we use a Ryobi spindle sander to distress painted picture frames. The
sandpaper does not get worn but fills with the latex paint. Any
suggestions on removing the paint for longer use?

You may want to check the lee valley web site. They offer a foam block
for cleaning sand paper.

http://www.leevalley.com

Regards,

Justin West

osuroche wrote:
we use a Ryobi spindle sander to distress painted picture frames. The
sandpaper does not get worn but fills with the latex paint. Any
suggestions on removing the paint for longer use?



Try a wire wheel to remove paint, the finish with spindle sander.

Lew

osuroche wrote:

we use a Ryobi spindle sander to distress painted picture frames. The
sandpaper does not get worn but fills with the latex paint. Any
suggestions on removing the paint for longer use?

I use a art gum eraser type product that's designed to clean sanding
belts. I'd expect it to remove the paint, but not really sure it will
be as effective as removing built-up sawdust.

Dave