Glue chipped glass technique. No sand blaster required!

[@johnniepassmore5341]

Bloody hell another great video for us mear learners. Plus a great inexpensive way to see if its something people wanna do before forking out lots of money..💥💯👌

[@happygilder]

Thanks Johnnie, glad you like it!! 🙏 🤜🤛

[@johnniepassmore5341]

@@happygilder what brand of paint is it your using...💪🤝

[@happygilder]

@@johnniepassmore5341 the silver paint is Krylon Looking Glass. The black is Hycote Matt black. I bought it because it was the cheapest but any black spray paint will work

[@miamitreasurehunter]

Thanks so much. I have no space for a sand blaster and i do have a dremel. Amazing Channel. Love your art.

[@happygilder]

@@miamitreasurehunter Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it :D

[@joebalabuszko8863]

I have done a fair amount of glue chip work. Not huge, but enough to learn it well. This video is so helpful for people who do not own a sandblaster. It opens the door for curious artists. If you mentioned the requirement to not overheat the glue, and the fact that animals will eat glue fragments , and suggest people wear dust masks, it would be a bonus. This video is terrific in so many ways. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am now off to dig out my dremel tool, vinyl, and

[@happygilder]

Thanks Joe, I’m really glad you enjoyed it! I do usually mention glue temp and keeping it well away from animals, but it must have slipped my mind when I made this one. Glad to hear you’re going to give the dremmel method a try! 😀

[@joebalabuszko8863]

@@happygilder I would have to be a blithering idiot to pass this opportunity up. I have charity events in Feb '23, and in March '23 where I would like to donate items done with this method. I assume the glass must be plate glass, not safety glass. Look forward to your reply.

[@happygilder]

@@joebalabuszko8863 sounds like a great project! Yep, always plate glass. Tempered glass won’t chip

[@BlueZion9]

Excellent work and presentation.

[@happygilder]

Thank you!!

[@troysmith-wh4eb]

so how did you get the black paint to stick to the smooth glass?!

[@CheeseGrits_and_Nyquil]

I have a lot of hobbies and this is for sure going to become one of them. I am LOVING your channel

[@happygilder]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@charleshetrick3152]

Isn’t there a liquid glass etching compound, maybe better results than the dremel?

[@happygilder]

Etching cream will definitely give a more even finish, but it won’t glue chip because the results are too smooth

[@mucjka]

I am just getting into Gilding, and I'm impressed with what can be achieved without expensive setups! thank you for your content!

[@happygilder]

Thanks very much, glad you're enjoying the vids!

[@toddburtonart]

Love your videos! I have taken the leap and ordered supplies!

[@happygilder]

That's awesome, let me know if you need any help along the way!!

[@toddburtonart]

@@happygilder I do have a question on the bead blaster. What inside dimensions are ideal? And brand? Super excited to get started! thanks for all your help! Cheers!

[@happygilder]

@@toddburtonart mine doesn’t have a brand that I know of. Size choice is completely down to what size pieces you want to make. Mine is an sbc420 and the internal measurements are 121 x 57 x 60cm The main thing is that you get a compressor that’s good enough to run it

[@Hadardesign]

Thank u 🙏

[@luliluli1471]

Beautiful work result. Nicely explained. Thank you for posting.

[@gloomANDdoomed]

Thanks!

[@happygilder]

Thank you so much!! 🙏

[@MrCeez1]

Great work Sir. I'm a custom painter and happened to stumble across your channel. What a trip, as a custom painter I use the same tools as you but I apply them to motorcycles and custom signs using automotive paint. I'm going to try doing a glass sign. This something I can add to my skills. I appreciate you teaching to people like me.

[@happygilder]

That’s awesome man I’m so glad you’re going to give reverse glass work a try. You’ll be a natural considering your background. Let me know if you need any help along the way and please share your progress. I’d love to see what you come up with 😎🍻

[@jimhinkle7245]

That looks pretty darn good to me!!!

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@mortenhansen3455]

For me as a multi artist. This is as good as it gets! I gotta try and make a big reverse gilded piece of glass!

[@happygilder]

Glad you enjoyed it. Let me know how it goes if you make a big gilded piece!

[@mortenhansen3455]

@@happygilderIt's just such an impressive art form. Many people have told me "yeah, so it's a sign so what?" And I always answer; "Well, then YOU go ahead and try to make one that looks good. It' HARD work!" One thing I have to ask you though, if it's alright? The paper with adhesive you cut the patterns and letters out on, does it have a specific name?

