{"product_id":"double-sided-nail-files-100-180-grit-packs","title":"Double-Sided Nail Files, 100\/180 Grit, Packs of 3, 5 or 10 in 6 Shapes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA good file is the quiet workhorse of every manicure table. These double-sided nail files carry 100 grit on one face and 180 grit on the other, so a single tool takes you from shaping and shortening a nail to smoothing the edge, without reaching for a second file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sandpaper surface sits on a foam layer over a rigid board, which keeps the file firm enough to hold a line and gives it a little cushion under the hand. Choose a shape and a pack size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 100\/180 means\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrit is a number for how coarse an abrasive is: the lower the number, the coarser the cut. The 100 side removes length and bulk quickly, which is handy for shaping natural nails, shortening press-ons and leveling acrylic or gel overlays. The 180 side is finer, so it softens the edge and smooths the surface the coarse side has just worked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShapes and what is in each pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pack holds files of one shape, with 100\/180 printed on the surface. The photos show each shape as it is sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Half-Moon: a curved gray file with a gentle arch. Packs of 3, 5 or 10. Its size is 17.5 cm long and 2.7 cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Boomerang: a black file with a pronounced curve that follows the shape of the nail. Packs of 3, 5 or 10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Square: a wide black file with square ends, with a broad flat face for leveling. Packs of 5 or 10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Slim: a narrow black straight file with rounded ends for tighter spaces. Packs of 5 or 10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Square and Gray Diamond: gray straight and pointed-shoulder files in packs of 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the file flat against the free edge and work in one direction rather than sawing back and forth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart on the 100 side to set the length and shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn to the 180 side to soften the edge and smooth the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe away the dust before you apply gel, polish or press-on glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese files suit acrylic, poly and builder gel manicures as well as natural and press-on nails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiles are consumables. Replace one when the grit is clogged or worn smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly the half-moon size is given in centimeters here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a lint-free wipe or soft brush close by to clear the dust between steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/white-sponge-nail-buffer-blocks-packs\"\u003eWhite Sponge Nail Buffer Blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nail-dust-brush-sets-trio-six-or-ten\"\u003eNail Dust Brush Sets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich side is which grit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach file is double-sided with 100 grit on one face and 180 grit on the other. The marking 100\/180 is printed on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use them on acrylic and gel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. They suit acrylic, poly extension and builder gel manicures, as well as natural nails and press-ons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich shape should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurved files such as the half-moon and boomerang follow the nail and suit shaping. Straight files give a flat, even face for leveling and for working the sides of a nail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many files do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pack of 5 covers a home kit with spares. If you do sets for friends or practice often, the pack of 10 gives the lowest cost per file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I wash and reuse them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe do not give washing instructions for these files, so think of them as consumables and replace them when they stop cutting cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nails And Cosmetics","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 5 \/ Gray Half-Moon","offer_id":67616051167287,"sku":"NC-FILE-HM-5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5 \/ Black Boomerang","offer_id":67616051200055,"sku":"NC-FILE-BM-5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5 \/ Black Square","offer_id":67616051232823,"sku":"NC-FILE-SQ-5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5 \/ Black Slim","offer_id":67616051265591,"sku":"NC-FILE-SL-5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10 \/ Gray Half-Moon","offer_id":67616051298359,"sku":"NC-FILE-HM-10","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10 \/ Black Boomerang","offer_id":67616051331127,"sku":"NC-FILE-BM-10","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10 \/ Black Square","offer_id":67616051363895,"sku":"NC-FILE-SQ-10","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10 \/ Black Slim","offer_id":67616051396663,"sku":"NC-FILE-SL-10","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3 \/ Gray Half-Moon","offer_id":67616051429431,"sku":"NC-FILE-HM-3","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3 \/ Black Boomerang","offer_id":67616051462199,"sku":"NC-FILE-BM-3","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3 \/ Gray Square","offer_id":67616051494967,"sku":"NC-FILE-GS-3","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3 \/ Gray Diamond","offer_id":67616051527735,"sku":"NC-FILE-GD-3","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1075\/7292\/files\/hero-half-moon-pile.jpg?v=1791895033","url":"https:\/\/nailsandcosmetics.com\/products\/double-sided-nail-files-100-180-grit-packs","provider":"Nails","version":"1.0","type":"link"}