Use 100 grit as the restrained coarse start and move to 80 only when a controlled test proves that faster removal is necessary and recoverable.
Learn when 80 grit sandpaper is the right coarse step, when it is too aggressive, and how to move toward 100 or 120 grit without leaving deep scratches.
Learn what 60 grit sandpaper is used for, when it is too aggressive, and how to move toward finer grits without leaving deep scratches.
Learn where 100 grit sandpaper fits, what it removes well, what it leaves behind, and when to move to 120 or finer grit.
When you need serious cutting power to remove old finishes, level uneven surfaces, or shape wood and metal, 80 grit is your go-to abrasive. It’s the coarsest grit in the 5-Inch 8-Hole Sanding Discs, Hook & Loop, Assorted Grit (50-Pack),...