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Choosing Sanding Discs for Festool and Dust-Extraction Sanders

Posted by Kimberly Fontaine-Goodwin on Aug 08, 2026

Festool and other dust-extraction sanders require discs with specific hole patterns to work properly. This guide explains how vacuum sanding works, what hole patterns to look for, and which discs are compatible with your machine.

Tags: buying guide, dust extraction, Festool, how-to, multi-hole discs, vacuum sanding

Wet vs Dry Sanding: When to Use Each Method

Posted by Kimberly Fontaine-Goodwin on Aug 08, 2026

Wet and dry sanding both have their place — but using the wrong method for the job can ruin a finish or waste hours of work. This guide explains when and why to use each technique.

Tags: automotive, buying guide, dry sanding, finishing, how-to, wet sanding

PSA vs Hook-and-Loop Sanding Discs: Which Backing Should You Choose?

Posted by Kimberly Fontaine-Goodwin on Aug 08, 2026

PSA (sticky-back) and hook-and-loop (grip) are the two most common sanding disc backings. Each has real advantages depending on your sander, application, and how often you change grits. Here’s how to choose.

Tags: abrasives, buying guide, hook and loop, how-to, PSA, sanding discs

How to Choose the Right Sanding Disc Grit

Posted by Kimberly Fontaine-Goodwin on Aug 08, 2026

Choosing the right grit is the single most important decision in any sanding job. This guide walks you through the full grit scale — from coarse stock removal to ultra-fine finishing — so you always start and finish with the right abrasive.

Tags: abrasives, buying guide, grit, how-to, sanding

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Posted by Shopify on Aug 16, 2016

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