Q: I was wondering if there is a difference between buffing and sanding.
A: Generally, buffing means sanding lightly so as to gently abrade a coat of finish to accept another coat. This is usually accomplished with a polisher and either an abrasive pad or screen which comes in various levels of course to fine grits.
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