Sanding for Makers

Learning Center: Guides, Techniques & Safety

Foundational knowledge to use sanders safely and effectively: tool types, how to choose, dust control, grit selection, techniques, and maintenance.

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Sustainable Sanding: Proven Low-Impact Dust Control

Sustainable Sanding: Proven Low-Impact Dust Control

Specify sanding systems by data: hit <0.1 mg/m³ dust, Ra <1.5 μm, and <2.8 m/s² vibration, with tested compatibility and ROI to cut rework and exposure.

Specify sanding systems by data: hit <0.1 mg/m³ dust, Ra <1.5 μm, and <2.8 m/s² vibration, with tested compatibility and ROI to cut rework and exposure.

20th Nov•

M. O.Maya Okafor

Sandpaper Science: Choose Abrasives for Swirl-Free Finishes

Sandpaper Science: Choose Abrasives for Swirl-Free Finishes

Match abrasive chemistry to substrates, grit sequences, pads, and extraction to eliminate swirl marks, reduce rework, and lower dust and vibration exposure.

Match abrasive chemistry to substrates, grit sequences, pads, and extraction to eliminate swirl marks, reduce rework, and lower dust and vibration exposure.

15th Nov•

S. I.Saanvi Iyer

Sanding 3D Wood Prints Without Swirl Marks

Sanding 3D Wood Prints Without Swirl Marks

Learn a data-backed sanding workflow for 3D wood prints: tighter grit steps, HEPA dust control, slower passes, and edge tactics that cut rework and costs.

Learn a data-backed sanding workflow for 3D wood prints: tighter grit steps, HEPA dust control, slower passes, and edge tactics that cut rework and costs.

13th Nov•

A. B.Aisha Benyoussef

Finish-Specific Sanding Protocols: Oil, Lacquer & Water-Based

Finish-Specific Sanding Protocols: Oil, Lacquer & Water-Based

Master finish-specific sanding: choose grit by oil, lacquer, or water-based needs, hit the right Ra, and verify with metrics to prevent defects and rework.

Master finish-specific sanding: choose grit by oil, lacquer, or water-based needs, hit the right Ra, and verify with metrics to prevent defects and rework.

12th Nov•

M. O.Maya Okafor

Food-Safe Cutting Board Sanding Guide

Food-Safe Cutting Board Sanding Guide

Follow a verified 10-step sanding sequence: edge-first passes, grit steps, dust control, and raking-light checks to produce hygienic, food-safe cutting boards.

Follow a verified 10-step sanding sequence: edge-first passes, grit steps, dust control, and raking-light checks to produce hygienic, food-safe cutting boards.

7th Nov•

J. P.Jack Pettersson

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Comparisons & Face-Offs

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Comparisons & Face-Offs

Side-by-side comparisons of sander types, power sources, and models to highlight differences, strengths, and best use cases across budgets.

Best Picks & Recommendations

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Best Picks & Recommendations

Curated recommendations by budget, feature, and application, including premium and budget options, cordless choices, dust-collection standouts, furniture refinishing picks, and must-have accessories.