moldable ‘sandables’ for woodworking

 

 

conceived as moldable sanding tools that can be reshaped on the go, the ‘sandables’ kit – a project by several collaborators currently being funded on quirky – provides gritty modeling clay blocks for maximum utility. ‘sandables’ are a polycaprolactone (PCL) material that becomes more pliable at higher temperatures – after three minutes in the microwave – the substance can be shaped like modeling clay into any form required. a stick for added reach, or sculpted to fit within a tight corner. with three distinct grits the blocks can be endlessly re-used. the product allows the user to reach awkward nooks and crannies for precise woodworking.

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

‘sandables’ kit

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

molded sandpaper blocks

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

detail

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

molding process

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

microwaving molds

 

 

moldable sandpaper blocks for precise woodworking finishing

sandpaper kits

 

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