3M Aluminum Oxide Sandpaper is used for general purpose sanding on paint, wood and metal. Be sure to sand with the grain of the wood and always work through a sequence of grits, from coarse to very fine. This sandpaper is made with aluminum oxide mineral.3M Aluminum Oxide Sandpaper 9000NA, 9 in x 11 in, Very Fine grit. 3M sandpaper comes in a variety of minerals and a wide grit range. This very fine grit aluminum oxide sandpaper is a general purpose abrasive that can be used on painted surfaces, bare wood, and metal. The 9 in x 11 in sheets can be cut to size to use by hand, on a sanding block, or a power tool sander. Sanding is an integral step in preparing a surface to receive a coating. For the best sanding results, sand with the grain of the wood and work through a sequence of grits, from coarse to very fine.