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Wave mold

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I purchased a 15" x12" x 2.5" medium wave mold. I have a piece that has the rounded edges from a full fuse.

Will the curvature of the slump allow the piece to stand on edge or will I need to cold work the edges?

Anyone have experience with this type of mold?

Thank you,
Vernelle
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Re: Wave mold

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If the edge is straight to begin with (and squared), and you place it properly (completely straight/squared) on the mold, it will stand on its own. It will, however, be more stable if you coldwork the edge flat.

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Re: Wave mold

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Agree with Dana. I always square mine off to get the additional stability. I would only add that a lap grinder makes quick and easy work of squaring off that edge. Doing it by hand might entail an awful lot of labor ...
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Re: Wave mold

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I use my glass tile saw to get a nice straight edge. Easy!
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Re: Wave mold

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Thank you all for your answers. I teach fusing at a not-for-profit glass school here in Fort Worth and can use their equipment......lap grinder, saw, wet belt sander.... So I will be cold working the piece.

Thanks again for your help,
Vernelle
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Re: Wave mold

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@ Barbara: Do you saw after the slump?
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Re: Wave mold

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Sawing is much easier before the slump, and when I get a nice, flat edge, I do not do any coldworking.
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