3″ x 4″ SurfPrep film sheets for leveling and finish sanding
Film-backed abrasives are the sheets you reach for when you want a clean, even result, leveling a surface or putting on the finish pass. The film backing holds the grit flat for a consistent finish, cuts faster, and the tear-resistant edges hold up longer than paper.
The grit is aluminum oxide, and a sacrificial stearate coating keeps loading to a minimum, so the sheet stays cutting instead of clogging. They run on a hook and loop backing that grips the pad and pulls off clean.
Specs
- Aluminum oxide, film backed
- Hook and loop backing
- 3″ x 4″
- 100 sheets per box
- Stearate coating for minimal loading
Frequently asked questions
What are SurfPrep film sheets used for?
They are film-backed abrasives used for leveling and finish sanding. The film backing holds the grit flat for a consistent finish, cuts faster, and the tear-resistant edges hold up longer than paper, so they are the sheets you reach for when you want a clean, even result.
How many sheets come in a box?
There are 100 sheets per box, in the 3 by 4 inch size. They run on a hook and loop backing that grips the pad and pulls off clean.
What is the difference between film and paper SurfPrep sheets?
These are film-backed, with the film holding the grit flat for a consistent finish, a faster cut, and tear-resistant edges that last longer than paper. The grit is aluminum oxide and a stearate coating keeps loading to a minimum.
Do these sheets clog up while sanding?
They are made to resist it. A sacrificial stearate coating keeps loading to a minimum, so the sheet stays cutting instead of clogging. The aluminum oxide grit on a film backing gives a consistent finish.
Want to get it right? These hands-on guides from The Craftsman Blog show you how.
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