On Wed, 30 Jan 2008 21:09:38 -0600, Richard J Kinch
wrote:

Simpson writes:

Can anyone shed any light on this for me?

Don't use silica sand, play sand, or such. It is a very hard abrasive and
will destroy stuff as it sheds off the paint. Paint stores sell pumice for
an anti-skid additive.

Paint stores that sell silica sand for paint must have it wrong then?

http://www.lanemt.com/traction_sand.htm

http://www.usg.com/navigate.do?resou...t_Additive.htm