rolls of 100)

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