Sandpaper Grit Sizes – After having learned a lot about the material type of sandpaper in the previous article, it’s time we discussed the grit size of the sandpaper itself!
Grit is a rating for the size of the abrasive particles on the sandpaper surface itself.
The larger the grit number is, the finer the abrasive particles of the sandpaper, thus producing a more smooth result.
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On the other hand, the lower the grit number of the sandpaper, the rougher the final result to be produced but the removal rate of the object will be faster as well.
Mainly, the grit sizes of sandpaper is divided by 6 types, what are those? Let’s find out!
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Types of Sandpaper Grit Sizes
1. Coarse Sandpaper
The first one is the coarse sandpaper with a grit size of 40-80. The sandpaper with this grit size is suitable for removing thick old paint, rust on metal, or dealing with unevenness on wooden surfaces.
2. Medium Sandpaper
The medium sandpaper has a grit size 100-180 which is commonly used to smooth surfaces that have gone through the stages of coarse sandpapering.
Its main function is to prepare the surface for the finishing stage by providing a more smooth sandpapering result.
3. Fine Sandpaper
Fine sandpaper is between medium and extra fine sandpaper. With a 180-220 grit size, fine sandpapers help to perfect surface smoothing before entering the finishing phase.
These are suitable for removing small scratches or irregularities that may remain after previous sanding.
4. Extra Fine Sandpaper
For sandpaper with grit 240-400 is able to remove traces of previous sanding and give a smooth end result on a variety of materials.
The extra fine sandpaper also used between coats of paint or varnish to achieve the smoothest finish.
5. Super Fine Sandpaper
Super fine sandpaper is the best choice for polishing surfaces and giving a very fine final result. These sandpapers are ideal for projects that require beauty and attention to details, such as finishing on fine wood or artwork.
6. Micro Fine Sandpaper
This sandpaper is suitable for projects that prioritize a high degree of delicacy and aesthetics, such as high-quality furniture products or fine handmade work.
So there you go, the 6 types of sandpaper grit sizes for your DIY project!
Every grit size usually serves different purposes, you choosing the one that is suitable for your purpose is also important in choosing the grit sizes.
Also, the one thing that you need to consider is the quality of your sandpaper. Make sure the sandpaper that you’re choosing has already been certified by the SNI certification.
What is the SNI certification? The SNI certification is the type of certification in Indonesia to make sure that every product and every service in Indonesia is within Indonesian standards.
To gain the SNI certification the products must undergo a rigorous set of tests to determine its quality and safety aspects.
For the business owners, complying to this regulation is also mandatory not only to prove that your products are safe enough and have high quality materials, but also it can be used as marketing tools for the said products.
Having an SNI certification in your products means that you can guarantee the Indonesian customers that your products are safe for their uses or consumption, thus giving you a boost in Indonesian customers’ trust.
