Festool Hand Sanding Pads
Festool Granat Abrasive Sponges for Hand Sanding
Festool hand sanding pads in this collection are Granat abrasive sponges. A sponge bends around mouldings, edges, and curved parts where a flat block or sheet leaves gaps. Coarse grits of 60, 120, and 220 come in 6-packs. Finer grits of 280, 500, 800, 1000, and 1500 come in 20-packs for scuffing between coats and polishing out finishes, and 800 grit is offered in both pack sizes.
What to Look For
- Shaping or finishing. Use 60 to 220 grit for shaping and smoothing wood, and 280 grit and up for work between coats.
- Pack size. The 6-packs suit occasional work. The 20-packs make sense for finish shops that go through sponges daily.
- Surface shape. Sponges follow contours. For flat panels, a sheet on a block cuts flatter.
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Festool Hand Sanding Pads FAQ
Which sponge grit should I use between finish coats?
Start around 280 or 320 to knock down raised grain and dust nibs without cutting through. Move to 500 or 800 for later coats, and save 1000 and 1500 for final rubbing out.

