How to Sand Hardwood Floors with 60 Grit Sandpaper Sheets

Refinishing hardwood floors can completely transform a space, restoring beauty and durability to worn-out planks. The first step in the process is sanding, and starting with the right grit is critical. eQualle 60 grit sandpaper sheets (9x11 in, Wet or Dry) are perfect for aggressive floor sanding that removes old finishes, scratches, and surface damage.

Why Start with 60 Grit?

60 grit sandpaper is classified as coarse. It’s aggressive enough to strip away layers of finish and expose bare wood but not so harsh that it gouges the floor. Starting finer than 60 grit can make the job unnecessarily long, while starting coarser may risk damaging the wood.

Tools You’ll Need

• eQualle 60 Grit Sandpaper sheets (9x11 in, Wet or Dry)
• Floor sander or sanding block (for edges)
• Vacuum with brush attachment
• Dust mask, ear protection, and safety glasses
• Tack cloth or microfiber rags

Step-by-Step: Sanding Hardwood Floors

1. Prep the room. Remove furniture, cover vents, and clean the floor of debris.
2. First sanding pass. Use 60 grit (25-pack) to remove finish and surface scratches across the floor.
3. Edge sanding. Hand-sand or use an edge sander with the same grit along baseboards and corners.
4. Vacuum dust. After the initial sanding, vacuum thoroughly to prevent grit from scratching during finer sanding.
5. Progress to finer grits. Move to 100 and then 150 grit for smoothing and finish prep.

Special Cases

For floors with deep scratches or water damage, you may need to make multiple passes with 60 grit before moving to finer abrasives. On engineered wood, avoid aggressive sanding—thin veneers can wear through quickly.

Pro Tips

• Sand with the grain whenever possible for best results.
• Replace sheets often—floor sanding wears abrasives quickly.
• Always keep the sander moving to avoid gouges.
• Finish with 150–180 grit before staining for an even look.

Aftercare

• Wipe the floor with a damp cloth to remove fine dust before staining or sealing.
• Inspect carefully under bright light to catch missed scratches.
• Apply stain or polyurethane immediately after sanding to protect bare wood.

FAQs

• Can I start sanding with 100 grit instead? Not if the floor has heavy finish buildup—60 grit is best for the first pass.
• Will 60 grit damage hardwood? No, if used properly with even pressure and moving strokes.
• Do I need to sand between finish coats? Yes, use 220 grit between coats for best adhesion and smoothness.

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For professional results, start your hardwood floor refinishing with eQualle 60 grit sandpaper sheets. Durable and reliable, they make fast work of removing old finishes. Shop 60 grit sandpaper sheets today.