How to store sandpaper

[Eowyn]

With my recent shed reorganisation, I'm trying to tidy everything up.

Does anyone have any smart ways to store your sandpaper? (the flat sheet stuff, not the rolls). I have a few ideas in mind, but thought I'ld ask.

Currently, all my flat sandpaper is stored in a plastic drawer, and it is hard to see what i've got, and the corners are curling up.

[markharrison]

I bought one of those portable files from an OfficeWorks store. Works quite well.

[munruben]

This looks a good idea http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/wk_storage_organization/article/0,2037,DIY_14428_2275395,00.html

[Chesand]

I made one like that from scrap 12mm chipboard with 3 mm MDF inserts.
I label each slot with the sandpaper grit.
I actually have 2 - one for ordinary paper and one for wet & dry.
I also use a texta to write the grit size in large print in several places on the back of the sheets. Makes it easier to see when laying on the bench.

[Ashore]

Been asked many times before
http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=37073
try here:2tsup:

[Eowyn]

Thanks Ashore.

I did do a search before posting! Obviously not a very thorough search :)

I do like you box design.

[Ashore]

Saw it in a wood mag somewear and have been using it for the last 5-6 years with good results , papers always flat dry and in one place :2tsup:

[rrich]

I went to a computer oriented swap meet. I purchased one of those flip files for the old 5-1/4" floppy disks. It now holds the sandpaper for my 5 inch ROS.

[haosiliu235]

I stack them together and put a piece of flat timber that's around the same size of the paper on the sand paper.:U it doesnt look tidy...but keeps the papers flat

[noelhi1]

I use a old small fridge(not working) and put a 10 watt globe inside it this keeps the moisture out and it stops the paper rolling I find it's very good for the belts hope this helps :2tsup:

[weisyboy]

i use those aligator clips with 12" x 1" x 1/2" strips glued to them to stop it curling and hang them on hooks on the wall.:2tsup:

[Christopha]

I use a old small fridge(not working) and put a 10 watt globe inside it this keeps the moisture out and it stops the paper rolling I find it's very good for the belts hope this helps :2tsup:

Not woodwork I know but also a great way to store welding rods!:D

[Eli]

I use a portable hanging file box as well. There's extra room in the back of it for manuals and warranties too.

[Eowyn]

Thanks everybody, for the suggestions.
This is what I came up with.


Finished today with Cabots Crystal Clear as per Ekim's suggestion
http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/showpost.php?p=608205&postcount=9

[RufflyRustic]

Looks great Eowyn. I like how you've picked a few ideas and put them together in what will work for you.
Cheers
Wendy