NEW!! Diamond Sanding Sponge, Radius Edge (Sold Individually)

The missing piece in your ceramics smoothing process has finally arrived: the NEW DiamondCore Sanding Sponge! Designed to optimize the use of water while refining your pottery, the sponge is the substantial successor to our popular diamond-grit sanding pads and strips. The sponge's high water-retention core is easy to squeeze and effortlessly transfers water — an essential part of the sanding process — to your piece or workspace. The flexible diamond grit surface is radius cut and adhered to 2 sides of the sponge, allowing for smooth, controlled pre-polishing while comfortably following the form of many surfaces. Available in 3 introductory grits (#200, #400 and #800), Diamond Sanding Sponges are priced and sold individually. Also available in the complete Diamond Sanding Sponge Set and all-encompassing Diamond Sanding and Finishing System. Diamond Sanding Sponge — 200 Grit Created for: Initial surface refinement Refining transitions Smoothing rough surfaces Preparing for finer finishing Diamond Sanding Sponge — 400 Grit Designed for: Flexible pre-polishing and contour refinement Sanding curved surfaces such as rims and foot rings Diamond Sanding Sponge — 800 Grit Perfect for: Additional surface polishing Ultra-smooth surfaces Final stage of glaze cleanup and touch up DESCRIPTION 4-inch-long, 2.5-inch-wide, 2-inch-deep sponge High water-retention foam core to absorb and wring out water Radius-cut, diamond-grit surface bonded to 2 sides Should always be used with water USES/BENEFITS Smooth off high-fired clay, glaze, bisque, tile, stone or glas Holds water longer to support wet sanding Reduces the hazard of airborne dust Provides a comfortable size and grip in the hand Diamond grit works faster, lasts longer than sandpaper Fewer strokes and less force are required; less fatigue CAUTIONS Use all safety precautions Use with water or respirator to prevent small particles from entering airways To avoid delamination, do not let stand in water Keep out of the reach of children