How to Clean Sandpaper to Make It Last Longer!

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In this video I try out a cool product that cleans sandpaper and makes it last longer! Buy the Powertec cleaning stick here - amzn.to/3fdHrE3 (affiliate link)
Watch me try using a shoe to clean sandpaper!
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@TheFixerHomeRepair 3 жыл бұрын

Buy the Powertec cleaning stick here - amzn.to/3fdHrE3 (affiliate link) Due to lots of comments I tried cleaning sandpaper with a shoe, check it out here - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bLlnoNyDt7ncoKc.html Thanks for watching and for all of your support!

@Older_Mountain-goat_1984 2 жыл бұрын

$20AU for a stick of rubber when I can buy old car tyres from the local tip for $5 each. I'll pass on this overpriced scam product.

@minecraftstuffs Жыл бұрын

Does 400 grit sandpaper need to get cleaned really if it’s about the same grit as paper?

@minecraftstuffs Жыл бұрын

Or are there higher grits than 400

@velosapien 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using pieces of a car tyre for the last 40 yrs on handheld and standalone sanders...works a treat

@mmdirtyworkz 3 жыл бұрын

And it's free!

@jessejackson4690 3 жыл бұрын

I use the sole of old work boots

@drizler 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea

@kathytukavkin2522 3 жыл бұрын

It's probably good for the rough work but the finer sanding you couldn't get the fine finish the steel wool or fine sandpaper produces

@Umski 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that's a revelation for me - I keep all my old belts, not knowing what to do with them, but after a project removing several layers of linseed based paint and gloop coming out of the wood on some big pitch pine pieces (think 40 foot long, 10in wide x2, 4 sides each) - each 40-grit belt lasts about 2 feet and either gives up as the joint breaks or gets clogged up - I will definitely try the tyre trick and get some more life out of them!

@patpringle5218 3 жыл бұрын

Pat here from Toronto Canada. I am a weekend woodworker and have been using one of these sticks for over 10 yrs. It does a super job on all grits of sandpaper and has not hardened or dried out. Even after using it several 100 times, it is still substantial in size and will likely last another 10 yrs. It is far superior to a wire brush or wheel. Great video. Thanx.

@jzeerod 3 жыл бұрын

dang they have to get these things to wear a little faster or the will be out of business shortly!

@shedmanx3640 3 жыл бұрын

Mate I’m from Australia and have used one of these sticks for the past 4-5 years and would have been lucky to have worn off about 1 inch of rubber in that time. I clean my bench top belt sander, mobile belt sander, random sander, 1” x 30” belt sander, electric file and even my hand sanding pad. It’s brilliant. Sure if you’re too tight to spend the $8 on EBay, old rubber soles work too.

@theoriginalmonstermaker 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Good info! I'm super cheap and was scrolling the comments knowing I'd get a dozen recommendations for household items that would work in same way, but now that I know they last that long (and pretty damn cheap) I think I'll just splurge and treat myself : ) It seems like a better shape for the function than a shoe anyway, and easier/ cleaner to store in drawer. Sold.

@michaelbarnes9138 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video on how to make your abrasive cleaning stick last just that little bit longer. Thanks

@davidcleary9510 2 жыл бұрын

Probably have to clean it with sandpaper. And that's how you make a perpetual cleaning machine.

@jackmclane1826 3 жыл бұрын

Just use anything made from a rubbery substance. No need to buy anything. Piece of old tire, soles of worn out shoes, a hardened cardridge of silicone...

@joe7272 2 жыл бұрын

and it's suddenly perfect for pyrolization! (turn it into diesel)

@solivier7983 3 жыл бұрын

I use an old Croc. I wear out my Crocs regularly and keep them for this, works brilliantly. Like the tip about flipping the belt, though, I'm going to do that too.

@52memor 3 жыл бұрын

I use an old trainer...... and unless you've only got one leg you've got two old ones

@aliali4747 2 жыл бұрын

Instead of flipping the belt, why not just turn the rubber stick the other way around?

@brianbrewster6532 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this item suggested by Amazon. Up until now, I'd have thought that rubber block a waste of time & money. But not no more! Thanks for posting this. I can only imagine how many thousands of DIY enthusiasts out there over the years have thrown away perfectly good sandpaper not knowing this money saving invention.

@petehafner1659 3 жыл бұрын

I have been wondering what that yellow substance was for a while. Thank you so much for showing it in action. Very well done video.

@blxtothis 3 жыл бұрын

A fine wire brush (like the type designed for cleaning suede shows)does the job for me!

@Adi-S 2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@aditzu0808 2 жыл бұрын

I just tried a bigger wire brush. Finished the pad in 15 second with no damage to the pad. Talking about free product!

