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    Jun 6, 2010, 05:02 PM
    What can I use to sand the edge of a corian top down about an 1/8 inch?
    I want to sand the end of my corian counter top back about 1/8 inch. I need to get my refrigertor in and I need to get it back about 1/8 inch.
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    Jun 6, 2010, 05:19 PM

    Carbide bit and a router. Sanding, if necessary can be done with sandpaper using eventually 2500 grit or finer.
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    Jun 6, 2010, 05:40 PM

    I'm with KISS, sanding will take forever and you won't get a very straight edge.
    If you don't have a router, Harbor Freight sells a trim router for about $21. Only runs at 20,000 rpm but not a bad trim router. A one half inch carbide bit with 1" cutting edge will cost you about the same. Glue a guide to counter top with hot glue. You won't be able to get completely to the back edge, that you can sand.
    If Harbor Freight not convenient, order online.
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    Jun 6, 2010, 10:06 PM

    Harold and KISS are right on.

    To do the last bit by wall u can use a right angle grinder(with great care). These can be rented at most big box stores.

    Chuck
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