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Problem

What grit for wet sanding guitar finish?

Guitar finish can show orange peel, dust nibs, or dull spots before polishing.

wet sanding dry sanding polishing prep haze
Answer

For guitar finish, wet sand 1000, 1500, 2000, and 3000, then polish.

Why it happens
Clear finish needs a fine wet sanding sequence so scratches can be polished out evenly.
Recommended grit
Use 1000, 1500, 2000, and 3000 before polishing. Use 800 only for heavier leveling.
Wet or dry
Wet.
Success check
The finish has an even haze with no deep scratches before polishing.

What to do

  1. Let the finish cure fully.
  2. Wet sand lightly with 1000.
  3. Refine with 1500, 2000, and 3000.
  4. Polish after sanding to restore gloss.
Avoid: Do not sand through edges, corners, or thin finish.

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