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by Greg Rawls
Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:14 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Sandblaster dust collector
Replies: 5
Views: 8899

Re: Sandblaster dust collector

Thanks! I will look into it. I bought the cyclone/bucket that works with the vacuum but it did not work for me.
by Greg Rawls
Wed Jan 13, 2016 8:44 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Sandblaster dust collector
Replies: 5
Views: 8899

Sandblaster dust collector

Does anyone have a recommendation for a dust collector for a sandblaster? I use a HF siphon cabinet. Thanks!
by Greg Rawls
Thu Jun 11, 2015 6:58 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Respirator storage
Replies: 2
Views: 4539

Re: Respirator storage

Get a ziplock bag for a respirator. Particulate cartridges ("pink") just need to be kept clean for sanitation reasons. If you have a chemical cartridge (usually black for organic vapor), it is very important to keep it in a seal bag as the activated charcoal in the cartridge will readily p...
by Greg Rawls
Thu Jun 11, 2015 6:55 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Frit Dust
Replies: 5
Views: 7541

Re: Frit Dust

P95 oil-proof - 95% efficient for particles ≥0.3 microns (µm) P100 oil-proof - 99.7% efficient for particles ≥0.3 microns (µm) As you can see, there is not much difference between P95 and P100. P100's are mainly for asbestos. The downside is breathing resistance is much higher in a P100, making you ...
by Greg Rawls
Sat May 23, 2015 7:03 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Lead free clear
Replies: 3
Views: 5276

Re: Lead free clear

Check the MSDS for it.
by Greg Rawls
Wed Apr 01, 2015 9:28 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Sandblasting Pattern Bar Slices
Replies: 16
Views: 19182

Re: Sandblasting Pattern Bar Slices

I sandblast after fusing and coldwork but before final slump.
by Greg Rawls
Sun Mar 08, 2015 9:34 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Film Festival
Replies: 7
Views: 27360

Re: Film Festival

Love this! Stellar job! I would be proud to display that award... There were lots of Andie MacDowell "sightings" when she was in Woodstock, IL filming Groundhog Day with Bill Murray. I lived in Woodstock at the time and watched several scenes being filmed. A friend of mine was an extra in...
by Greg Rawls
Sat Mar 07, 2015 9:51 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Film Festival
Replies: 7
Views: 27360

Re: Film Festival

Buttercup wrote:Wow! I looked at he edge of the bowl and came to the conclusion that they were painted. Jen
No paint - all glass!
by Greg Rawls
Fri Mar 06, 2015 10:11 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Film Festival
Replies: 7
Views: 27360

Re: Film Festival

Buttercup wrote:Great bowl, Greg, very appropriate theme! Clean bright colours, too. Which type are they, please, if you don't mind my asking? Jen
Type = Bullseye
by Greg Rawls
Tue Feb 17, 2015 9:36 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Film Festival
Replies: 7
Views: 27360

Film Festival

This is a bowl I made for Andie MacDowell who was honored at the recent Beaufort International Film Festival.
by Greg Rawls
Tue Feb 03, 2015 9:34 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Studio set up for plaster silica
Replies: 3
Views: 7616

Re: Studio set up for plaster silica

Do you use a separate room for mixing plaster silica? I'm concerned about the plume of dust created when it is scooped and mixed? What are your solutions? What is acceptable ventilation? Yes I always wear my respirator! I am just worried about being in my studio working after mixing and cleanup has...
by Greg Rawls
Sat Jan 10, 2015 1:03 pm
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Delphi Glass Catalog
Replies: 5
Views: 24062

Re: Delphi Glass Catalog

This is the piece Delphi Glass used without permission - "Jonkonnu"
by Greg Rawls
Sat Jan 10, 2015 10:07 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Delphi Glass Catalog
Replies: 5
Views: 24062

Delphi Glass Catalog

I received the latest Delphi Glass catalog. Never bought from them but I though I'd take a look. Imagine my surprise when I got to page 18 and say a photograph of a piece of my glass art "Jonkonnu." No credits, no permission asked or given. Interesting point is several years ago this same ...
by Greg Rawls
Wed Jan 07, 2015 9:56 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Fire Polish 2.0 / Matte Finish
Replies: 4
Views: 5925

Re: Fire Polish 2.0 / Matte Finish

Since the flaw is on the rim, I would think you could re-cold work it, put it back in the mold and run your same slump program again. Similar but different from Greg's question! I have a 2 layer fully fused and slumped 16"x 3" deep bowl (Bullseye mold and glass). I had a great finish going...
by Greg Rawls
Tue Jan 06, 2015 9:27 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Fire Polishing
Replies: 4
Views: 5816

Re: Fire Polishing

The hold at 1175 is to complete the slump. I'm trying to avoid damning because that means I have to cold work again. Thanks for the good advice! Greg, I wouldn't exceed 150F/h in the initial ramp. Don't see a need for a hold at 1175. Like Charlie, not sure 1275 will do it from a sandblast finish. I'...
by Greg Rawls
Mon Jan 05, 2015 11:42 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Fire Polishing
Replies: 4
Views: 5816

Fire Polishing

I have finished a piece - 1/2" thick, 16" diameter. Bullseye glass. During cold working the piece I scratched it pretty bad so I need to fire polish. I want the piece shiny vs matte and I don't want to cold work it again! It is ready for slump. Suggestions? I'm thinking that I sandblast it...
by Greg Rawls
Sun Aug 10, 2014 8:12 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: non toxic fish tunnels
Replies: 3
Views: 5001

Re: non toxic fish tunnels

I discuss the non-toxicity of glass on my website

http://www.gregorieglass.com/Health_Saf ... mical.html
by Greg Rawls
Sat May 31, 2014 7:53 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Compressor recommendations?
Replies: 28
Views: 33279

Re: Compressor recommendations?

I've got a siphon and am considering buying a pressure pot. Which pressure pots are ya'll using? Any special issues?
by Greg Rawls
Tue May 20, 2014 7:41 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: vasoline glass
Replies: 5
Views: 6693

Re: vasoline glass

What is vasoline glass?