{"id":1872,"date":"2021-10-09T08:38:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-09T05:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/?p=1872"},"modified":"2022-09-07T12:00:36","modified_gmt":"2022-09-07T09:00:36","slug":"ultimate-guide-to-wet-sanding-vs-dry-sanding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/ultimate-guide-to-wet-sanding-vs-dry-sanding\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to Wet Sanding Vs Dry Sanding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_101019196_S-1.jpg?resize=497%2C331&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1925\" width=\"497\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_101019196_S-1.jpg?w=350&amp;ssl=1 350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_101019196_S-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 497px) 100vw, 497px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Any woodworker knows that sanding is a crucial part of all woodworking projects. It allows you to add the finishing touches to your piece and helps elevate it to something that looks more professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, before you start with the sanding process, you will first need to determine which type of sanding your project requires. There are two options \u2013 wet sanding and dry sanding \u2013 and each has its own uses. Choosing which of them you should use is dependant on the type of project you are working on and what result you\u2019re looking to achieve via sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wet Sanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wet sanding is the process of sanding down a project using a <strong>combination of water and an abrasive, usually sandpaper<\/strong>. The process usually requires <strong>higher grit sandpaper<\/strong> than dry sanding, and the package will usually indicate that you can use the sandpaper inside for wet sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of sanding is usually used as the <strong>final finish<\/strong> of a project and is <strong>less abrasive<\/strong> than dry sanding. It <strong>removes less material<\/strong> and is most commonly used <strong>after<\/strong> you have <strong>already dry sanded<\/strong> your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To finish your project via wet sanding, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Clean your piece<\/strong> thoroughly, getting rid of any dust, debris, or existing sawdust that may be on it.<\/li><li><strong>Prepare the liquid<\/strong> you\u2019ll be using during the wet sanding process. This will usually be regular water, though you can also add a <strong>few drops of detergent<\/strong> to the water to make sanding easier. An alternative to water is using <a href=\"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/5-easy-steps-to-apply-mineral-spirits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mineral spirits<\/a>, though that will require you to buy the spirits, while you can use tap water to the same effect.<\/li><li><strong>Wrap your sandpaper<\/strong> around a <strong>wooden block<\/strong> or a <strong>rubber sanding block<\/strong>. You can buy the block at your local hardware store for a couple of dollars, and it makes sanding <strong>more comfortable<\/strong> for you.<\/li><li><strong>Dip<\/strong> the sandpaper <strong>in the liquid<\/strong> and <strong>start sanding<\/strong> the surface of the wood. The <strong>movements<\/strong> for wet sanding <strong>are different<\/strong> from those for dry sanding \u2013 with dry sanding, you will need to rub the sandpaper in small circles. Wet sanding, on the other hand, requires you to <strong>use straight lines<\/strong>, making sure to <strong>alternate<\/strong> your <strong>directions between passes<\/strong>. This allows you to <strong>get<\/strong> <strong>rid of<\/strong> any <strong>fine scratches from dry sanding<\/strong>.<\/li><li>When your sandpaper starts to dry out, dip it in the liquid once more. Before you do so, check if there has been a <strong>buildup of wood dust<\/strong> on the <strong>surface of the sandpaper<\/strong>. If there is a buildup, <strong>clean the sandpaper<\/strong> with a rag <strong>before wetting it again<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Repeat<\/strong> the sanding process, <strong>using a finer grit sandpaper<\/strong> each time. We recommend <strong>going up to 2000 grit<\/strong> before you stop.<\/li><li>If necessary, buff your project to finish.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that wet sanding should <strong>only be performed<\/strong> when you are <strong>hand sanding<\/strong>. Power sanders like orbital sanders should never be placed in liquid due to the safety risks involved. Additionally, wet sanding is meant to provide your project with a super smooth finish, and power sanders tend to be too aggressive to give this type of finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry Sanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry sanding is the most common way of sanding a finishing a wood project. Sanding wood is a way of <a href=\"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/how-to-gloss-wood-to-make-it-shiny-and-smooth\/\">polishing and smothering the surface of the wood<\/a> and helps <strong>get rid of any tool marks<\/strong> that may be present on your project. It also enables you to <strong>bring out the smaller details<\/strong> in the project, which is an added benefit if you are creating a wood carving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like with wet sanding, when dry sanding a project, you should <strong>move from coarser grit<\/strong> sandpaper (sandpaper with lower numbers) <strong>to finer grit<\/strong> options (higher numbers).