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A '''sanding block''' is a block used to hold ]. In its simplest form, it is a block of ] or ] with one smooth flat side. Sanding blocks are also known as "Saracen blocks" in some construction fields. The user wraps the sandpaper around the block, and holds it in place (by inserting a fitted piece of cardboard under the sandpaper, one can soften the impact on the wood and protect against tears or uneven wear on the sandpaper). A '''sanding block''' is a block used to hold ].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-10-22|title=Creating A Sanding Block|url=https://www.popularwoodworking.com/flexner-on-finishing-woodworking-blogs/flexner-on-finishing-my-sanding-block/|access-date=2020-10-26|website=Popular Woodworking Magazine|language=en-US}}</ref> In its simplest form, it is a block of ] or ] with one smooth flat side. The user wraps the sandpaper around the block, and holds it in place (by inserting a fitted piece of cardboard under the sandpaper, one can soften the impact on the wood and protect against tears or uneven wear on the sandpaper).


Fancier versions use clips, teeth or clamps to hold the paper in place. Commercial versions can be constructed of various materials. They are usually sized to hold a quarter or half sheet of sandpaper. Some versions use the sandpaper belts intended for a power ]. Sanding blocks are helpful because they prevent the "waves" created by plain sandpaper. Fancier versions use clips, teeth or clamps to hold the paper in place. Commercial versions can be constructed of various materials. They are usually sized to hold a quarter or half sheet of sandpaper. Some versions use the sandpaper belts intended for a power ]. Construction workers often use commercial one-piece sanding blocks consisting of a foam plastic block with an abrasive coating.{{citation needed|date=January 2021}}


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File:Sanding blocks.jpg|Rubber sanding blocks
File:Respirator and sanding block.jpg|Sanding block with a ]
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Latest revision as of 23:15, 13 November 2024

A sanding block is a block used to hold sandpaper. In its simplest form, it is a block of wood or cork with one smooth flat side. The user wraps the sandpaper around the block, and holds it in place (by inserting a fitted piece of cardboard under the sandpaper, one can soften the impact on the wood and protect against tears or uneven wear on the sandpaper).

Fancier versions use clips, teeth or clamps to hold the paper in place. Commercial versions can be constructed of various materials. They are usually sized to hold a quarter or half sheet of sandpaper. Some versions use the sandpaper belts intended for a power belt sander. Construction workers often use commercial one-piece sanding blocks consisting of a foam plastic block with an abrasive coating.

Gallery

  • Rubber sanding blocks Rubber sanding blocks
  • Sanding block with a respirator Sanding block with a respirator

References

  1. "Creating A Sanding Block". Popular Woodworking Magazine. 2020-10-22. Retrieved 2020-10-26.
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