block-sanding doors, quarters?

[87 Pete]

What is the best tool to use for sanding long vertical surfaces like doors, quarter-panels, etc.?

A piece of wood or something? What size is best?

Do they sell long sanding blocks?

Thanks.


Pete

 

[John Larkin]

There is a long sanding board. There is also paper sold that fits it. About 2" wide, maybe 15" long. I have one, just too hard to get to and measure. Eastwood sells them if you can't find one locally at a supplier. It will give your shoulders a workout. Oh yeah, always sand in a X pattern, especially when crossing body lines. Otherwise you make divots.

 

[JP87GN]

Durablocks are great tools for sanding. http://www.eastwoodco.com/shopping/...pe=PRODUCT&RS=1&itemID=1703&keyword=durablock Like John said, bigger is better on a long flat surface. 3M also sells sandpaper on a roll and you just tear it to your desired length. Durablock makes more block than just those in that kit. This is the one you want for large flat panels. http://www.tooldesk.com/products/productDetail.aspx+id+1568

 

[Red Regal T]

For wetsanding, I used to use sandpaper wrapped around a paint stick. I use the durablock now.......primarily the 1 1/4" X 11" with progressively finer papers. Easy to handle and makes for a flat, no texture, finish.........as in mirror.