Problem

What grit for sanding a wooden baseball bat?

A wooden bat can feel rough or show old finish marks after use.

Answer

For a wooden baseball bat, use 180 for roughness, then 220 and 320 for a smoother feel.

Why it happens
Wood sports equipment needs light sanding that smooths without changing shape too much.
Recommended grit
Use 180 for roughness, then 220 and 320 for a smoother feel.
Wet or dry
Dry.
Success check
The bat feels smooth without flat spots or sharp scratches.

What to do

  1. Clean the bat surface.
  2. Sand rough spots with 180.
  3. Refine with 220.
  4. Use 320 for a smoother hand feel.
Avoid: Do not sand enough to change the bat shape or balance.

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