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Is glass or crystal easier to engrave than acrylic?
Glass, crystal, and acrylic substrates are all easy to engrave, but they are not well suited to the same method…
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Handling the Hardness of Glass
The simplest way to explain this is to compare the hardness of glass to the universally used “Mineral Hardness Scale…
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What actually happens to glass when it is being etched with a CO2 laser?
Unlike abrasive etching (sandcarving), which physically removes glass from the surface of glass, and also deeper into glass, the CO2…
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What are “water marks” on glass and how can you remove them?
Water marks on glass are mineral deposits resulting from water (or moisture in humid climates) that has dried on the…
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How do I calculate the square footage and weight of glass?
Being able to calculate the square footage of glass (or any other material) is key to knowing just how many…
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What qualities should I look for when purchasing high-end glass for sandcarving?
If you’re sandcarving high-end glass or crystal products, wholesale blanks can be expensive. Even among the more expensive blanks, there…
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How can I improve sandcarved glass and crystal sales?
If you are going to offer glass or crystal, choose pieces for your showroom. Choose a range that spans from…
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