Glass Organizer Lampworking - Glass Blowing Techniques

[@MattJasa]

Thanks for checking out this video! Even though its a few years old it contains a lot of useful information. I'll be revisiting some of this information along with Kiln Usage in my next video of the current year (2020). Link -- [Not Yet Posted]

[@BrotherBmp3]

just found your channel, glad to see there is more people puting out useful info for noob, after revere stopped its been slow. much appreciated brother

[@MattJasa]

Thank you! Glad you find it helpful. I focus mainly on info for beginners or a general audience, but from time to time I like to attempt some wilder projects to keep things exciting. If you have any questions fire away!

[@BrotherBmp3]

@@MattJasa I just got some glow in the dark frit, ive never used frit or glow in the dark material before, is there anything i could watch out for?

[@MattJasa]

@@BrotherBmp3 The glow frit seems like a new thing to hit the market (at-least for me) so I'm not quite sure how to work it yet. Has it been doped into clear glass frit already or is it pure powder? Be extra careful not to inhale it, glass frit always has a bit of glass dust trapped with it.

[@BrotherBmp3]

@@MattJasa its a powder, didnt think of the damage it could do, ill report back my findings

[@MattJasa]

@@BrotherBmp3 It might be Strontium Aluminate[SrAl2O4]. Try not to raise the temperature above 1090°C/1994°F. I'm not sure how its going to react to the glass, I'm thinking you might need to dilute it into clear frit sort of like making Koolaid.

[@davidcoon3602]

Thanks Matt for such an informative and educational video on those three different types of glass. I worked with Quartz (fused silica) and Borosilicate in a scientific/Laboratory setting for many years and it's good to see you continuing this art form. I just discovered your channel so I am pretty stoked and excited to see your videos. Keep up the good work brother.

[@MattJasa]

Hey David! It's always great to meet other glass workers. I do have some Quartz but its incredibly hard to work with, It takes so much heat. All my work has been with borosilicate so far. Thanks for watching and commenting, i'll do my best to 'pass the torch'.

[@marisandstromgreeson551]

I just discovered your stuff. I love how your brain works. I am learning much and enjoying it. Thanx so much

[@JB_Glass_Fusion]

Thanks for explaining..i need all information i can get Got 0 experience but will be buying small kit

[@timcapell]

Is BORO better than soft glass for color and clarity?

[@MattJasa]

I'm not sure how it compares in clarity, but for color I feel it depends more on the company. There's been an increase in Boro color making lately so there's a large selection to choose from.

[@timcapell]

@@MattJasa thanks man, I’m getting back into glass work. I’ve only ever used soft glass. Just curious the advantage of boro over the soft glass type

[@MattJasa]

@@timcapell The thermal expansion in Boro is lower so its a bit more stable. It tends to snap rather than shatter so you'll have larger chunks with less jagged edges. It also needs a bit more heat, but should be easier to work with.

[@losesparkplug1190]

Nice i think it.

[@MattJasa]

Hey Cobra, I still use the color rack but I need a better solution for clear, those small drawers are getting packed with scraps.

[@nork24]

Note to self don't play with knives and magnets

[@MattJasa]

Very true. I wasn't initially aware of how strong it is. It's the most powerful magnet I've personally encountered. I take good precaution now and keep it separated from everything else.