Sanding Cuts And Sandpaper - Clarke Ez-8 Operator's Manual

Sanding Cuts and Sandpaper

Initial Cut
The purpose of the initial cut is to remove old finish and gross imperfections on the floor surface. A coarse
abrasive should be used. If the surface is severely damaged by deep scratches, pre-existing dwell marks,
uneven planks, etc., it may be necessary to sand across or diagonally to the grain to restore evenness to the
surface. If these conditions are not present, the initial cut should be done in the direction of the grain.
If glazing, loading, or burning takes place immediately into an initial cut, select a coarser abrasive. If this
should occur during an initial cut, the abrasive has dulled and must be replaced.
Final Cuts
The purpose of a finishing cut is to remove the scratches produced during the initial cut. Use a fine (60 - 80
grit) grain abrasive.
If the surface remains rough after a finishing cut, it may be necessary to use an even finer grain of abrasive (80
- 100 grit). Care should be taken in selecting the grit size of the abrasive. A very fine grain will close the
pores on a wood floor making admission of a stain difficult.
If glazing or burning should occur immediately into a finishing cut, increase pace. If it should occur during a
finishing cut, the abrasive has dulled and must be replaced.
Grain Use
12 grit For removing gross imperfections and restore
16 grit evenness to old flooring. To remove build-up of
20 grit paints and varnishes
24 grit
36 grit For the first sanding of new flooring (maple, oak).
40 grit For removing minor imperfections and finishes
from old flooring.
50 grit For first sanding of new flooring (cedar, pine, fir)
For clean-up of 16 grit.
60 grit For clean-up from initial cut 36 grit.
80 grit For final sanding of certain hardwoods. For
clean-up of initial cuts (50 grit).
100 grit For final sanding of certain hardwoods and
conifers where a smooth surface is desired.
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