[@nachtdiertje1972]

Tnx Paul, for this experiment. Sandblasting is one of my biggest obstructions for not starting to guild. This is a rather fine alternative. Keep up the work your doing. 👍👍

[@happygilder]

Thanks Barrie! Let me know if you try it out. I'd really like to see the results

[@scotthendricks79]

Actually get a blaster from Amazon for 50 USE garnet and open blast using a good mask. Garnet doesn't produce a dust. I set up my 1st for 95.00 and borrowed the neighbors compressor

[@happygilder]

@@scotthendricks79 I'd never heard of Garnet. I'll have to try it out :)

[@martijnkrabman6045]

just have it blasted at a glass company near

[@omare777]

It’s really cool the way you make this things look so easy.

[@happygilder]

It looks easy because it is easy my friend 😎

[@LaicieDaze]

Hi Paul, I know this is an old vid, but I was wondering...if you want more crackling, could you add more glue after the first lot is removed? Thanks for this informative video, it's just what I was looking for! 😊👍

[@happygilder]

Yes that's certainly an option. This would have been much nicer with a second coat but I wanted to get the video out at my regular release time so didn't have time :( Glad you enjoyed it! :D

[@LaicieDaze]

@@happygilder Great news! Thanks for replying so quickly 😊 I can understand time limits lol, but it still looks awesome anyway 😁👍 Thankyou so much! 😉

[@K9hardcase]

This was great, even if you live in a cave in Afghanistan, you can still do this! But seriously inspiring for us with little resources. Thank you again. 🇳🇿🙏

[@happygilder]

Glad you found it helpful!! :D

[@ruskiryan2398]

Have you tried this with Acid etch liquid before applying the chipping glue ?

[@happygilder]

Hi, acid etched glass it too smooth so the glue doesn't grip to it.

[@jonataleite]

Maravilhoso trabalho!

[@joebalabuszko8863]

I must agree with you. Dave Smith is without any doubt the finest gilder in the world. I have known Dave for 30 years.. We met at Fine Gold Sign in California. That was 30 years ago. We exchange photos of the breakfasts we eat. I will send Dave a photo of an embossing tool I made about 30 years ago. Will request he send it to you. It is made from 2 pieces of old bug rake. Wired to a bit of bamboo. I liked it because it was easy to tuck into tight areas. the pattern was much more diverse than yours. I do love the patterns you make. You can look up 4 videos I made. Gold leaf tips with Joe Balabuszko. Dave likes them. I would appreciate any critique you make.

[@minhquocvuong434]

Great to new way to do. Nice job.

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@cliffnelson1174]

So no worries about etching the glass with the hobby knife?

[@fredyj6730]

Wow! This was awesome 👏🏽

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@gloomANDdoomed]

Fantastic video!

[@hervebuteau169]

I love your work, and you make good videos. The diamon bits are great for for grinding and achiving the whites finish, but there is also the White pink green and grey grinding stones that may give you some nuances. There are also some abrasifs rubber tips (used in jewlery for polishing) that can lightly unetch the Glass. Thanks for all the knowledge that you give us.

[@happygilder]

Hi. Thanks very much! I have used the pink and blue bits but they grind down quite quickly so I prefer the diamond bits. I haven’t tried the pink and blue bits for glue chipping though so I’ll have to give it a try! :D

[@joeybreezedad]

🤩Thanks for sharing your craft! I think I found a new hobby to cope with this pandemic times boredom!

[@marquespushbar]

Hi from New Brunswick Canada can this be done on a mirror as well. Thanks for all your videos

[@happygilder]

Hi Mark, yes it can and it’s best if you do it on the back of the mirror. It takes a bit more effort to get through the backing paint but it will work the same :)

[@gerardosaintagne7538]

Excelentes trabajos Felicitaciones desde Argentina

[@happygilder]

Thanks very much!!

[@hanhphan1504]

guide me what glue to make and where to buy for pitted glasses that you made in the video. Thanks

[@happygilder]

The glue I use is called 'Liberon Pearl Glue'. You can buy it on Amazon in the UK

[@marcushernandez4021]

Thank you so much for sharing this information!

