Sand Countertop Panels

What happens here

The planed countertop panels are now ready for sanding. The host uses an orbital sander (Festool orbital sander) equipped with a vacuum attachment to minimize dust. He starts with 80-grit sandpaper to quickly remove any remaining planer marks or minor imperfections, then progresses to 120-grit sandpaper to refine the surface and prepare it for finishing. The goal is to achieve a uniform, smooth surface that will readily accept the stain. He marks the surface with a pencil to ensure complete and even sanding.

Goal: The planed countertop panels are sanded progressively from coarse to fine grits to achieve a perfectly smooth surface, preparing the wood for staining and epoxy.