How to Sandblast Glass Tutorial
Just another simple tutorial on how to sandblast glass with a medeviel pattern. Again, very basic, but please hit like and I will create some more in the spring. Thanks!!!!!
About: Eric Robert
My Journey: When I first got into glass etching, I was most interested in the sandblasting process and was about to spend over $10,000 on equipment advertised by manufacturers. Just before I was about to make the irrationally quick decision, I decided to research other lower cost solutions and ended up piecing together a great setup for at least 90% less. My goal through our ebook and membership area is to provide this information so you too can save, while still etching like a pro. It is my aim that a small investment in this information will actually save you thousands.
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Positive and Negative Etching
There are many possibilities with this hobby. Even using the same pattern can result in two different appearances which are known as positive and negative etching. Positive etching is basically cutting out a stencil such as the black areas and marking that area. On the other hand, working with the negative, is when you remove
How to get a whiter etching?
I got another question after the survey was placed, so I figured that I would post it here. See the questions below and my answer: I have used the etching cream, and yes it works. I am looking for whatever it takes to get a stronger, whiter look. Sometimes you can’t see what I have
Survey Responses
Hi everyone, I have finally went through all the questions and responded to the majority of them that I could get too here on the blog. If you have any better advice or questions about a particular answer that I made, I urge you to leave a comment below each post link. If I missed
Post Sandblasting Cabinet Drawings?
Q: Can you post drawings to build your own sand blasting cabinet? A: I recently wrote the plans and drawings which are included in the members area here. You can see my home made sandblast cabinet in the photo. Although it doesn’t look the best, it works great for what I use it for. There
Nozzle Sizes per Abrasive for Glass Sandblasting
Q:There are a lot of nozzle sizes, but no consistent specifications for what material to use with each nozzle, and most people I talked to use a silica sand still for sand blasting. A: Generally, the larger the grit, the larger the nozzle tip size should be, but most sandblasting tips should be about 1/8″
Marks Outside Stencil Problem
Q: Most of the time my etching comes out good, but sometimes I get marks outside the stencil. Does it just take a lot of practice or what am I doing wrong? A: I am not sure which process your using, but I am assuming you’re using the sandblasting process (glassetchingsecrets.com/glasssandblasting.html). Abrasive from your sandblaster
Stained Glass with Etching
Q: I want to learn how to add etching and carving to my stained glass products. Do you have any suggestions? A: I think mixing etching with stained glass is a great idea as I discussed here. I haven’t worked with stained glass yet, but have been wanting to learn that also. One good thing
Mastering Multi-Stage Sandcarving
Q: When I’m doing sandcarving (link to info), I can do 2 stage carving, and I am trying to master the technique of multi stage. Any suggestions? A: Yes, I hear you. It is a big step when moving up an additional advanced stage. It takes a lot of visualization and planning with your stencil
Sandblast in Winter?
Q: Can I keep/use a sandblast cabinet in my garage in winter? Will it work or freeze? Can I safely use it inside? I’m buying the harbor freight $199.00 one this weekend. A: Yes, there is no problem with keeping and using the sandblaster in the garage during the winter. It can’t really freeze up
