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Top 5 Reasons Why Table Saw Injuries Happen

Posted by Sandpaper America on Dec 9th 2020

Top 5 Reasons Why Table Saw Injuries Happen

From sliced fingertips to full-on amputations, table saws are powerful machines that require strict adherence to an internal safety code. If you own a table saw, it is vital that you learn some safe …

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What are Non-Woven Abrasives?

Posted by Sandpaper America on Nov 30th 2020

What are Non-Woven Abrasives?

Traditional-style coated abrasives are crafted with a backing of either cloth or paper. Adhered on one side of the paper or cloth backing is where you will find the abrasive grains, or as the name s …

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Nov 4th 2020

Tips for Using a Stationary Belt Sander

Stationary belt sanders are the perfect solution for surfacing, smoothing, removing stock, and even creating decorative straight line finishes. But they come in many sizes, so it is important to mat …

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How to Sand Wood With Traditional Sheet Sandpaper

Posted by Sandpaper America on Oct 10th 2020

How to Sand Wood With Traditional Sheet Sandpaper

Sandpaper is a widely-used and beneficial product that is highly effectual in the world of woodworking, carpentry, and more. It is used to shine, polish, smooth, even, level, finish, and shape wood. …

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Advice on Purchasing Vulcanized Fiber Discs

Posted by Sandpaper America on Sep 30th 2020

Advice on Purchasing Vulcanized Fiber Discs

There are a few options for abrasives when working with an angle grinder. The most common include reinforced depressed center wheels, flap discs, resinoid cup wheels, diamond cup wheels, and vulcani …

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Standard Types of Sandpaper Backing Materials

Posted by Sandpaper America on Sep 14th 2020

Standard Types of Sandpaper Backing Materials

Sandpaper is an effective tool made from applying abrasive grit to the back of a flexible sheet. These flexible sheets range in materials, depending on the type of sanding project you have on board. …

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