Central Virginia Woodturners

A Registered Chapter of the American Association of Woodturners

3M™ Scotch-Brite™sanding pads

Here is table of the 3M™ Scotch-Brite™sanding pads courtesy of Starke Smith. He says that off brands do not work as well.

ColorGrit
Maroon300 to 400
Gray600 to 700
Tan or Gold1200
White2000 to 2500
White will melt if you get it too hot, so try to use it lightly.
Gray will stain the wood with high friction