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Problem

What grit should I use for furniture refinishing?

The user needs a grit path for refinishing furniture.

wood dry sanding pressure coarse grit
Answer

For furniture, use 80 or 120 only for removal, then 150, 180, and 220 for prep.

Why it happens
Furniture work may include old finish removal, smoothing, and final prep.
Recommended grit
Use 80 or 120 only for removal, then 150, 180, and 220 for prep.
Wet or dry
Dry.
Success check
The furniture surface is even and ready for the next finish step.

What to do

  1. Identify whether old finish must be removed or only scuffed.
  2. Use 80 or 120 only where removal is needed.
  3. Refine with 150 and 180.
  4. Finish prep with 220.
Avoid: Do not sand through veneer or edges with coarse grit.

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