[@happygilder]

You’re very welcome! :)

[@tiberiusardeljan7138]

Hello friend, Just curious, are the backsplash tiles in your kitchen gilded with different shades of gold leaf? and can you gild gold leaf to tiles with same method used for glass? BTW I love your videos, I'm a big fan of your excellent work. Thanks

[@happygilder]

Hi, I'm not sure if it's gold leaf. The tiles were there when we moved in so I don't know anything about them. I've never gilded tiles myself but I imagine it will work the same. You'd just seal it with clear lacquer and then rub the excess gold away

[@matthewcondon1985]

That is so fascinating!!! I just saw this on David Smith's Instagram and off to youtube I went. I had no idea this was a thing.

[@happygilder]

Thanks man! It's a really easy process and it's so rewarding. Every glue chipped piece is unique

[@Lazoxx]

That was cool

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@crashoverride93637]

Thanks for this I don't have access to a sand blaster definitely give a try

[@happygilder]

Let me know how it goes! :D

[@johncranmer7310]

Will the paint peel off some kind of sealer could work in this case?

[@leej.s6619]

Amazing

[@happygilder]

Thank you! 🙏

[@danielpelicaric2358]

Respect for your work, art and willing to share your expirience. After the glue chip, do you treat it with something or just live it and moove on.

[@happygilder]

Thanks very much! I back up the glue chipped areas with spray paint. If you do it with a brush it'll seep into ant areas that aren't perfectly applied to the glass

[@str8evil]

This was an awesome video!!! Thank you.🙏🏼

[@happygilder]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stephenbracken]

Great episode, thanks for showing the results that can be achieved without a sandblasting station. I'm going to use a rotary tool to try and glass chip a mirror.

[@happygilder]

Awesome! Let me know how it works out! :)

[@stevensmith2228]

I now know what I will be doing for my first project! Have you heard of Alclad Chrome Paint? I have seen a lot of people using it on models and it is really close to chrome. I have wondered if it would work on glass to make a mirror better than the Krylon Mirror Effect

[@happygilder]

I've never heard of it, but I'll get some and give it a try!

[@Mr.Peabody961]

I know this is an older video but hoping to get an answer. What happens if you don’t clean off the excess glue from the vinyl? Does the glue chip the glass under the vinyl? Really nice work btw.

[@happygilder]

@@Mr.Peabody961 hi, the glue retracts from the outside so trimming it to the edge of the vinyl gives the neatest finish and minimises the risk of the chip extending beyond where you want it. Glad you’re enjoying the vids!!

[@cliffnelson1174]

I completely missed how you got that silver outline....that was wicked cool and it looks fairly simple.

[@happygilder]

The silver outline is a separate cut around the etched area :)

[@cliffnelson1174]

@@happygilder ok thanks for the reply...great work.

[@TheDarkestOne37]

Instead of a Dremel, could you use sandpaper to "roughen up" the glass? How thick is the glass that you normally use? Awesome videos! Just watching all of your videos and they have got me really excited to start a new hobby.

[@happygilder]

Hi, glad you're enjoying the vids! Sandpaper should work in theory but it would be difficult to do anything intricate. You'll have to let me know how it goes if you try it :D

[@dxrobins]

Fantastic. I was a bit surprised that the mirror spray worked. I tried something vaguely similar (without the etching and glue-chipping a few years back) and the paint sort of dissolved the vinyl. It was kind of melty and peeled off the glass. It might have been the Rustoleum mirror spray though. Anyhow, thanks for making these. :)

[@happygilder]

Hi The Krylon is good but it has limitations. It dissolves enamel paint so you have to mask the areas of the sign that are already painted. The rust oleum mirror effect paint is pretty much the same. I have a video where I test them both and compare them to gold leaf: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHnMdHeImNZrf7M

[@minhquocvuong434]

Alway follow you. Thanks for your sharing

[@happygilder]

Thanks for watching!!

[@hanhphan1504]

does the strong glue have to be mixed with the glow agent or something. thank you

[@happygilder]

The glue is mixed with tap water.

[@happygilder]

This video has more details about the glue: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmWupX9-j8ummK8

[@jsher716]

Thank you for sharing

[@happygilder]

Thanks for watching!!

[@RLuna-sj]

Perfect. Thanks for the share. Learned something new and can't wait to give it a try.

[@markjones1864]

Hi Paul, I'm a new subscriber and wanted to say how beautiful your work is! I work for a memorial masonry company and have access to a sandblaster. I've sandblasted glass before but never used the chipped glass method... definitely going to have a crack. 🤔 perhaps not the best choice of phrase 😁

[@happygilder]

Thanks Mark I really appreciate it! It's an amazing process and no 2 pieces are the same :) Thanks for subscribing!!

