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320 grit does not remove 180 grit scratches

Scratches from 180 grit remain after sanding with 320 grit.

Use 220 or 240 before returning to 320.Dry for normal prep work.

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Cabinet door edges sand through too fast

Cabinet door edges lose finish or expose bare spots faster than flat areas.

Use 220 for edge scuffing and 320 for light between-coat sanding.Dry.

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Can a surface be too smooth for paint?

The user is worried that very fine sanding may reduce paint adhesion.

Use 180 to 320 for most paint prep unless the coating maker specifies another grit.Dry for most prep unless coating instructions say otherwise.

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Can I sand a mirror edge?

Mirror edges can chip or lose backing if sanded carelessly.

For exposed glass edges only, use 600, 800, and 1000 wet with very light pressure.Wet on the glass edge only; keep water away from vulnerable backing.

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Can I sand a plastic storage bin?

Plastic storage bins can scratch, whiten, or smear when sanded.

For paint prep, use 320 or 400 lightly, then 600 for smoother visible areas.Dry.

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Can I sand a popcorn ceiling?

Sanding popcorn ceiling texture can create heavy dust and uneven texture damage.

Avoid sanding large areas. For tiny touch-ups, use 220 lightly only after confirming it is safe to sand.Dry, with dust control.

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Can I sand a saw blade?

Sanding a saw blade can damage teeth or change cutting performance if done incorrectly.

Avoid sanding the teeth. For light surface rust on the blade body, use 400 or 600 gently.Dry.

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Can I sand a stucco patch?

Stucco patch can look too rough, too smooth, or mismatched after sanding.

Use 60 or 80 only for high spots, then 120 for light blending.Dry, with dust control.

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Can I sand an acrylic tub?

Acrylic tubs can turn dull or scratched if sanded with coarse grit.

Use 1000, 1500, 2000, and 3000 only for light scratches before polishing.Wet.

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Can I sand black plastic trim?

Black plastic trim can turn gray, scratched, or uneven after sanding.

Avoid sanding textured trim. For paint prep only, test 600 or finer lightly.Dry.

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Can I sand brick before painting?

Brick can shed dust or become uneven if sanded aggressively.

Use 80 or 120 only on small rough paint edges or loose old coating, then clean thoroughly.Dry with dust control.

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Can I sand carbon fiber?

Carbon fiber sanding can create harmful dust and can damage the weave or clear coat.

For clear coat only, use 1000, 1500, 2000, then 3000 wet before polishing.Wet for clear coat finishing to reduce dust.

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Can I sand composite deck scratches?

Composite decking can become lighter, fuzzy, or mismatched after sanding.

Avoid sanding visible composite decking unless the manufacturer allows it. Test 220 or finer in a hidden area.Dry.

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Can I sand cork?

Cork can tear, crumble, or become uneven when sanded aggressively.

Use 320 or 400 only for very light smoothing. Avoid coarse grits.Dry.

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Can I sand EVA foam?

EVA foam can tear, fuzz, or melt instead of sanding cleanly.

Use 220 or 320 only for light shaping, then 400 for gentle smoothing.Dry.

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Can I sand foam?

Foam can tear, crumble, or clog sandpaper when sanded aggressively.

Use 220 or 320 for shaping firm foam, then 400 for light smoothing.Dry.

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Can I sand green or wet wood?

Green or wet wood can clog sandpaper and dry unevenly after sanding.

Let wood dry first. After drying, use 120, 180, and 220 for normal prep.Dry after the wood has dried.

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Can I sand laminate countertops?

Laminate countertops can be permanently scratched or dulled by sanding.

Do not sand visible laminate countertop surfaces for scratch removal. Use only very light 320 or 400 scuffing when preparing for a compatible coating system.Dry for coating prep only.

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Can I sand laminate floor scratches?

Laminate flooring can lose its printed wear layer if sanded.

Avoid sanding laminate floors. For tiny repair prep only, test 600 or finer in a hidden spot.Dry.

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Can I sand laminate furniture before painting?

Paint may not grip laminate furniture if the glossy surface is not scuffed.

Use 220 or 320 to scuff laminate before primer.Dry.

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Can I sand rubber?

Rubber can smear, tear, or clog sandpaper during sanding.

Use 220 or 320 only for very light shaping. Replace paper when it loads.Dry.

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Can I sand rust off brake rotors?

Brake rotor sanding can affect braking surfaces if done incorrectly.

For light surface rust only, use 400 or 600 lightly on non-critical cleanup areas.Dry.

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Can I sand Trex decking?

Trex or similar composite boards can show permanent color or texture mismatch after sanding.

Do not sand Trex decking for normal scratches. Test hidden areas only if repair instructions allow it.Dry.

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Can I sand Venetian plaster?

Venetian plaster can lose sheen or show dull spots if sanded too aggressively.

Avoid coarse sanding. For small corrections, test 600 or finer very lightly.Dry unless the finish maker specifies otherwise.

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Can I sand vinyl flooring scratches?

Vinyl flooring can lose its wear layer or show dull spots after sanding.

Avoid sanding vinyl flooring. For repair prep only, test 600 or finer in a hidden spot.Dry.

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Can I sand vinyl plastic?

Vinyl plastic can become scratched, fuzzy, or damaged when sanded aggressively.

Use 600 or finer only for very light scuffing on hard vinyl surfaces. Avoid sanding soft flexible vinyl.Dry for light scuffing; wet only on hard surfaces where residue can be controlled.

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Can I sand vinyl?

Vinyl can scratch, smear, or lose texture when sanded.

Avoid sanding finished vinyl. For repair prep only, test 400 or finer with light pressure.Dry.

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Can I sand wicker furniture?

Wicker can fray, flatten, or break when sanded too aggressively.

Use 220 or 320 very lightly only on rough spots before painting.Dry.

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Can I sand zinc-plated hardware?

Sanding zinc-plated hardware can remove the protective plating.

Use 400 or 600 only for light scuffing before paint.Dry.

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Can I skip grits?

The user wants to know whether grit steps can be skipped.

Use gradual steps such as 80, 120, 180, 220, 320, 400, 600, and finer where needed.Dry or wet depending on surface and stage.

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Can I use sandpaper on concrete?

Small concrete spots or edges need smoothing by hand.

Use 60, 80, or 120 for small concrete touch-ups. Use finer grits only after the high spots are removed.Dry; use dust control and protection.

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Can I use this sandpaper on glass?

The user wants to know whether the sandpaper is suitable for glass work.

Use ultra-fine wet sanding only: 1000, 1500, 2000, then 3000.Wet for glass-related fine work.

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Can I wet sand wood?

Wet sanding bare wood can raise the grain and make the surface feel fuzzy.

Use dry sanding for bare wood: 120, 180, then 220. Use wet sanding only on cured finishes when the finish maker allows it.Dry for bare wood; wet only on cured finish coats.

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Can sanding fix paint lap marks?

Paint lap marks can remain visible after the coat dries.

Use 400 or 600 to feather raised lap edges before repainting.Dry.

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Can sandpaper sharpen a knife?

Knife edges can be refined with sandpaper, but the angle must stay controlled.

Use 400 or 600 for edge work, then 1000, 2000, or 3000 for finer refinement.Dry or wet depending on backing and method.

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Can sandpaper sharpen chisels?

A chisel edge is dull and needs sharpening or edge refinement.

Use 400 or 600 for edge repair, then 1000, 1500, and 2000 for sharpening refinement.Dry or wet depending on the sharpening setup.

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