I have a few sanding blocks, but this one gets the most use. Design is a take off of a Wood Magazine article. The pictures are telling as to the construction. The only hidden detail is there is a plugged hole under the felt. It is for the screw that is epoxied to the bottom that attaches to the wingnut. I chose hardwood scraps that I had on hand. They consist of cherry and two different walnut species. The felt was a self adhesive scrap left over from a jewelry box project. It measures about 4×3”. The plastic wingnut is loosened to raise the top to change paper. It is tightened to clamp it. The felt helps by allowing a little give when flattening a board. Cork could serve the same purpose if that’s what’s on hand. After a while using it, I used a core box bit to route the grooves for my fingers. Makes it quite a bit more ergonomic. Simple thing, but it sees a lot of use.
-- Jeff, South Carolina
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Scott Bryan
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This is a nice sanding block and a clever use of “scrap” materials. The felt should serve as well as cork in providing a cushion for the sandpaper.
This is interesting. Thanks for the post, Jeff.
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Hawgnutz
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That sure is a nice sanding block. I need one soon, so I may use this as an inspiration.
Good Job!
God Bless,
Hawg
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EdC
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I like that idea, looks comfortable
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Todd A. Clippinger
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OH, that is rich. It looks like an executive sanding block.
Very nice looking – actually GREAT looking sanding block!
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Jon3
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I’d love to see some bigger photos!
TomK
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The simple things are sometimes the best things, and most useful.
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Dusty56
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Hi , any larger pix available ?
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USCJeff
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I’ll post some larger shots in the morning. They’re on a different PC. If you click the pics, it will take you to Photobucket. You can resize the pics, but you lose some clarity.
-- Jeff, South Carolina
abie
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posted 89 days ago
I’ve built many even to give to wood working friends.
very handy and easy to use.
-- Bruce