Pre-Sand Existing Wall Texture
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EASY Skim Coat Application
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Inspect the wall for any heavy textures or sharp peaks. Use a long-handled orbital sander, such as the Festool Planex wall and ceiling sander, equipped with 80-grit sandpaper. Connect the sander to a vacuum system to minimize dust. Systematically sand the entire wall surface, moving the sander continuously to prevent heat buildup and gumming of the sandpaper. The goal is to knock down the highest points of the texture, not to remove it entirely.
Goal: Prior to skim coating, sand down any prominent texture, such as heavy knockdown peaks, using an orbital sander with 80-grit sandpaper to reduce the overall material needed for the skim coat.
Tools and materials
- 80-Grit Sandpaper
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