How to Set Up a Stained Glass StudioEverything you need to know on how to setup a stained glass studio in your own home minus the glass! All items on this list are top quality and regularly used by professionals in the industry.
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Date created: Apr 23, 2008
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Introduction to Stained Glass: A Teaching Manual [by Rand...
Added Apr 23, 2008
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Pages: 68, Edition: Manual, Paperback, Wardell Pub Inc
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A very good introductory book for Stained Glass.
Nothing can compare to taking an in person class at a local studio or school - but if there are none in the area, this is your best next bet.
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$4 - $12
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6 Compact Straight Jaw Pliers Glass Pliers
Added Apr 23, 2008
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Compact Design is Easy to Carry. Widely Used in the Industry. This smaller version of our CRL 3410 pliers is compact so it fits in your pocket. This plier can be used for plate or stained glass work. A good all-around plier for general use. Made from heat treated steel, they were designed to stand up to everyday use on glass and mirror. Color: Black Steel Length: 6-1/2 in (24.1 mm). Buy from TechnologyLK.
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It's very important to buy a good quality pair of combination pliers when building your own home studio. Cheaper models tend to be alot harsher on the delicate glass you are trying to properly break, and end up heavily chipping edged making for much harder foiling and soldering down the line.
In addition, good pliers will last a long time making the investment well worth it. Just make sure to keep the joint properly lubricated, and avoid any conditions that would cause the metal to rust. If you can't find this one, check out Fan Out brand pliers.
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G43882 - 18" Cork-Backed Stainless Steel Rule
Added Apr 23, 2008
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While nothing spectacular, a cork-barked ruler is a very necessary part of a stained glass home studio. Without the cork backing, the metal ruler will slide and scratch the glass you place it on.
18" is a good all-purpose starting length - if you plan to work with larger sheets of glass, you may need to look into buying a 48" rule, but that's a rare case - more useful in professional sheet cutting.
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$8.09
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Staedtler 318 9: Lumocolor Fine Tip Overhead Projection M...
Added Apr 23, 2008
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Staedtler 318-9 ( STD3189 ): Lumocolor Fine Tip Overhead Projection Marker Fine tip for easy writing on film, transparencies or glossy surfaces in brilliant color. Won't bleed or smudge. Won't dry out even if left uncapped for days. AP Certified nontoxic. [12 Each per box.] Permanent Ink Can be removed with Mars plastic eraser. Black Ink
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For stained glass use, you will need a pen that an write on glass for many purposes; most notably, to outline the pattern of the pieces you are trying to create before cutting them.
Suprisingly, finding a good pen to write on glass is quite the feat. Paint based pens, while good at first, can get very messy and dry up easily even if you take good care of them. Overall a good quality pen for any glass project.
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$12 - $21
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Canfield Soldermate 11
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CANFIELD SOLDERMATE 11 Soldermate 11 is an active, zinc chloride based flux that is water soluble. It's an exellent general purpose flux that is ideal for copper foil work. Soldermate 11 permits solder to flow smoothly and solidify to a nice bead....
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There are not many choices that I have seen in the stained glass flux department. Canfield (which also makes the solder I recommend) Soldermage 11 is a basic, good quality chemical.
Just remember, it's very important to thoroughly clean off any excess liquid after soldering. Not doing so is the main cause of that white powdery build up that you see on solder joints after your finished project sits out in open air. Also, keep in mind there are some US restrictions for shipping these types of chemicals. I don't think they have to be shipped via ground?
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$6.49
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Inland Soldering Iron Stand
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Safely hold your soldering iron and prevent burning your hands and work area. A heavy cast metal base prevents your iron from tipping over and a convenient sponge helps keep your soldering tip clean. The Inland soldering iron stand will hold both Inland and Weller soldering irons.
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Not the most important decision you have to make when building your stained glass home studio, but a definite necessity. Without it, placing your soldering iron directly on your work surface will cause damage to it's expensive tips. To further the aid of tip cleanliness, this stand also has a convenient spot to place a wet wiping sponge (don't use a generic kitchen sponge, as those will burn).
Inland creates a pretty decent quality stand in these regards.
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$7.95
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Weller 100 Watt Soldering Iron
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WELLER 100 WATT SOLDERING IRON The professional's choice. One of the best irons money can buy! Automatically maintains a constant tip temperature without having to make any adjustments. Comes standard with a high quality 3/8" iron clad tip at 700Â...
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A good soldering iron is an important piece to your stained glass home studio. This Weller iron is a very good quality and value. While 80W models are also sufficient, 100W gives you enough power to easily and quickly manipulate any type of solder.
If you're tight on money, going with the 80W model isn't the worst thing in the world, but any professional will always have the 100W.
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$69.95
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Wizard IV Grinder
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WIZARD IV GRINDER- The new Wizard IV is Inland's top-of-the-line grinding machine. It features a large 14.5 x 11.5" reversible work surface, 1" and 1/4" grinding bits, a Second Story worksurface, Face Shield, and a 1/9 horsepower with 40 oz./inch ...
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One of the priciest items in building your own stained glass home studio, and as such, can be the most difficult buying decision. This Wizard IV Grinder is a bit pricey, but is well worth the tag, as it is a very quality piece of machinery.
Add a foot pedal for even more convenience, and you'll be grinding away like a pro in no time.
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$159.95
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