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry sanding can be done <strong>either by hand<\/strong>, using sandpaper or a sanding stone, <strong>or<\/strong> <strong>with<\/strong> the help of <strong>power tools like<\/strong> belt sanders and disc sanders. While there is a specific method for using a power sander, <strong>most woodworkers prefer hand sanding<\/strong>, especially for smaller pieces. Additionally, <strong>some<\/strong> of the heavy-duty <strong>power sanders are designed for carpentry work<\/strong> and <strong>can ruin<\/strong> more <strong>delicate<\/strong> <strong>projects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use your dry sandpaper effectively, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Clean your piece thoroughly<\/strong>, getting rid of any dust, debris, or existing sawdust that may be on it.<\/li><li><strong>Tear<\/strong> your sandpaper sheet into fourths<\/li><li><strong>Fold<\/strong> the piece you\u2019re using so that it\u2019s just big enough that you can <strong>hold it with three fingers<\/strong>. Any larger and control becomes difficult.<\/li><li>Like with wet sanding, you can use a <strong>piece of wood or a rubber sanding<\/strong> <strong>block<\/strong> to make it easier to hold on to the sandpaper. However, unlike with wet sanding, you do not need to have this extra aid. This is because, with wet sanding, it can be slippery to try and hold onto wet sandpaper directly. This isn\u2019t the case with dry sanding.<\/li><li>The sanding process is relatively simple \u2013 all you need to do is <strong>rub<\/strong> the sandpaper <strong>in small circles<\/strong> the <strong>direction of the grain<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Like with wet sanding, dry sanding should ideally involve <strong>several rounds of sanding<\/strong>. You will need to start with the <strong>coarsest grit sandpaper<\/strong> you\u2019ve chosen (<strong>usually<\/strong> about <strong>80-120<\/strong> grit) and make your way up to using the <strong>finest grit<\/strong> you have available (<strong>usually<\/strong> around <strong>320 grit<\/strong>, though you can go <strong>as high as 800<\/strong> if you like).<\/li><li><strong>Between each round<\/strong> of sanding, <strong>remove any sawdust<\/strong> that might have built up on the piece, and <strong>clean your project thoroughly<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for more detailed help on how to go about sanding your woodworking project, how to use sandpaper to sharpen your carving knives, and other similar questions on using sandpaper, you can refer to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/how-to-sandpaper-wood-11-answers-to-sandpaper-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this<\/a>&nbsp;article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and Cons of the Two Types of Sanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each type of sanding has its own positives and negatives. Let\u2019s look at each of these in turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wet Sanding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It offers a detailed, <strong>high-quality<\/strong>, even finish<\/li><li>Better at <strong>helping details stand out<\/strong> in comparison to dry sanding<\/li><li>Is effective at <strong>removing paint<\/strong> and similar <strong>coatings<\/strong> from items, allowing you to repaint them according to your vision<\/li><li><strong>Less dust<\/strong> is involved in contrast to dry sanding<\/li><li>Effective at <strong>removing scratches<\/strong> from tools and dry sanding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Needs <strong>different sandpaper<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Sanding style<\/strong> can be <strong>different<\/strong>. This can pose a challenge, particularly if you\u2019ve never used wet sandpaper before<\/li><li><strong>Cannot use power tools<\/strong> for wet sanding \u2013 must be done by hand<\/li><li>Requires people to have a <strong>familiarity<\/strong> <strong>with<\/strong> the <strong>different types of wet sandpaper grits<\/strong><\/li><li>It takes <strong>longer<\/strong> than dry sanding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry Sanding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Offers a <strong>smooth finish<\/strong> to your project<\/li><li>It helps <strong>remove<\/strong> the <strong>small imperfections<\/strong> created by the actions of the tools you use while carving<\/li><li>Helps with <strong>making<\/strong> even <strong>homemade products<\/strong> look <strong>professional<\/strong> and of world-class quality<\/li><li>Is <strong>faster<\/strong> than wet sanding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Significantly <strong>more sawdust<\/strong> buildup than wet sanding<\/li><li><strong>Less fine<\/strong> of a <strong>finish<\/strong> than wet sanding<\/li><li>It can be <strong>challenging<\/strong> to know <strong>when to stop sanding<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Navigating sandpaper grits<\/strong> can be <strong>challenging<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differences Between Wet Sanding and Dry Sanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"226\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_278604534_S-1.jpg?resize=350%2C226&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_278604534_S-1.jpg?w=350&amp;ssl=1 350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/woodiswood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Depositphotos_278604534_S-1.jpg?resize=300%2C194&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are many differences between the wet sanding and dry sanding processes, the main points are indisputable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Wet sanding: <strong>Removes less material<\/strong> from