Non-Scratch Finishing Pads for Hard Wax Oil (Pack of 10)

This non-woven white pad turns your random orbital sander into a polisher, making it the go-to tool for applying and buffing hard wax oil finishes evenly across a wood surface. Its non-abrasive fiber-mat construction won't cut into the wood, instead, it works the oil into the grain and levels the finish to a smooth, even sheen without swirl marks.

Prepping Your Surface for Hard Wax Oil

Getting a clean, even finish starts before the pad ever touches the wood. Here's the short version:

1. Sand through your grits
Work up through progressively finer grits, typically finishing around P120-P180, to open the grain evenly and remove any mill marks or old finish.

2. Remove all dust
Vacuum and wipe the surface completely clean. Any dust left behind will show up under the wax oil.

3. Apply the hard wax oil
Apply a thin, even coat by hand or applicator, following the manufacturer's instructions for your specific product.

PRO TIP: To speed up this step, set your random orbital sander to a slow speed with the vacuum off and use it to apply the oil evenly, working side to side across the surface.

4. Buff with the non-woven pad
Attach a clean pad to your random orbital sander and buff the surface in overlapping passes. This works the oil into the grain and levels the finish for a smooth, even result.

This is the short version, for the full step-by-step walkthrough, including dry times and grit recommendations by wood species, see our Hard Wax Oil Application Guide.