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Paint preparation products — sanding sheets, masking tape, painter's tape and drop sheets at Double Bay Hardware

Preparation

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Double Bay Hardware stocks a comprehensive range of paint preparation products for trade painters and DIY enthusiasts across Australia. Our range covers abrasives, masking and painter's tapes, cloth and duct tapes, double-sided and mounting tapes, drop sheets, and paint chemicals and solvents — from trusted brands including Norton, Scotch, ScotchBlue, BEAR, Stylus, 3M, UNI-PRO, MACSIM, and Nachi.

Categories Include

  • Abrasives – Norton sanding sheets in dry (P80, P120, P240) and wet & dry (P100, P240, P600, P800) grits, plus a cork sanding block — suitable for surface preparation, paint removal, and finishing on timber, metal, and plaster
  • Masking & Painter's Tapes – Scotch masking tape in 24mm, 36mm, and 48mm widths, and ScotchBlue 36mm original painter's masking tape and Hystik 835 14-day outdoor blue masking tape for clean paint lines on interior and exterior surfaces
  • Cloth & Duct Tapes – BEAR cloth tape in black, white, and silver (50mm×15m), Stylus general purpose cloth tape (48mm×25m), 3M Tartan PVC duct tape (50mm×30m silver), and MACSIM PVC duct tape (48mm×30m grey) for repairs, binding, sealing, and joining
  • Double-Sided & Mounting Tapes – Scotch indoor mounting tapes in multiple sizes (holding up to 6.8kg) and Nachi outdoor double-sided tape (24mm×2m, 2.3kg clear) for bonding, mounting, and decorating applications
  • Drop Sheets & Protection – UNI-PRO plastic protection drop sheets (2.6×3.6m) in standard and heavy-duty options for protecting floors, furniture, and surfaces during painting and renovation work
  • Paint Chemicals & Solvents – Surface preparation chemicals and solvents for cleaning, degreasing, stripping, and conditioning surfaces before painting

All preparation products are selected for reliability and suitability for Australian painting conditions. Our team can help you choose the right abrasive grit, tape width, and protection product for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What paint preparation products do you sell?

We stock abrasives (sanding sheets and sanding blocks), masking and painter's tapes, cloth and duct tapes, double-sided and mounting tapes, plastic drop sheets, and paint chemicals and solvents. Brands include Norton, Scotch, ScotchBlue, BEAR, Stylus, 3M, UNI-PRO, MACSIM, and Nachi.

What grit sandpaper should I use for painting preparation?

For initial surface preparation and paint removal, use a coarser grit such as P80. For smoothing between coats or preparing a previously painted surface, P120 or P240 is suitable. For fine finishing and wet sanding, use P400–P800. We stock Norton sanding sheets in P80, P120, P240, P600, and P800 in both dry and wet & dry formats.

What is the difference between masking tape and painter's tape?

Standard masking tape is suitable for general purpose use and short-term masking. Painter's tape, such as ScotchBlue Original or Hystik 835 14-day outdoor blue tape, is designed specifically for painting — it provides sharper paint lines, is easier to remove cleanly, and is less likely to damage surfaces or leave adhesive residue.

Do you sell drop sheets for painting?

Yes. We stock UNI-PRO plastic protection drop sheets in 2.6×3.6m size, available in standard and heavy-duty options. These are ideal for protecting floors, furniture, and fittings during interior painting and renovation projects.

Do you sell outdoor painter's tape?

Yes. We stock Hystik 835 14-day outdoor blue masking tape (36mm×55m), which is designed for exterior painting applications and can be left in place for up to 14 days without leaving adhesive residue. ScotchBlue original painter's tape is also suitable for many outdoor applications.
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