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Nail Buffers as Sanding Blocks for Curved Surfaces
A tip from @edbshinyobjects: foam nail buffers conform to curved surfaces as sanding blocks and can be reused with sandpaper.
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Love this sanding trick from @edbshinyobjects “Nail buffers for manicures/pedicures make great sanding blocks, especially for curved surfaces; the foam block conforms to the part, and keeps pressure across the surface. The block can be reused with sandpaper after the abrasive pads wear out.” Thank you so much for sharing Alec! #jewelrytipoftheday #metalsmithsociety #sanding #jewelrymaking
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