Locking Sanding Block

[Robert Tutsky]

I have come up with a bench top version of a sanding block that I call the Locking Sanding Block. I say “locking” because the way it’s designed the sandpaper is locked into position and won’t come loose, it stays taught even after a long period of sanding. (Click on image to enlarge pics).


It is built using baltic birch and walnut. The size of the block takes advantage of a 9″ x 12″ sheet of sandpaper with three strips of approximately 3″ W x 7″ L of sanding surface. Even though it’s simply a rectangle block it feels comfortable in your hand during a sanding session.


Sanding block showing locking pins installed into the upper block half.


Showing all of the parts of the Locking Sanding Block you can see how simple it would be to change different sandpaper grits or replace a worn sandpaper with a fresh one. I have labeled each sanding block with the grit installed for quick reference.


I have put together free plans for making one of these sanding blocks here: www.bit.ly/Z9SaoC