@theshangwang Жыл бұрын

Do you think a nylon brush could work too, or is that too soft?

@kcgreen4702 5 ай бұрын

Nylon brush is too soft. Use a big wire brush (along with a heat gun or torch for stubborn clogs).

@cherylsims2053 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for keeping the good tips coming.

@sarahcash7748 3 жыл бұрын

My husband uses our kids old sneakers to do this same thing.

@TheFixerHomeRepair 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Sarah! I actually made a video on that if you are interested... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bLlnoNyDt7ncoKc.html Thanks for watching and for the comment!

@mohabatkhanmalak1161 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFixerHomeRepair So you can actually us any rubber material like tires, tubes etc??

@EowYeah 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheFixerHomeRepair iôphy mm

@henryrollins9177 3 жыл бұрын

I want to be your husband..!

@sarahcash7748 3 жыл бұрын

@@MightyGimp Ha ha haa!

@dmaifred 3 жыл бұрын

Man been using for years with 80% success BUT never thought to FLIP the belt. Big thanks !!

@thomaslemay8817 3 жыл бұрын

Just remember to flip it back before useing it if it is a directional, most are .

@duitfotografie 3 жыл бұрын

I always use a tightly rolled plastic shopping bag works like crazy

@scotsmanofnewengland7713 3 жыл бұрын

I have used one of those for years and it works great.

@redheadedgypsy1939 4 жыл бұрын

Learn something new every day, thanks, this will save me some coin!!!!

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thanks for checking it out!

@21burt15 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mr. Rebel...the eraser stick - well, it's only been out for about 40+ years. Remove the plastic wrapper... by all means. After all, the stick is gum rubber and removing the plastic wrapper will only speed up the drying out process, which, is to the advantage of the manufacturer as you will likely toss it much sooner than if you left it wrapped, and then you'll go out and buy a new one. A win-win! The manufacturer gets to sell more sticks and you've got a fresh new stick much more often. By the way, I've kept my gum rubber stick in the wrapper and it's about 15 - 20 years old... and it still works just fine.

@coppertopjohnson9782 4 жыл бұрын

Any idea that saves a bit of money is a great idea. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! I agree and happy to hear that! Thanks for watching!

@garymcmullin2292 3 жыл бұрын

I've used old rubber shoe soles. Mostly I had on hand old boots with a soft sole. In a pinch you can get pretty good results with pieces of rubber tire.

@garymcmullin2292 3 жыл бұрын

@unreal 99 that's a two thumbs up!!

@sosteve9113 3 жыл бұрын

i do the same in my shop,a old shoe or rubber works ferfectly

@bluecollar58 3 жыл бұрын

Lol , I just wrote almost the same thing , but I’ve used the boots I was wearing. Run the belt on the edge of the heel. Not very good for your boot but it works.

@S___________D 3 жыл бұрын

The toothbrush worked just fine for me so far. I'll give a shot to the rubber too.

@bluecollar58 3 жыл бұрын

@@S___________D , on a belt sander ? This is really meant to work on belts , disk , spindles , things like that. They would just eat a toothbrush.

@dlwaterloo2221 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip. I’m going to be using my belt sander on some deck railings. I’m going to give this a try. Thanks.

@richragan4810 3 жыл бұрын

This was a good find both for me to cleam my 6 inch Rikin belt sander and to watch your channel to learn more. Thank you. BTW relly liked the slow mo!

@andrewtongue7084 2 жыл бұрын

Given the cost of woodworking materials (now), this is an excellent product for prolonging the life of sandpaper; quick, simple to use, with no fuss. Nice !!

@asierdebenito-luthier6215 Жыл бұрын

Rubber sticks work well on almost all sandpaper and clogged dust. But some woods like rosewood or pauferro are oily, and others like linden tend to release long fibers. Their clogged dust it difficult to remove specially from drum sanders. So, as it uses sanding cloth, I put it in water, wait one hour, and then rub with a nail brush. It works great and all dust are removed. Then simply hang the strip from the ceiling to dry, and ready to use again.

@DanaConquersBoutique 4 жыл бұрын

Very good tip! Thanks!

@sportakiss888 4 жыл бұрын

Love this. Just bought some! Thanks!!!!!

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

@irksome100 3 жыл бұрын

I always used one of my kids old flip-flops. Works wonders.

@ThPaScCo 3 жыл бұрын

99 cents for two in various colors

@FabulousFindsbyAmy 2 жыл бұрын

What also works that you already have is an old tennis shoe, just use the rubber sole as well as my personal favorite, silicone caulk. Every time I use caulk I put all of the excess together, roll it into a ball, put it in a tin or ziploc bag then throw it in the bag that I keep all my sanding stuff in, both ways costs $0.

