Grinding Off the Sharp Bits
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Grinding Off the Sharp Bits
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If you work with glass you are inevitably going to encounter sharp edges.
In this instructable I will give you an introduction to grinding.
The Equipment
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This is the grinder that is used. Water is sprayed as the object is grinded.
Back to the Grind
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As an object is grinded it is difficult to keep track of what has been smoothed and what still needs to be done. A marker is used to show what areas need more work.
Changing the Grinding Wheel
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As the object is smoothed, the wheels need to be changed to allow for finer grades of grinding.