Sanding paint)

Sanding is the process of removing a surface layer of wood with abrasive materials.

Sanding paint is a technique also called distressing. It consists of roughening surfaces and sand away the edges of a wood panel or furniture, to give it a weathered/aged look.

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The life cycle	Pro	Con


		Toxicity During sanding, every ingredient contained in the paint, glue or wood can be taken in by the user. Sanding can produce thin powders and dusts easy to inhale or get in contact with eyes and skin. Show Alternatives » Alternatives finishing Non toxic Acrylic paint Beeswax Chalk paint Clay and loam paint Flour paint Lime paint Linseed oil (boiled) Milk paint (casein) Shellac Tung oil Veneer (wood) Water based paint Wood filler (putty)

	Long lifespan Because it is a technique that remove material rather than adding it, it is a durable finishing. It takes off part of the paint permanently, and if it does not protect from scratches, at least it makes scratches blend in.