Head to head · Commitment vs. Range
Sheets
Norton 3X Sheet Sandpaper — 220 Grit (20-pack)
Where rough gives way to something worth running your fingers across.
Sheets
3M Pro Grade Precision Assorted Pack
Five grits. One box. Everything you need to finish what you started.
Side by side.
| Norton 3X Sheet | 3M Pro Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Sheets | Sheets |
| Grit | 220 | 80-320 assorted |
| Material | aluminum oxide | aluminum oxide |
| Price tier | Pro | Mid |
| Best for | hardwood, pre-stain, between coats | wood, paint prep, general DIY |
The verdict
One grit done right, or five grits done well.
The 3M Pro Grade gives you five grits and a box that handles most of what a job throws at you. The Norton 3X gives you 220 — one grit, done properly. If you already know which grit you need, the Norton doesn't ask you to settle. If you're still figuring out, the 3M buys you the answer.
Pick Norton if
You know it's 220 and you're not reaching for another sheet.
Pick 3M if
You're still figuring out where the job lives.
Ready to decide?
Norton 3X Sheet Sandpaper — 220 Grit (20-pack)
Where rough gives way to something worth running your fingers across.
3M Pro Grade Precision Assorted Pack
Five grits. One box. Everything you need to finish what you started.
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