Intermediate Sanding (After Primer)
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What happens here
Once the primer coat is completely dry, lightly sand the entire primed surface of the cabinet with a fine-grit sandpaper (e.g., 320-400 grit). This step helps to smooth out any slight imperfections or dust nibs that may have settled in the primer, creating a super smooth base for the topcoat. Use an orbital sander for flat areas and a sanding block for edges and corners, as before. After sanding, thoroughly clean the cabinet again with a tack cloth or lint-free rag to remove all fine dust.
Goal: Smooth the primed surface for a flawless topcoat application.
Tools and materials
- Dust extractor / Shop vacuum Festool — Collecting sanding dust
- Dust mask / Respirator — Protecting respiratory system
- Orbital sander Festool — Sanding large flat surfaces of the cabinet
- Safety glasses — Protecting eyes
- Sanding block — Sanding edges and corners
- Fine-grit sandpaper — Smoothing the primed surface
- Tack cloth — Removing fine dust after sanding