@dgb5820 3 жыл бұрын

That is bloody amazing

@FarmerBoBonYoutube 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice tip. Thanks brother, like your video presentation as well 👍👌👏 In my own workshop i always used a fine wirebrush and air. But also seen a few comments below about old sneakers and especially that dried silicone tubes. I always just chuck those.. i will definitely give them a try next time.. Thanks ...😊

@Onionbaron 3 жыл бұрын

If your sanding lacquered or oiled wood, use a stick of margarine on the belt and the gunk wont stick.

@jessejackson4690 3 жыл бұрын

Thats about all margarine is good for 😆

@Onionbaron 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessejackson4690 Agree!

@jacquelyngonzales7006 4 жыл бұрын

Your gonna have a million subbies soon great job dude im new to ur channel I've learned alot from your channel keep it up cuz I need help haha

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear that! Thanks so much for your support!

@jacquelyngonzales7006 3 жыл бұрын

Your very welcome

@woodman3416 3 жыл бұрын

I’m been using this type of sand paper stick for over 10 years and I’m still using the same one. Nice Video.

@devas522 3 жыл бұрын

We learn something new every day. Thanks

@TheFixerHomeRepair 3 жыл бұрын

No problem, Javier! Had fun making this video! Thanks for watching!

@ts109 9 ай бұрын

I find a file cleaning brush or wire brush works good along with the rubber cleaner. And the really stubborn spots can be picked away with with a razor knife blade. That said, once the sharp points are rounded down, its dull and not cutting but buffing even though its clean and looks good.

@lambanardy 3 жыл бұрын

I use this same, very good method.

@billyjay4672 3 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed, as I found this very interesting.

@pspence1963 4 жыл бұрын

Love these little tips.

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

That’s good to hear! I will keep posting them if you keep watching! Thanks!

@pspence1963 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheFixerHomeRepair I will for sure

@wileycoyotesr8623 4 жыл бұрын

what a great product thanks for sharing it

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out, Wiley!

@DrIngo1980 3 жыл бұрын

Newer belt sanders can be clamped down on a workbench upside down. So if you clamp it down upside down, you can easily press the trigger and apply the cleaning stick. Works like a charm for me. And thanks a lot for the belt flipping tip. Hadn't thought about that yet.

@killdbxatz 4 жыл бұрын

congrats on 100k dude

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@jodifinnegan8797 4 жыл бұрын

That sandpaper cleaning stick is amazing! No more trying to use the part of sandpaper that hasn't gotten gunked up! 😂

@hareshbhaipatel9280 3 жыл бұрын

@northoltrfc 3 ай бұрын

Another great human beingmaking a wonderful contribution to society. Cheers!

@nitanice 3 жыл бұрын

holy cow. That was awesome!

@rcb3921 3 жыл бұрын

3:30 for demonstration.

@martingerken7094 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, bad information to bla_bla ratio, sadly. But that's how YT works

@wills5482 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, he could've made the video 1min long.

@marvab.4024 4 жыл бұрын

WOW Thanks for sharing!

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out as always, Marva!!

@honestinfo7780 2 жыл бұрын

Really informative... thanks!!

@piotrlenarczyk5803 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for video.

@barnes9001 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing...

@MrFmiller 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve always just used a very stiff plastic scrub brush. It works well.

@theshangwang Жыл бұрын

Do you think a nylon brush could work too, or is that too soft and won't get much grit off? I would think a steel brush might scrub off some of the sandpaper's own grit.

@PanchobabyDotCom 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Now I know it's good to buy.

@TheFixerHomeRepair 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Hope you enjoyed the video!

@CaptainRScott 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely Done!

@dariocaucino 3 жыл бұрын

Saved! Thanks very much!

@herrroy4963 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@juselii 4 жыл бұрын

Damn thats pretty nice, i use compressed air to clean sandpaper at work but it won't get all the stuff. Not really a problem because i don't have to pay for suplies but this could be very handy at home.

@lawnmowerdude 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I got a stick of that in some tools give to me and had no idea what it’s used for.

@Baltihunter 3 жыл бұрын

I’m impressed

@sinilangchex8860 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing good job

@michebre 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks great information. Thanks so much.

@waterbourne9282 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool.

@raymondpalacios3032 3 ай бұрын

Nice video, and I ordered one from Amazon. Thank you.

@bitelogger Ай бұрын

Hi, great video, also really liked your logo with the effect of fixing the last word!

@davidlean8674 3 жыл бұрын

I found it helps to just keep the sawdust off the work. So the sanders with little holes in them help. As does moving in broader circles & blowing/sucking the dust from the sides of the sander.