projects<\/li><li>Wet sanding: It is a <strong>longer<\/strong> process than dry sanding<\/li><li>Wet sanding: Will need to be <strong>done by hand<\/strong> (as power tools are not an option)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that projects completed with wet sanding often have a <strong>super smooth, lustrous, mirror-like finish<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, we have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dry sanding: <strong>Removes more material<\/strong> from pieces<\/li><li>Dry sanding: Is <strong>faster<\/strong><\/li><li>Dry sanding: Can be done either by <strong>hand<\/strong> <strong>or<\/strong> by using <strong>power tools<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sandpaper essentially <strong>removes a very thin layer of wood<\/strong> from your piece, <strong>removing<\/strong> any <strong>scratches and other tool marks<\/strong> that would otherwise be visible. <strong>Dry sanding<\/strong> offers a <strong>smooth finish<\/strong> and is usually done <strong>after<\/strong> completing the <strong>carving<\/strong> on a project, <strong>before applying stains, finishes<\/strong>, or <strong>paint<\/strong> (these materials help emphasize scratches, which is why sanding needs to be complete first).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, some woodworkers will find that it can be <strong>helpful<\/strong> <strong>to<\/strong> <strong>dry sand<\/strong> <strong>between every coat<\/strong> <strong>of stain or finish<\/strong> that is applied. This is because sanding helps <strong>smooth any flaws or dust<\/strong> that may have gotten into the project while the previous coat dried. It also makes it <strong>easier for the next coat<\/strong> of finish (or stain) <strong>to<\/strong> <strong>stick<\/strong> to the previous coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are, of course, other differences as well. For example, wet sanding uses <strong>higher grit sandpaper<\/strong> and needs water (or another <strong>lubricant<\/strong>). In comparison, dry sanding usually needs <strong>lower grit sandpaper<\/strong>, requires <strong>no lubricant<\/strong>, and can be significantly messier than wet sanding, as dry sanding creates a lot <strong>more sawdust<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wet sanding<\/strong> is an excellent option at the <strong>end of a project<\/strong> when you\u2019re looking to <strong>smooth out the final issues<\/strong> before a piece is complete.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that the <strong>first rounds of sanding<\/strong> are usually done to remove <strong>major and visible issues<\/strong> and <strong>manufacturing defects<\/strong>, which require you to <strong>remove<\/strong> <strong>significant amounts of material<\/strong> from the surface of the wood. If you\u2019re wet sanding for this purpose, it can take forever, while <strong>dry sanding is<\/strong> much <strong>faster<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people find that the best option is to use <strong>wet sanding after finishing<\/strong> with both <strong>dry sanding and<\/strong> applying any <strong>finish or varnish<\/strong> that you like. Wet sanding not only <strong>makes scratches less visible<\/strong>, it also allows you to <strong>ensure<\/strong> that the <strong>finish<\/strong> <strong>is of uniform thickness<\/strong> throughout the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wet sanding<\/strong> is also used for <strong>other applications<\/strong> beyond woodworking. It is a great option for <strong>removing paint from cars<\/strong> and other vehicles and is <strong>also<\/strong> an option when sanding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Drywall<\/li><li>Auto-body primer<\/li><li>Tiles, especially porcelain or ceramic tiles<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where To Buy The Best Sandpaper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <strong>local store<\/strong> will definitely have a great assortment of different kinds of sandpaper with different grits that will be <strong>sufficient <\/strong>for any kind of project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that, if you are looking for sandpaper that is a pleasure to work with, check out <strong>Premium Keama Wet-Dry Sandpaper<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07KV3VX97\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07KV3VX97&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=woodiswood-20&amp;linkId=abaa2ed1bb7772866e5d7d60eec563c4\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07KV3VX97&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;tag=woodiswood-20\" style=\"width: 300px;\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07KV3VX97\/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=woodiswood-20&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07KV3VX97&amp;linkId=25dff7247bcf8382f2149a0f1c5ec365\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The set of 45 pieces of wet-dry sandpaper gradually range from 120-5000 grit giving the flexibility to sand any kind of project. The quality of the sandpaper sheets feels great and it comes in the standard 9 x3.6 inches size. Of course, the best part about this sandpaper is that it is <strong>suitable for both dry and wet sanding.