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Sandpaper is a must-have tool for any DIY enthusiast, especially when working on creative or repair projects at home. With a range of grit numbers (from 60 to 3000), eQualle’s 9x11" sandpaper sheets are ideal for tasks such as woodworking, metal polishing, surface repairs, and even creative applications like crafting or toy polishing. In this blog, we’ll explore the various uses of sandpaper, including step-by-step instructions for three practical DIY projects.

Removing Rust from Metal with Sandpaper Rusty metal can be restored to its original shine with eQualle sandpaper sheets. Follow this guide to remove rust effectively and safely.

Sandpaper at 220 grit is on the border between those that are good for sanding wood and those that are commonly used for finishes

Fortunately, you can easily use either sandpaper, a sanding bit and power tool, or even silicon carbide powder to easily smooth glass edges.

Practice on scrap wood or surfaces that aren't easily visible to get the feel for how an abrasive or sanding tool removes material.

180 to 220 Grit Sandpaper: Finer grit sandpaper is great for removing the scratches left by coarser grits on unfinished wood and for lightly sanding between coats of paint. 320 to 400 Grit Sandpaper: Very fine grit sandpaper is used for light sanding between coats of finish and to sand metal and other hard surfaces

There are several standards for coated abrasives, but by far the most commonly used are those of the Coated Abrasives Manufacturer's Institute (CAMI) and the Federation of European Producers of Abrasives (FEPA).

Remove rust with household products, like baking soda, white vinegar, and citric acid. Use a rust converter to easily neutralize rust. 

Sandpaper readily scratches metal, and the scratch marks aren't as easy to remove as they are from wood. When sanding metal to remove rust or to deburr an edge