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   LeeGrindinger | Jul 02, 2006 07:25pm | #1

   It depends on the finish. If you're using a penetrating finish you'd better sand out to at least 220. If you're using a film forming finish 150 is fine as long as you're not staining but sand between coats with 220 unless you're working towards a glass finish at which time 150 is fine since you're trying to remove any finish not in the pores. If you're staining run it out to 220.

   Now tell me, are you thoroughly confused?

   The short answer is that if the finish you're applying is very thin sand to 220, if the finish you're applying is thicker, like a varnish, 150 is fine.

   Lee

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   bmyyou | Jul 02, 2006 10:04pm | #2

   I plan to use garnet shellac - 2lb or 1 lb cut and several coats.  I have sanded to 180 grit so by your e-mail that should be good enough (shellac thickness comparable to varnish).

   Thanks,

   Brian