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| − | + | Frit is glass that is crushed into small grains of roughly equivalent size for multiple applications. Most companies that carry frit have different size classifications, which may be numbered for relations sake, or simply be labeled Large to Small or Fine. Frit may be clear or any color and the smallest or finest grains of frit are referred to as "powders". Frit is most commonly used as colored glass and applied to the interior of clear tubing to achieve a magnified, grainy appearance, or rolled onto the exterior of a heated tube for a flat, even color application. The frit-rolling method is also used to achieve a certain skin or rock appearance, among other things. While frit has many applications, it can also be very hazardous to your health if coming into contact with skin, eyes, or lungs. Powders are even more dangerous, as the grain sizes of powders can be so small they may move through the air without being visible. Face masks and goggles are recommended during use, as well as thorough washing after use. | |
Revision as of 20:27, 26 February 2012
Frit is glass that is crushed into small grains of roughly equivalent size for multiple applications. Most companies that carry frit have different size classifications, which may be numbered for relations sake, or simply be labeled Large to Small or Fine. Frit may be clear or any color and the smallest or finest grains of frit are referred to as "powders". Frit is most commonly used as colored glass and applied to the interior of clear tubing to achieve a magnified, grainy appearance, or rolled onto the exterior of a heated tube for a flat, even color application. The frit-rolling method is also used to achieve a certain skin or rock appearance, among other things. While frit has many applications, it can also be very hazardous to your health if coming into contact with skin, eyes, or lungs. Powders are even more dangerous, as the grain sizes of powders can be so small they may move through the air without being visible. Face masks and goggles are recommended during use, as well as thorough washing after use.
