Item Name: Diamond Handpad 1200 SKU: DHP1200 Description: Diamond Handpad 1200 is a handheld polishing pad made with 1200-grit diamond abrasive bonded to a flexible backing. It is designed for finishing and smoothing glass surfaces after lampworking, glass fusing, or other glassworking techniques. The 1200-grit diamond surface provides a fine abrasive action that removes minor surface irregularities, tool marks, and flame-frosted finishes while preparing the glass for higher-grit polishing or final buffing. Diamond handpads are chosen over traditional sandpaper because they cut faster, last longer, and maintain consistent grit throughout their working life without clogging or glazing over. How it is used: Wet the glass surface and the handpad with water to create a slurry that helps carry away glass dust and prevents clogging. Using light to moderate pressure, work the pad in circular motions or back-and-forth strokes across the area to be smoothed. Rinse frequently to clear away glass particles and check your progress. For best results, work from lower grits upward, starting with coarser diamond pads if the surface is very rough, then progressing to 1200-grit for fine finishing. After achieving the desired smoothness with the diamond pad, move to higher-grit wet sandpaper or polishing compounds for a glossy final finish.