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Use Regular Sandpaper for Wet Sanding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest concerns that woodworkers have before committing to wet sanding projects is determining <strong>which sandpaper<\/strong> they should use for wet sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>three types of sandpaper<\/strong> that are commonly available: <strong>wet<\/strong> sandpaper, <strong>dry<\/strong> sandpaper, and <strong>wet-dry<\/strong> sandpaper. The first two do exactly what their names suggest \u2013 wet sandpaper is used for wet sanding, while dry sandpaper is used for dry sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dry sandpaper<\/strong> should <strong>never be used<\/strong> for <strong>wet sanding<\/strong>, as the abrasive grit on regular sandpaper is held in place with <strong>glue<\/strong> that is <strong>not waterproof<\/strong> and may result in the <strong>grit<\/strong> being <strong>released from<\/strong> the <strong>paper<\/strong>. Additionally, regular dry sandpaper for wet sanding can also <strong>cause more scratches<\/strong> on the wood <strong>instead of<\/strong> <strong>removing<\/strong> existing scratches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wet-dry sandpaper<\/strong>, on the other hand, can be used for <strong>both<\/strong> <strong>wet and dry<\/strong> sanding. This type of sandpaper is made using silicon carbide abrasives with a <strong>latex backing<\/strong> (versus the cloth or paper backing that most dry sandpapers use). This means that the <strong>sandpaper<\/strong> will <strong>stay intact<\/strong> during wet sanding, and the <strong>abrasive<\/strong> <strong>grit won\u2019t<\/strong> get <strong>loaded up with material<\/strong> and cause scratches on your piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve already been dry sanding your projects and are looking to add wet sanding to your routine, <strong>check the sandpaper brand<\/strong> <strong>you currently<\/strong> <strong>buy<\/strong> to see if it is wet-dry sandpaper. If it is, there is a chance that you will not need to purchase special sandpaper for wet sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <strong>another consideration<\/strong> to keep in mind is the <strong>grit of the sandpaper. Wet<\/strong> <strong>sanding<\/strong> usually requires sandpaper that is of a <strong>finer grit than dry sanding<\/strong>. While <strong>dry sanding<\/strong> usually starts with <strong>80<\/strong> grit sandpaper and goes up <strong>to 320<\/strong> grit, <strong>wet<\/strong> <strong>sanding<\/strong> usually starts with <strong>400<\/strong> grit and goes <strong>up to 2000<\/strong>. Even the <strong>most detailed<\/strong> <strong>dry sanders<\/strong> don\u2019t usually go higher than <strong>800<\/strong> grit sandpaper when dry sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that even if you are using wet-dry sandpaper for your projects, there\u2019s a <strong>chance<\/strong> you\u2019ll <strong>have to<\/strong> <strong>purchase<\/strong> a batch of <strong>sandpaper<\/strong> <strong>specifically for<\/strong> your <strong>wet sanding<\/strong> needs, as you are <strong>unlikely to have sandpaper<\/strong> that is <strong>of the<\/strong> <strong>required grit<\/strong> otherwise. That said, depending on how often you employ the wet sanding technique, you may not need to restock with new sandpaper too often.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people opt for <strong>wet sanding<\/strong> relatively <strong>rarely<\/strong>, <strong>preferring<\/strong> instead to <strong>dry sand<\/strong> and <strong>complete<\/strong> the project <strong>with<\/strong> a coat of <strong>varnish, finish, or paint<\/strong>. It\u2019s usually not a go-to technique for hobby woodworkers, though <strong>professionals<\/strong> may find they <strong>prefer the finish<\/strong> that <strong>wet sanding<\/strong> provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sandpaper Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that <strong>sandpaper<\/strong> is <strong>not the only option<\/strong> you can use <strong>to smooth out wood<\/strong>. If you prefer not to hand sand your pieces with sandpaper, you can also consider other options, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Steel wool<\/li><li>Sand&nbsp;<\/li><li>Pumice<\/li><li>Crushed walnut shells<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can refer to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/woodiswood.com\/top-4-alternatives-to-sandpaper-to-smooth-out-wood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this article<\/a>&nbsp;for a more detailed look at these options. As mentioned above, you can also choose to use power tools for sanding instead of opting for hand sanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, keep in mind that these options are <strong>only alternatives<\/strong> <strong>for dry sanding<\/strong>. If you want to get the effect of <strong>wet sanding<\/strong>, you\u2019ll have to use <strong>either wet sandpaper<\/strong> or <strong>wet sand<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Both<\/strong> wet sanding and dry sanding are techniques that <strong>improve<\/strong> the <strong>look of<\/strong> your <strong>woodworking pieces<\/strong>. However, the <strong>techniques and processes<\/strong> used <strong>are<\/strong> intrinsically <strong>different<\/strong>, and woodworkers considering wet sanding their projects should keep in mind that <strong>wet sanding<\/strong> is <strong>best used as an addition<\/strong> <strong>to dry sanding<\/strong> <strong>rather than an alternative<\/strong> to the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, it\u2019s important to remember that <strong>wet sanding<\/strong> can require significantly <strong>more effort<\/strong> from your side. After all, <strong>unlike dry sanding<\/strong>, you <strong>don\u2019t<\/strong> <strong>have<\/strong> the advantage of <strong>power tools<\/strong> <strong>to help<\/strong> you <strong>speed up<\/strong> the process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Any woodworker knows that sanding is a crucial part of all woodworking projects. 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