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| After the chisels, switch to old bits of carborundum (silicon carbide) grinding wheels, rubbing the stones to smooth down areas even more. Use different grades, from coarse to smooth, to finish the shaping. Then use different grades of sandpaper, and finally, depending on the finish you want, wet and dry paper. 200 grade will give you a finish that is smooth but not shiny, or 2000+ grade will give you a very smooth, polished surface if required. You can polish granite or marble, but sandstones are too gritty for a very smooth surface. | After the chisels, switch to old bits of carborundum (silicon carbide) grinding wheels, rubbing the stones to smooth down areas even more. Use different grades, from coarse to smooth, to finish the shaping. Then use different grades of sandpaper, and finally, depending on the finish you want, wet and dry paper. 200 grade will give you a finish that is smooth but not shiny, or 2000+ grade will give you a very smooth, polished surface if required. You can polish granite or marble, but sandstones are too gritty for a very smooth surface. | ||
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