[@doublewolftv]

Great video. Thank you.

[@weldmama]

you can also buy diamond grit burs in different grits plus you can also use diamond pastes in different grit/micron sizes on a polishing buff to help change the shading levels as well all using the dremel so its a really handy device. I'm just curious - can you use anything besides hide glue for the chipping?? - its very hard to source from where i'm at

[@johnniepassmore5341]

Could u use armour etch liquid instead of the dremel for a more even coverage? And for people who have no garden to do it inn.

[@happygilder]

Hi Johnnie. Armour etch won’t work because it creates a smooth surface so the the glue won’t grip to it. You can use the rotary tool in your house. It’s not a messy process :)

[@johnniepassmore5341]

@@happygilder your sir are a star 💥💯👌

[@ELPUTOLUGER]

Im from Argentina and cant find a glue for chippin, can you tell me the brand or what is the compose?

[@happygilder]

The glue is called: Liberon Pearl Glue

[@solveiggustafsson1397]

Hello and thank you for this :) gives you a start if this is something you`d like to do but not want to buy expensive machinery if it`s not your cup of tea anyway. If then go ahead but test before. So really many thanks for this, now just to find where from to order hideglue, or is there something else to use instead of it ?

[@happygilder]

Sorry for the delay. Glad you enjoyed the vid! I don't think there's an alternative product you can use instead of hide glue unfortunately :(

[@solveiggustafsson1397]

@@happygilder Ok thank you for the replay :) and no worries about the delay , have a nice spring

[@airbrushken5339]

Mate, just a quick question; I saw the sand blast cabinet in the background. I've only owned or used large industrial sand blaster for panel beating. What size cabinet is that? I've made a couple small address signs, but I've been asked to do some larger works for office signs, etc. Thanks ... also I've used a "Paasche" Airbrush Sandblaster as I have one from my college years doing jewelry classes and found it worked on a small scale. Be safe, Thanks...Ken

[@happygilder]

Hi Ken. My sandblaster is my favourite bit of kit! This is a similar model to the one I have: www.sandblasters.co.uk/sand-blast-cabinet-fitted-with-2-blasting-guns--dust-extractor-sbc350-new-style-166-p.asp

[@airbrushken5339]

@@happygilder Thanks mate... I've just finished my cancer treatment (Agent Orange) and I'm starting to feel a bit better as it's in remission 🙂 ... Some years ago I was asked to do a reverse image on glass like the old pub signs in Australia in the 1930's. The image is painted on a glue paper, floated on gelatin like you would with Gold Leaf. I have repaired two while in the States, so it'll be fun (I hope). If you can find one here in Aus they can fetch over 30 grand!!!. I'll email you the process after I start the next one. You have been an inspiration Mate, I can't thank you enough, bringing it back for the world to see. Now with a desk top cutter and Corel Draw or Adobe Illustrator, you can do some quality magic... Ken, Australian Airbrush Co.

[@squidskunk]

how would the chipping be effected if you etched in a design into the chipped area..?....say etch in a spiderweb design inside the chipped area before chipping...would the chipping reveal a chipped spiderweb design somehow..?

[@happygilder]

Hi. Yes it would. I have some intricate examples of glue chipping on my Instagram page. I haven't tried a cobweb but I have done lots of scroll patterns

[@squidskunk]

@@happygilder that is very cool!!! thank you!

[@irish1209]

Love your work! Thanks for the excellent tips! 😎👍

[@happygilder]

Cheers mate!! :D

[@masoomansari8197]

Very nice bro

[@blakewilcox313]

Whats the difference in hide glue types? I have some granulated "315" and was curious what the numbers meant. Or if it would work for etching. Thanks

[@happygilder]

Sorry I'm not sure what that number means. I've used Rabbit Skin Glue, Chipping Glue, and different brands on Pearl Glue. My favourite is Liberon Pearl glue but the others worked fine, they were just much slower to chip

[@blakewilcox313]

Can the same effects be achieved if i don't have a dryer or heat source. Does it need heat to chip?

[@happygilder]

@@blakewilcox313 The heat source speeds along the chipping process but it's not essential. As long as it's not humid where you are it will chip in a warm room. Might take a few weeks though

[@blakewilcox313]

Thanks. My final product came out with a few cracks. Is there a minimum glass thickness required?

[@stephanmantler]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been enjoying your work but it felt so much out of reach to even get started. All the heavy machinery is beyond what I could do or afford but this looks like something I could try out!

