Platin 2 is also versatile and gentle enough to produce a soft, smooth, scratch-free finish and is widely used in woodworking to prepare surfaces for polishing. That means that it will work better for longer, eliminate wasted time changing out sheets, and save you from needing to waste money on additional supplies. It is very noticeable, not just some B.
Much smoother surface with smaller scratches, therefore, it cuts slower. For smoothing of show surfaces in preparation for finishing, you are wasting your time to use anything else. Grit refers to the number of granules per inch of paper. Lower grit numbers refer to coarser sandpapers, while higher grit numbers are used for finer surfaces and finishes.
As a general rule , most woods can be initially sanded with to grit, and successively sanded up to a grit finish. Professional painters face a different set of challenges when it comes to sanding and polishing surfaces. The materials they work with vary beyond different types of wood and include surfaces such as drywall and plaster.
Painters may also be tasked with removing previous coats of paint or wallpaper, and as such, are ultimately concerned with carefully preparing the surface for a fresh, smooth paint job. The Australian Wood Review endorsed Granat as a top option for professional painters, writing:. It is particularly suited to the tough undercoats used in advanced painting and coating systems. Drywall sanding can be a labor-intensive, time-consuming task. Using Granat Net with the Planex Drywall Sander , however, makes the process feel as smooth as the final product.
The name gives insight into what makes Granat Net such a great option for high dust situations. It features an open net structure that provides full-surface breathability, allowing for edge-to-edge dust extraction to occur during use. It is recommended to use a protection pad between the Granat Net and your standard backing pad so the backing pads will not wear faster than normal due to the open net abrasive.
The surface of Granat Net minimizes the risk of scratches or inconsistencies, meaning you get the perfect finish the first time, every time. Platin 2 is ideal for projects that require fine finishes and was specifically created for high-gloss finishes on closed surfaces. As any painter will tell you, minimizing dust is a crucial aspect of achieving a clean, smooth finish.
Since coarser lower grit sandpapers remove old finishes quickly, it can be tempting to use them to make the tedious job of wall sanding go by faster. While they can help with the initial removal of built-up paint, coarse abrasives can actually add time and frustration to your job, as they are more likely to leave gouges or scratches on the surface rather than making it smooth and ready for paint.
For this reason, painters generally use medium grit—around to —to prepare walls for painting. When it comes to finishing off the job, a gentle and fine grit is usually the best way to go. Working with metal is inherently different than working with wood, drywall, or any other surface. In order to achieve your desired results, the abrasives must be closed-coated , meaning that the entire surface of the sandpaper is covered with abrasives.
This is in contrast to open-coated sandpaper, which has more room between the abrasive granules, allowing debris to build up in between the granules and clog your sander. In yet another testament to its durability and versatility, Granat continues to be a top choice even when working with this difficult material. The incredible durability of Granat abrasives means that they can be used to strip paint or varnishes, remove rust, and generally help you smooth out imperfections in a variety of metals.
Granat is versatile enough to be used on both hard metals like titanium or stainless steel as well as softer metals such as brass or aluminum. Saphir is a heavy-duty aluminum oxide abrasive that was made for tough surfaces. It can handle extreme and repeated use on even the hardest metal surfaces like stainless steel, all without wearing or tearing. This highly durable option is even strong enough to use on concrete! About Festool. Technology and Innovation. Application areas for Festool power tools.
With tailor-made cordless solutions. Continue reading. Understanding Festool Abrasives. Granat 40 - 1, Grit. Brilliant 40 - grit. I've found both Brilliant and Granat to be excellent papers. But I think you're getting a bit too worked up about the cost of sandpaper. There's no reason not to try out different types of paper yourself to see which one suits you best. For instance, Tom who replied to you above is a dealer who sells smaller assorted packets of paper. I'm sure other dealers also have such offers.
So there's no need to start buying packs of everything right away. I believe in the USA it is not possible to buy 10 packs still true? Never hurts to ask. I wouldn't call Festool's sandpaper assortment out of control. I think it is great they offer such a good line of different papers optimised for all sorts of different applications. But I do agree with you that it takes quite some effort to understand it all. But fear not, 'cause here at the FOG we're always prepared to answer any questions you have.
In short, Brilliant is the cheapest paper that gets very good results at whatever you throw at it. ScotF Posts: I agree that Brilliant and Granat are probably the two best all around papers.
I personally like Granat and find that it lasts longer than anything else out there. Brilliant is also very good. Finish quality is excellent across all of them. I like Rubin on bare wood, but it does not last all that long and so it is not as cost effective. Granat costs a little more per package, but I think it lasts long enough to make it the most cost effective overall. Plus, you can sand glue squeeze out and finishes without clogging. I know you mentioned sanding only wood, but you might find a need to sand a finish at some point.
I set those grits up three years ago and still like the line up. Kevin Stricker Posts: The best paper out there not paper at all, it's Mirka Abranet. Unfortunately it is pricy and not stocked at my local suppliers.
Generally Brilliant II is cheaper and more available. I use Granat , and Brilliant and Scott Burt www. Don T Posts: Phoenix, Az. I have used Rubin for coarse sanding and Brilliant for finer sanding on my RO These papers work very well. I have the Granat for my RO90 and it works very well and seems to last quite a bit longer. Ken Nagrod Restricted Posts: From what you've said your needs are, I'd say Rubin in various grits from course through medium P If you need a higher finer grit, Brilliant2 for the lower cost than Granat.
Get Tom Bellemare to set you up with a mixed grit package to get a personal feel for what you like. Then buy in greater quantities the ones you prefer. After trying several different Festool papers before buying a large supply, including Rubin, Brilliant and Granat, I settled on the Granat. It has a wide range of grits, and while it is a little more expensive than others, it does not load up and it lasts, for me, a lot longer.
It also is usable for other purposes.
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