When you're referring to the "grit" of sandpaper, there's a number involved. It refers to the number of abrasive particles that fit within a square inch. The higher the number, the more particles, ...

Dear James: Our century-old house has natural woodwork, but most should be refinished. How do I decide what types and grits of sandpaper to buy and which to use where? — Deandra R. Dear Deandra: As ...

Sandpaper is one of the more versatile items to have for any DIY project, useful for a variety of applications. Whether you're smoothing out wood to give it a fresh coat of paint or prepping metal for ...