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Subjects / JC Wood Technology / Strand 1: Principles and practices

Surface preparation and finishes

Sanding, stains, oils, varnish and paint.

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When sanding wood, always sand the grain, and move from a coarse grit to a grit. A higher grit number such as 240 means a abrasive paper.
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Sanding across the grain leaves scratches.

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