A couple of dumb mm questions

[bnoles]

I know y'all are probably tired of my relentless and dumb questions, but I'm trying to learn all I can so please continue to bear with me.

What size do you cut your mm sheets to for best use?

Is it better to use mm padded or just use the finger backing method like I have been doing?

I know these are "preference" type questions, but your opinions and replies help more than you know.

 

[LanceD]

On a 3x6 sheet I tear off one inch across so I get six 1"x3" strips from each sheet. I have never used the pads.

 

[wdcav1952]

I do what Lance does, and I number the grits from 1 - 9 to keep me straight on the order in which to use them.

 

[LanceD]

Originally posted by wdcav1952
<br />I do what Lance does, and I number the grits from 1 - 9 to keep me straight on the order in which to use them.

Forgot to mention that but I write the grit sz with a permanent marker [].

 

[bnoles]

Thanks guys and the numbering tip is super helpful []

 

[Geo in Winnipeg]

I do the same as Lance and William. I use the wife's netted lingerie bag for washing them in the washing machine. I tried putting them in my blue jeans pockets but they fell out and I spent an hour picking them out of the clothes.

edit:
oh I forgot - don't put them in the dryer!!

 

[Dario]

Ditto to the size strips and numbering.

I wash mine with water, dishwashing liquid and a toothbrush.

 

[jjenk02]

Originally posted by Dario
<br />Ditto to the size strips and numbering.

I wash mine with water, dishwashing liquid and a toothbrush.

Doesn't that make it hard to brush your teeth[]

 

[bnoles]

I just spent the evening in the shop tearing my MM into strips and numbering it and then pouring my finishes into little plastic bottles. Somehow I did not get the "productive" satisfaction I normally get when my lathe is running [)]

 

[Blind_Squirrel]

Originally posted by bnoles
<br />I just spent the evening in the shop tearing my MM into strips and numbering it and then pouring my finishes into little plastic bottles. Somehow I did not get the "productive" satisfaction I normally get when my lathe is running [)]

I refer to that as "puttering around the shop". I really enjoy puttering.

 

[TBone]

"Puttering" is ok, cleaning is work and I hate it. Look at my shop and you can tell [8D]

 

[bob393]

Yup puttering is good, can be quiet too.

 

[Mattmck]

I trim the sheets to fit the little rubber block that comes with the kits. I have better success at not pressing too hard when I use the rubber block. This stuff seems to last forever if you keep it clean. A couple of blasts with compressed air will blow off most debris...quick and easy.