An abrasive backing is generally provided. In some embodiments, the abrasive backing includes a base sheet, comprising wood fibers, synthetic fibers, cellulose filaments, a saturant, wherein the saturant includes two or more latex polymers and a crosslinking agent, and a first surface and opposing second surface, a barrier coating adjacent the first surface of the base sheet, and a backside coating adjacent the opposing second surface of the base sheet. A method of producing an abrasive backing is also provided.