> When it comes to varnishing, I hit it with dry first because this will
> show any holidays, drips or rough spots. Then you can give these areas
> extra attention. Then I go to 250 wet and finish with wet 300. using the
> electric pad sander, I can wet sand the entire bottom half in about 30
> minutes. I work outside with the hose. Just remember your using electricty
> and a hose. You won't find that page in your sander manual. You can be
> smart and use a sponge.

Hi Jay - please tell me more about your sander - brand, model etc. I have a BOSCH 5" ROS and I would be nervous about ruining it by water and epoxy slurry being sucked up into the base. Safety is also a concern.

Hank