---
product_id: 7981608
title: "3M Contour Surface Sanding Sponge, 4.5-in by 5.5-in by 0.2-in"
brand: "3m"
price: "£5.78"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "3 M"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7981608-3m-contour-surface-sanding-sponge-4-5-in-by-5
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# Extremely flexible for contours Ergonomic, easy to hold Resists clogging for longer use 3M Contour Surface Sanding Sponge, 4.5-in by 5.5-in by 0.2-in

**Brand:** 3m
**Price:** £5.78
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Sand smarter, not harder — the flexible finish pro you didn’t know you needed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3M Contour Surface Sanding Sponge, 4.5-in by 5.5-in by 0.2-in by 3m
- **How much does it cost?** £5.78 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7981608-3m-contour-surface-sanding-sponge-4-5-in-by-5)

## Best For

- 3m enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted 3m brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Grip:** Designed for comfortable, fatigue-free sanding sessions.
- • **Multi-Surface Mastery:** Perfectly prepped for wood, metal, plastic, paint, and drywall.
- • **Clog-Resistant Durability:** Keeps working longer without losing grit, wet or dry.
- • **Contour-Ready Flexibility:** Effortlessly sands curves and hard-to-reach spots with unmatched pliability.
- • **Polished Finish Every Time:** Delivers a smooth, professional-grade finish that stands out.

## Overview

The 3M Contour Surface Sanding Sponge is a 4.5 x 5.5-inch aluminum oxide sanding tool engineered for flexible, clog-resistant sanding on contoured and flat surfaces alike. Ideal for wood, metal, plastic, paint, and drywall, it offers an ergonomic grip and wet/dry versatility, making it a must-have for precision finishing and restoration projects.

## Description

3M General Purpose Sanding Pads are designed for sanding surfaces such as wood, paint, metal, plastic and drywall. Extremely flexible pads best used for sanding contoured surfaces and hard to reach places. Pads can also be used for sanding flat surfaces. Resists clogging and can be used for wet or dry sanding.

Review: Perfect. Easy to hold, easy to use - I dug out my old HO train set for the kids to play with. The brass track were oxidized, and I did a little research on what was the best way to clean them off and get them shiny again. One website recommended these 3M sanding sponges so I got one. It's perfect. Cleaned those tracks up perfectly, they look like new and the train is running again. The sponge is soft and easy to hold. My girls helped clean the tracks and were taking turns doing it. All in all I'm very happy with this.
Review: I like this Sanding Sponge - Not much to say except this is exactly what I was expecting. The item can sand directly, but I intend to also use it as a sponge wrapped in my choice of sandpaper. Doing it this way allows me to hand sand and not leave waves because of the odd pressure from my fingers.

## Features

- IDEAL FOR FINISHING surfaces for a polished finish
- EXTREMELY FLEXIBLE, best used for sanding contoured surfaces and hard to reach places
- CAN ALSO BE USED FOR sanding flat surfaces
- EASY TO HOLD
- RESISTS CLOGGING

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00004Z49L |
| Batteries required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #25,947 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #49 in Sanding Sponges |
| Brand | 3M |
| Color | Extra Fine |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (664) |
| Dishwasher compatible | No |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051111106297 |
| Import | Imported |
| Included Components | 1 pk |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 0.3 ounces |
| Item model number | 916DC-NA |
| Manufacturer | 3M |
| Material | Aluminum Oxide |
| Model Name | 916 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Perfume | scent |
| Product Dimensions | 5.5"L x 4.5"W x 0.2"Th |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sanding |
| Special Feature | Flexible |
| Specific instructions for use | specific_uses_for_product |
| Surface Recommendation | Plastic |
| UPC | 051111106297 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** 3M
- **Color:** Extra Fine
- **Included Components:** 1 pk
- **Item Package Quantity:** 1
- **Material:** Aluminum Oxide
- **Model Name:** 916
- **Product Dimensions:** 5.5"L x 4.5"W x 0.2"Th
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Sanding
- **Special Feature:** Flexible
- **Surface Recommendation:** Plastic

## Images

![3M Contour Surface Sanding Sponge, 4.5-in by 5.5-in by 0.2-in - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+0GM-xlRL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect. Easy to hold, easy to use
*by B***R on November 18, 2011*

I dug out my old HO train set for the kids to play with. The brass track were oxidized, and I did a little research on what was the best way to clean them off and get them shiny again. One website recommended these 3M sanding sponges so I got one. It's perfect. Cleaned those tracks up perfectly, they look like new and the train is running again. The sponge is soft and easy to hold. My girls helped clean the tracks and were taking turns doing it. All in all I'm very happy with this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like this Sanding Sponge
*by M***. on January 24, 2025*

Not much to say except this is exactly what I was expecting. The item can sand directly, but I intend to also use it as a sponge wrapped in my choice of sandpaper. Doing it this way allows me to hand sand and not leave waves because of the odd pressure from my fingers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great for small projects
*by J***N on November 20, 2023*

3M is a fantastic company and makes high quality products. However, after frequent use the sponge does start to chip apart. Sometimes I'm sanding drywall or wood and the sponge becomes null or eventually the paper around it breaks off. I wish it was like a true sponge and the entire object could be utilized for sanding. Overall, It works great for small projects or finishes. Easy to use and somewhat durable.

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*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-06-02*