3M™ 35110 ADHERENT SANDING CLOTH

3M™ 35110 TACK CLOTH: everything you need to know about this professional sanding consumable

The 3M™ 35110 tack cloth is a consumable built for professionals who make no compromise on finish quality.

Its tacky abrasive face fixes directly to compatible sanders, without clips or staples, for fast changes and no lost time.

Designed by 3M, it offers long life and a consistent cut on metal, wood and composite materials.

Available from Dagobert Industrie, an official 3M distributor, so you are sure to receive a genuine product that meets industrial requirements.

Introducing the 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth: design and technology

A non-woven abrasive structure designed for finish sanding

The 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth relies on a non-woven fibre structure impregnated with abrasive grains. This type of construction is radically different from conventional sandpaper.

The fibres form a three-dimensional network that spreads pressure evenly over the surface being treated. The result: less risk of deep scratches, even on sensitive materials.

The word "tack" in its name indicates that the cloth is compatible with hook and loop fixing systems. It mounts directly on the pads of sanders equipped with this system, without glue or staples.

Its design lets it adapt to curved and irregular surfaces. The cloth follows the profile of the part, where a rigid disc would struggle to keep up.

The abrasive grains used are typically based on aluminium oxide or silicon carbide, chosen for their effectiveness in finish and between-coat sanding. The aim is an even surface finish before a coating or paint is applied.

At Dagobert Industrie, we offer this cloth to professionals looking for a reliable, reproducible finishing solution that is compatible with their existing equipment.

Typical properties and technical features of 3M™ 35110

3M™ 35110 is a tack cloth designed for finishing and surface preparation work in a professional environment.

Its aluminium oxide abrasive gives a clean, consistent cut. It suits metal and wood as well as plastic.

The tacky face allows direct fixing to compatible sanding blocks, without claws or mechanical fixing. The result: quick changes during work.

The non-woven fabric backing gives it good conformability. It follows slightly curved shapes without tearing.

• Abrasive mineral: aluminium oxide
• Backing: flexible non-woven fabric
• Fixing: PSA face (pressure-sensitive adhesive)
• Typical uses: intermediate sanding, finishing, dust removal between coats of paint
• Compatibility: sanding blocks with adhesive fixing

Compared with a conventional hook and loop disc, the PSA system of 3M™ 35110 limits unwanted vibration. The bond between cloth and block is more even across the whole surface.

Applications and areas of use of the 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth

The 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth is designed for fine sanding on surfaces that demand precision and consistency. It fits into industrial finishing, bodywork, joinery and maintenance processes.

Its tacky abrasive face fixes directly onto hook and loop pads. No glue or extra accessory is needed: changing the consumable is quick, even in production.

It excels in intermediate and finish sanding: removing paint marks, preparing surfaces before primer, light roughing on painted or varnished parts.

Surfaces and materials compatible with this tack cloth

3M™ 35110 suits a wide range of materials. Here are the main areas of application:

• Metal: steel, aluminium, stainless steel, preparation before painting or surface treatment
• Wood: finish sanding on furniture, panels, frames
• Plastic and composite: car bodywork, moulded parts
• Paint and varnish: removing defects, sanding between coats
• Building materials: fillers, plaster, fibrous plaster

At Dagobert Industrie, this cloth is particularly popular with bodyshops and industrial joiners. Its flexibility lets it follow curved shapes and complex profiles without tearing material.

It suits manual work as well as use on an orbital or finishing sander, which makes it a versatile consumable suited to many workshops.

Comparison: 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth against other finishing abrasive solutions

The market for finishing abrasives offers several solutions. Here is how the 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth compares with common alternatives.

Paper abrasive sheet remains effective on large flat surfaces, but it tears easily and does not adapt to relief.

Hook and loop discs are for machine use only. They cannot be used by hand on a profiled part or in a hard-to-reach area.

An abrasive sponge follows shapes better, but its grit range is limited and its back sticks to nothing: it slips during work.

3M™ 35110 combines the best of both worlds: a flexible fabric backing that follows every contour, and a repositionable tacky back that fixes to a block or the palm without glue or hook and loop.

It is particularly useful for bodywork, joinery or industrial paint finishing, where corners, mouldings and recesses make other abrasives ineffective or risky for the surface.

Usage tips and good practice for the best results

The 3M™ 35110 tack cloth gives its best results when used correctly. A few simple habits make all the difference.

Always prepare the surface before applying the cloth. Remove dust, degrease and check there is no moisture. A clean substrate ensures optimal adhesion and even sanding.

Work with regular, controlled movements, following the grain of the material. Avoid excessive pressure: the cloth does the work, there is no need to force.

Replace the cloth as soon as you notice clogging or loss of abrasive efficiency. Carrying on with a worn abrasive degrades the finish and needlessly lengthens working time.

• Use the right grit for each step: coarse grit for roughing, fine grit for finishing.
• Fold the cloth into several layers to work on narrow areas or complex profiles.
• Keep unused cloths away from dust and moisture to preserve their properties.
• On sensitive materials (lacquered wood, polished metal), always test on a hidden area before working on the visible surface.

For bodywork or fine joinery applications, combine 3M™ 35110 with a rigid sanding block to achieve perfect flatness on large flat surfaces.

FAQ: 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth

1. What is the 3M™ 35110 Tack Cloth used for?

3M™ 35110 is a tack cloth designed for hand sanding on flat or slightly curved surfaces.

It is mainly used in bodywork finishing, joinery or surface preparation before painting or varnishing.

2. What sets it apart from conventional sandpaper?

Unlike standard sandpaper, 35110 has an adhesive back that lets it be fixed directly to a holder, block or sanding pad without mechanical fixing.

The result: no slipping, better contact with the surface, more precise and faster work.

3. On which materials can it be used?

3M™ 35110 suits metal, plastic, wood and primers. It is particularly suited to already painted or primed surfaces to be sanded between coats.

It handles dry as well as wet sanding, depending on the grit selected.

4. How do I choose the right grit?

For roughing or removing defects, choose a fine to medium grit (e.g. P180-P240). For finishing before painting, go up to P400 to P800.

At Dagobert Industrie, we offer 3M™ 35110 in several grits to cover the whole sanding process.

5. Is the cloth easy to reposition?

Yes. The adhesive on 35110 is designed to be repositionable: it can be peeled off and put back on the holder without losing its grip.

This avoids waste and helps maximise the life of the cloth between uses.

6. How long does 3M™ 35110 last compared with a conventional abrasive?

Thanks to 3M quality mineral grain and its non-woven backing design, 35110 resists clogging well and keeps its abrasive power longer than standard sandpaper.

In practice, a single 35110 cloth can replace several conventional abrasive sheets on the same job.