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Try This: Sandcarve Sandstone in 8 Steps
In this tutorial, we’re going to cover how to create an outdoor family name sign. One of my dear friends…
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A Progression of Dimensional Etching
The four images of the leaf showcased below display the dimensional etching in stages. Dimension etch: A single dimension is…
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Sandcarving 101: The Wire Wheel Brush
There are a few reasons to use a wire wheel brush on your photoresist film. The wire wheel brush is…
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Sandcarving Tip: Working with Wine Bottles
A 5mil photoresist is generally used for sandcarving wine bottles because of the ability to achieve substantial depth for the…
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How does the sandcarving process vary with glass versus wood?
Sandcarving glass gives you the ability to blast a surface, moderate, or deep etch. The etch on glass provides contrast.…
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When working with large substrates, what should sandcarvers keep in mind?
Oversized (4′ X 8′) carpeted worktables are important. A well thought-out work environment is key to working with oversize projects. Larger…
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How can a decorator be successful with sandcarving?
Start with proper and quality equipment for this process. Purchasing quality equipment comes with quality support. Also consider attending a…
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What should a sandcarving user always keep in mind?
A top consideration for sandcarving is having quality artwork. In some cases, creating quality artwork can be a challenge due…
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What steps should be taken to ensure efficiency with sandcarving?
When it comes to making a photoresist stencil, ensure the artwork is in vector form (black and white). The next…
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What substrates are not ideal for sandcarving?
Plastic or acrylic. This material can be sandcarved, but no depth can be achieved. Acrylic and sand do not mix…
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What is the best font size to use when sandcarving on glass?
If using a font that is highly contrasted (on glass) – meaning the font is thick on one side and…
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What should sandcarvers keep in mind when working with large substrates?
Oversized (4′ X 8′) carpeted worktables are important. A well-thought-out work environment is key when working with oversize projects. Larger substrates…
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What is the best way to sandcarve curved surfaces?
It is important to rotate the object and nozzle together and maintain a constant 90-degree angle during blasting. By blasting…
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What can I do to speed up the sandcarving process on stone?
Increasing your blasting pressure and using a courser abrasive will speed up the sandcarving process. We recommend 40 psi to…
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What should I keep in mind when sandcarving metal?
Sandcarving metal will either remove the polish or remove the paint and/or coated surface, revealing a satin finish. Sandcarve the…
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What is the secret to creating a good mask for sandcarving?
The secret to a good mask: quality film print and a vacuum frame exposure unit. The vacuum frame exposure unit…
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