Quiz: When sanding a surface, why is it important to sand with the June 16, 2025 by Sander Johnson When sanding a surface, why is it important to sand with the grain of the wood? Discover more about Sanders and Sanding at our home page. A) It prevents the creation of new scratches on the surface B) It increases the speed of sanding C) It decreases the amount of sandpaper used D) It makes the wood smell better Submit Answer