Dick Snyder wrote:
I am doing my first project using mahogany. I am using a wood filler before
I apply an oil finish. I bought a wood filler product from Rockler. The
instructions say to sand after the filler has dried but not to sand too hard
or the filler would be removed from the wood pores. Can any one give me some
advice about what grit paper you have used to sand your mahogany after
filling? I would assume something light like 220 but I would like someone
with experience to confirm please.

Thanks.

Dick Snyder

I never used filler with mahogany. I used spar varnish, cut 50% for the
first coat. San flat. Then apply full strength, sanding well between
coats. After 3 or 4 coats, the grain should be pretty well sealed and
smooth. If not, sand well and apply again. You should be able to get a
very smooth surface this way, though much depends on your sanding
technique.

Harvey