Features
- Aluminum oxide abrasive that fractures to expose fresh grain for longer usable life
- Flexible backing that conforms to a variety of work surfaces
- Suitable for cleaning, deburring, general maintenance, and surface preparation
- Offered in multiple widths and grit sizes
Specifications
| Product Width | 1 in |
| Grit Size | 40 |
| Length | 50 yd |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Abrasive | Aluminum oxide |
| Backing | Flexible |
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Flexible-backed abrasive shop roll with aluminum oxide grain. The abrasive fractures during use to expose fresh cutting edges, which extends useful life. Designed for cleaning, deburring, general maintenance, and surface preparation.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Rust & Deburr Service
Offer on-site cleaning and deburring for homeowners and trades: garden tools, hinges, gates, hand tools, and bike parts. Use the shop roll for fast material removal and edge cleanup. Sell tiered packages (basic clean, restore, protect) and upsell protective coatings or lubrication.
Contour Sanding Stick Kits
Manufacture and sell kits with pre-shaped hardwood sticks/dowels and pre-cut 1-inch abrasive strips. Include a small bottle of contact adhesive or hook-and-loop wrap, plus a quick-start guide for sanding curves and profiles. Market to woodworkers, luthiers, and hobbyists on Etsy and local maker markets.
Surface Prep Workshops
Run weekend classes teaching surface preparation for wood and metal: deburring, rust removal, and finishing techniques using shop rolls. Partner with a makerspace, include a take-home mini roll and sample blocks, and sell additional rolls and accessories on-site.
Pre-Paint/Pre-Weld Prep Service
Serve local fabricators and auto restorers by prepping edges, removing mill scale, and blending weld areas. The flexible 1-inch roll excels at tubing, inside corners, and small brackets. Price per linear foot or per part and offer pickup/drop-off batches for small shops.
Furniture Touch-Up and Refinishing
Specialize in on-site refinishing of chairs, spindles, and turned legs where larger sanders can’t reach. Use the roll to blend scratches, remove finish in tight contours, and prep for stain. Offer fixed per-piece rates with optional color matching and topcoat application.
Creative
Contour Sanding Sticks Set
Cut 1-inch strips from the roll and wrap them around shaped wooden blocks and dowels to create a custom set of contour sanding sticks for curves, chamfers, and inside radii. Use 40-grit for fast stock removal on hard-to-reach areas; swap in finer grits if you have other rolls for finishing. Label each stick and store them in a wall rack for quick access.
Vintage Tool Restoration
Restore old hand planes, chisels, and wrenches by removing rust, burrs, and old finishes. The flexible backing conforms to rounded edges and handles while the aluminum oxide fractures to keep cutting aggressively. Start with 40-grit for heavy rust and pitting; progress to smoother surfaces and oil for a preserved, functional patina.
Curved Wood Utensils Finish
Carve wooden spoons or spatulas, then use the 1-inch roll to smooth bowls, neck transitions, and handles. Wrap strips around dowels for consistent profiles and use light passes along the grain. Add subtle decorative textures by controlled cross-grain scuffing before applying food-safe oil or wax.
Brushed Metal Wall Art
Create abstract art panels from scrap aluminum or steel by applying directional and cross-hatch brush patterns with the roll. The fracturing grain keeps the texture crisp. Mask areas with tape to add contrast zones, then clear-coat to lock in the finish and prevent oxidation.
Bicycle Component Refurb
Refinish oxidized aluminum handlebars, stems, and seatposts. Thread strips through tight areas to deburr cable stops and brake hardware. Use the aggressive 40-grit sparingly to knock down corrosion, then refine the direction of the grain for a consistent satin finish before polishing or clear-coating.