Looking for a dependable, cost-effective abrasive for hardwood floor sanding? Norton Durite® Sandpaper delivers consistent performance across a wide range of wood flooring applications. Made with premium silicon carbide grain, Durite cuts fast and produces a very fine scratch pattern—perfect for finish removal, leveling, and between-coat sanding.
Designed for versatility, Durite is an excellent choice for everything from heavy stock removal to fine surface prep on residential, commercial, and sports flooring.
Sharp Silicon Carbide Grain
Provides fast initial cut and leaves a smooth, consistent scratch—ideal for softwoods and most domestic hardwoods.
Fine Finish Capability
Produces an excellent scratch pattern for water-based or oil-based finishes with minimal swirl risk.
Cost-Effective Performance
Great value option for contractors balancing performance with budget—ideal for prep and maintenance work.
Flexible Backings
Offered on belts, discs, and rolls to fit virtually any floor sanding machine.
Ideal for Between-Coat Abrasion
Excellent choice for light screening, stain prep, and final sanding before sealer or finish.
Available Grits:
24 to 220+ (varies by format)
Formats:
Floor sanding belts (fits major machines: Lagler, Galaxy, Clarke, American Sanders, etc.)
Edger discs
Screen discs and rolls
Sheet rolls for orbital and hand sanding
Grain: Silicon carbide
Backing: Paper, cloth, or mesh depending on product
Stripping old finishes on softwoods and domestic hardwoods
Final prep sanding before stain or sealer
Between-coat abrasion
Screen & recoat maintenance work
Use Norton Durite screens or discs in 120–150 grit for between-coat abrasion on water-based finishes to ensure clean bonding and avoid swirl marks—especially important on gym floors and high-traffic commercial jobs.