@jacobsandoval9970 3 жыл бұрын

Skateboarders have been using a similar looking thing to clean the grip tape for at least 10 years now

@sprungjitsu8465 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one 👌

@kjgas6945 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir👍👍🤠🤠🎯🎯

@ranaldh1 3 жыл бұрын

An old=fashioned pencil eraser will do the same job.

@sparked3113 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome , thanks

@buddy77587 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous!

@bladerunnersn 2 ай бұрын

Thanks bro

@deejaycalanoc 2 жыл бұрын

Its the same thing sold in skate shops used to clean skateboard grip tape. Grip tape is essentially sandpaper. A wire brush helps get all the left over gunk.

@HappyPappynKatyTX 2 жыл бұрын

Sold. And subscribed

@TheFixerHomeRepair 2 жыл бұрын

Cool. And Awesome! Thanks so much!

@jackieworthington6892 Жыл бұрын

I wondered what these blocks were for, great example

@MrBer43 3 жыл бұрын

I started cleaning sander belts this way 40+ years ago🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@siriosstar4789 3 жыл бұрын

40 years ago we use to trade tool stories and knowledge during coffee breaks , including the belt sander cleaning stick . 😂

@rancidpitts8243 3 жыл бұрын

I had wondered if they were just a gimmick, or did they have any value. Now I know. Gonna git one.

@kjanda84 4 жыл бұрын

almost 100k!!

@Kei-Kei Жыл бұрын

Cool. I left my reciprocating saw blade in the cart at Home Depot and stopped at a different hardware store to grab one. I saw that cleaning thingy and wondered what it was for. Thanx.

@tomtheplummer7322 3 жыл бұрын

Used the cleaner block on the large disc/belt sander. The big floor mount machine. 🤷‍♂️👍🏻

@SalvatoreBoi 2 жыл бұрын

Sincerely I use for this kind of purpose compressed air (6 bar) with the electric tool running, with very good results.

@lar10101 2 жыл бұрын

They're called "resin blocks". At least here in Canada. They work as well as this video shows. Pays for itself in no time.

@samoxafonic 3 жыл бұрын

I use offcuts of pvc tube 25-35mm left on jobsites. Costs nothing and gets the paper just as clean, even removes clogged paints

@jimmygarcia3068 2 жыл бұрын

I'm from south Texas n always wanting to learn something new....

@dondawson7409 3 жыл бұрын

Cool content

@djvasforever 3 жыл бұрын

Or you can use old dried up tubes of silicone. Cut them open and use the same way.

@jaysgood10 3 жыл бұрын

My local hardware store sells those.

@Garanon5 3 жыл бұрын

that's an incredible hack! Much appreciated

@deOliveiraFilipe 3 жыл бұрын

Just be aware that silicone contaminates surfaces. So depending on the finish You want to apply (think paint, clearcoat...) this may be an issue.

@WarrenPostma 2 жыл бұрын

This is particularly useful when you have sandpaper glued to a glass disk or a sanding plate.

@tookatuktuk 4 жыл бұрын

that's so cool :)

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out!

@williamnorris1380 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@twowongs8266 2 жыл бұрын

This is an oldie but goodie...been using that for at least 35 years.

@sahrinsamad9815 Жыл бұрын

Good video

@thinkcritically7564 2 жыл бұрын

Damnit man I need that now!

@lorettamurphy988 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@lawrenceogden8682 3 жыл бұрын

used one a few years ago worked well still dont understand how it happens but it does

@stavrost6559 3 жыл бұрын

Good one..even though I use an air compressor to clean it

@AndyTheXTech 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Dude! You should get 2 belt sanders and mount them to your shoes. 🤣 I’ll try it if your scared. 👍😉

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Oh you think I won't!? haha thanks for checking it out, Andy!

@darknewt9959 3 жыл бұрын

Arduino controlled, via YT comments.

@COMB0RICO 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@wormhole2010 2 жыл бұрын

legend!

@SSSCya 3 жыл бұрын

I had something like this over 30 years ago. The one I had was about 4" wide, 6" long, and 3" thick and it was glued to a piece of sheet metal so you could screw it down on a bench top. When your belt got gumped up you just walked over to it and ran your sander over the top and in a minute you were back to sanding.

@killdbxatz 4 жыл бұрын

i’m here right before 100k subs

@TheFixerHomeRepair 4 жыл бұрын

😁 Thanks for being here!

@grvues8494 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe ”No need to remove Wrapper” means it’s better not to. Unless you are using the whole bar in one go, you get to store it clean in the wrapper after each use.