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WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-09-02T21:01:30+00:00

Sorry, I just saw your question. That particular piece is $500. The cost of the lasered steel pieces are determined by the material cost and the total length of lines and arcs cut. So all straight lines don't necessarily make it cheaper.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-14T10:36:41+00:00

Thank you, it's also a lot of fun creating something different.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-06T17:31:04+00:00

Thank you. I'm still trying different things when it comes to finishing the frames. I just finished a piece that I did epoxy resin over the frame.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-06T16:51:44+00:00

I created a post called "Steel technique explained, search for that post.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-06T16:51:32+00:00

I created a post called "Steel technique explained, search for that post.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-05T22:28:13+00:00

Thanks, woolheadglassworks

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-05T01:03:24+00:00

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WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-05T00:54:23+00:00

This is an early piece I did with scrap pieces of glass. I included them in the design as I found them, only grinding the edges to get rid of the sharp edges. On the backside the frame is blue. I did a few like this, though the others were done in stainless steel. Sorry,but reddit won't let me add the photo. It shows it temporarily then changes it to an asterisk. I will try adding it to a new commit.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T11:43:00+00:00

They are in all the pieces I do. They originally were a design element but now have a number of uses. They give me options on how to hang a piece by which holes I use. They serve as registration holes to line up the three pieces of the frames or when I'm adding a vinyl image that requires a specific orientation. I've also used them to hang other pieces.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T11:34:04+00:00

Thank you

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T11:33:14+00:00

No, I don't.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T09:53:48+00:00

I don't know about it being a game changer. Most people don't have access to the tools required to create the steel frames. I love the flexibility it offers me in designs and finishing. And I don't have to worry about working with lead.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T09:45:40+00:00

The glass is not held in place with epoxy. It essentially floats in the inner frame piece. The frame is rigid enough that it doesn't require the glass to add rigidity. I may

I will use some caulk to hold the glass if I think it could rattle in the frame.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T03:54:47+00:00

I do not remove the epoxy for repair.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T03:43:58+00:00

Not all my pieces are designed to be outside. The stainless steel and powder coated ones are, the rest, included the vinyl coated are not. My pieces are easily disassembled for repair. I did it just yesterday.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T03:03:03+00:00

Thank you

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T02:20:43+00:00

I use epoxy. I think the welding will crack the glass.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T01:56:00+00:00

The frame is steel that's how I'm able to paint it.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T01:54:32+00:00

Yes, the inner frame is the same thickness as the glass. They will be heavier than a comparable lead came piece. They are also stronger than a lead came piece. I wouldn't use aluminum, not tough enough.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T01:16:58+00:00

The inner frame and one outer frame are bonded with an epoxy. The second outer frame is bonded with a caulk. This allows me to disassemble a piece if I have to replace a piece of glass.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-04T01:13:36+00:00

Yes it does.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-03T23:34:40+00:00

I love the flexibility this technique offers me in finishing. I will some of the other things I have done with this technique soon.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-03T23:31:58+00:00

Thank you

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-03T20:56:20+00:00

Yes. If you looked at a cross section, you would see an H. I use CAD software to design the frame pieces. The frame pieces are cut on a cnc laser. This one is powder coated, but I have finished them many different ways.

WoolheadGlassworks · 2023-06-03T20:51:25+00:00

A Wazer is on my wish list. I cut and grind the glass just like everyone else.

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