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introduction

getting a flawless smooth surface free from scratches feels rewarding this guide shares gentle human friendly steps to sand resin smooth with minimal effort and maximum clarity

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section one understand why resin scratches

happen
 is soft and smooth when cured too coarse grit uneven pressure or skipping grit steps can create scratch marks that ruin the clarity and feel
a gradual progression from coarser to ultra fine grit helps remove scratches without adding new ones
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section two resin gather your tools and prepare

workspace
collect wet dry sandpaper from around four hundred to two thousand or above
use a soft sanding block or flexible foam pad to maintain even pressure
set up a clean well ventilated space with lighting
wear a dust mask gloves and safety glasses when sanding dry
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section three cleaning resin and curing first

ensure is fully cured this may take days depending on brand
clean surface using mild soap water and isopropyl alcohol to remove dust oils or residue
this prevents particles from embedding in resin as you sand

section four resin start with gentle grit progression

begin with four hundred or six hundred grit for initial smoothing remove texture or tiny nibs
use wet sanding apply light spray of water or soak sandpaper first this reduces friction and clogging
sand in circular or figure eight motions change direction often to avoid linear marks
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section five resin transition to finer grits gradually

move from six hundred to eight hundred then one thousand then fifteen hundred two thousand and beyond only progress once previous grit marks are invisible
wet sanding throughout keeps dust down surface cool and paper fresh
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section six resin inspect progress with care

after each grit wipe surface with lint free cloth examine under good light feel texture
if scratches remain repeat grit until they vanish before moving on
testing grit on a small area first helps avoid over sanding

section seven resin pressure and motion tips

use very light even pressure too much pressure gouges or creates swirl marks
keep sandpaper flat on surface
move in overlapping passes avoid staying on one spot too long
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section eight resin when to sand dry versus wet

dry sanding can help remove bumps quickly but creates dust and heat
wet sanding is preferred to refine surfaces and avoid scratches
most projects use dry for minor shaping then wet for fine finishing
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section nine polishing after sanding

once ultra fine grit smoothness is reached polish using plastic safe compound with microfiber or buff pad
this removes micro marring and restores clarity
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section ten resin maintenance and cleaning

of paper
rinse sandpaper often when wet to remove particles or use wire brush to clean
replace paper when clogged or worn for consistent results
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section eleven final safety and environment

tips
always sand in a ventilated space and wear protective gear
use wet sanding to limit dust
regularly clean workspace to avoid foreign grit contaminating 
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section twelve step by step checklist

is cured clean wiped ready
start with four hundred or six hundred grit wet sanding with light pressure
progress through eight hundred one thousand

fifteen hundred two thousand as haze disappears

wipe clean inspect before moving on

polish with compound to restore clarity
keep tools clean sandpaper fresh
wear safety gear and manage dust and heat carefully

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conclusion
sanding resin smooth without

scratches takes patience light pressure and the right grit progression start with initial smoothing then refine through ultra fine wet sanding finally polish to bring back brilliance follow these gentle human friendly steps and your projects will feel smooth glass like and beautiful

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