4" Cup Mop Kit - Sanding Mop
The Cupped Mop is ideal for sanding inside of bowls, and especially effective for getting into areas cut by a CNC router. While this mop is slightly more specialized due to it's shape, it can still be used to sand anything with detail, while maintaining the integrity of the profile.
One thing to remember about the mop is that speed is the key. The faster you run your mop the better it will work and the longer it will last. 4" Mops need to be spun at a speed between 2000 and 6000 RPM. They will still work when being spun at slower speeds but will not last as long.
Below is a guide to help you select the appropriate grit and understand its best applications.
Available Grits and Uses:
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80 Grit
- Extremely aggressive
- Best for rough hardwood
- Ideal for furniture stripping, log home refinishing, and patio furniture restoration
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120 Grit
- Most popular grit for hardwoods
- Perfect for mouldings, panel doors, turnings, and legs
- Exceptional results when used with stabilizers on routered edges
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180 Grit
- Suitable for MDF, poplar, and other medium hardwoods
- Excellent choice for production shops working with pine
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220 Grit
- The most popular finishing grit
- Performs well on pine and can be used with stabilizers for edges
- Effective for initial in-between coat sanding when used with spacers
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320 Grit
- A significant time saver for project finishing
- Ideal for in-between coat sanding on carvings and assembled raised panel doors
- Excellent setup grit for polishers when used with spacers
Recommended Combinations:
When choosing multiple grits, the 120 and 220 grit combination is the most popular and provides superior performance on both hardwoods and softwoods.
Expert Tips:
- Use 120 grit for hardwood and 220 grit for softwood.
- For detailed guidance, visit our FAQ page for more information.
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