The Global Leader in Auto Body Abrasives & Tapes
From aggressive rust removal to the final mirror-glaze polish, Norton Abrasives (by Saint-Gobain) equips auto body professionals with world-class sanding and finishing technology. Shop our massive catalog of Norton BlueFire sandpaper, heavy-duty grinding wheels, Bear-Tex scuff pads, and premium masking solutions designed to speed up your prep time and deliver flawless results.
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Norton BlueFire vs. Gold Reserve
The BlueFire line utilizes advanced zirconia alumina grain. It is incredibly sharp and self-sharpening, making it the premier choice for stripping tough E-coats, grinding fiberglass, and shaping body filler. The Gold Reserve line uses aluminum oxide and is highly resistant to loading (clogging), making it perfect for feather-edging and sanding primer before paint.
Bear-Tex Non-Woven Scuff Pads
Never paint a glossy surface. Norton Bear-Tex pads are flexible, non-woven nylon pads heavily embedded with abrasive grit. Use the Maroon pad (equivalent to 320-grit) for aggressively scuffing primer or raw plastic. Use the Gray pad (equivalent to 800-grit) for scuffing clear coat before a blend or panel repaint without digging deep scratches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Norton Bear-Tex pads wet?
Yes, Bear-Tex non-woven pads can be used dry, or wet with water, degreaser, or scuffing paste. Using them wet helps flush away the abraded material, preventing the pad from loading up and ensuring a very uniform scratch pattern across the vehicle panel.
What is Norton Liquid Ice used for?
Liquid Ice is Norton's premium line of polishing and compounding liquids. It is designed as a streamlined, 1-step or 2-step system to remove fine DA sand scratches (like 1500 to 3000 grit) from fresh clear coat, leaving a brilliant, swirl-free showroom shine.