[@happygilder]

Cheers Stephan! It's definitely an affordable way to get started :)

[@thegr8fun192]

Hi, I'm Aziz from Bangladesh. Can you tell me please, what is the name of this glue or what kinds of glue it is.

[@happygilder]

Hi Aziz, the glue Is Liberon Pearl Glue :)

[@RobertoFriedenreich]

Please Sr., I'm a total beginner. What type of glue do you use for this job? Your work is really great!! Thank you.

[@happygilder]

Thanks!! I use Liberon Pearl Glue. It's a UK product so if you need a non UK product I'd recommend asking on the facebook group. There are lots of people on there from all over the world on there who are having success with glue chipping :)

[@RobertoFriedenreich]

@@happygilder Thank you a lot!!

[@gilbertoabreu9513]

Olá Roberto S r,sabe,nome,desta,colaborador, obrigado

[@RobertoFriedenreich]

@@gilbertoabreu9513 Oi Gilberto, a qual colaborador você se refere??

[@gilbertoabreu9513]

@@RobertoFriedenreich Boa noite é nome da,cola, que lasca, vidro desculpa agradeço muito legal obrigado

[@albertshilton5336]

I must say so far so good. I used your technique and it worked beautifully!! I am ready to paint the back black. Do I use flat, semigloss or gloss paint?

[@happygilder]

Glad to hear it! Matt or gloss will look the same on the back of glass, so use whatever you have to hand :)

[@esmegemini9257]

Nice

[@happygilder]

Thanks!

[@hakanatakan3837]

excellent

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@ronberlier6695]

My apologies for being on the other side of the pond. I was unable to hear what you were using to reheat the instead of the microwave. Thanks!

[@happygilder]

Hi, I used the microwave to reheat the glue, but it was on the 'Defrost' setting instead of the normal microwave setting :)

[@ronberlier6695]

@@happygilder Thank you very much for the prompt reply.

[@CaptRich-bi3gp]

I don't know how I missed this one...? I have a rotary tool; but you've something I don't, artistic talent. I could completely tell what that was when you finished. If I'd attempted it, at best it may resemble a map of Poland if I were lucky. So I'm wondering, could you glue chip on chemically etched glass perhaps?

[@happygilder]

Unfortunately glue chipping doesn't work on chemically etched glass because the finish is too smooth for the glue to grip onto. I reckon you could make this one no problem. All you need is a set square and a knife ;-)

[@stixstudios3380]

Thanks Paul for showing some basics here. This looks look a good project for me to start with 👍. I'm still trying to get my hands on the correct sort of hide glue. Something I was wondering, if you apply hide glue on glass without using a stencil, then cut it to shape at the jelly stage, will it chip only where the glue is applied, or do you need make like a score line to stop it chipping over the designated edge? If you know what I mean. Hang on, I think I've answered my own question - I guess it should chip only where its been etched!!

[@happygilder]

This is definitely a good project to get started, and not a lot of tools required :) You always need to trim/score the glue, otherwise the chip will carry on through the edge of the clear areas

[@stixstudios3380]

@@happygilder Thanks Paul.

[@manlymcstud8588]

what's artificially activating the chipping process, is it heat or is there a humidity component, too? would allowing the chipping to happen if just set aside for a week or two make a difference in the pattern?

[@scotthendricks79]

35% humidity and the hide glue being 140 degrees. Proteins align and hopefully it ferns. It's all science

[@manlymcstud8588]

@@scotthendricks79 ah, gotcha, thanks. one video series the guy puts them in a box to control things, but his aren't how-to videos so it's a mystery of what exactly he's doing. our friend here sets it on a heater of some kind, but hasn't mentioned humidity or proper temps that i've seen. someone else mentioned that left alone with no controls at all and it will naturally chip, but that could take up to three weeks depending on the ambient conditions.

[@scotthendricks79]

@@manlymcstud8588 it's heat and humidity, the glue dries and boom. My box I built gets to 16% and 101 degrees F. Using no lights. It's 24x48 and takes a average piece 36hrs to fully chip using a 1 to 1.5 glue water ratio.

[@manlymcstud8588]

@@scotthendricks79 that's what i was wondering, too, if these boxes were mostly DIY.

[@scotthendricks79]

@@manlymcstud8588 everything we make is diy

[@Brazzo82Ayeye]

hello man! i have a hobby with glass and sandblaster, but i would like to try the glue stuff, where can i find that glue ? is there any advice on how to get it ?

[@happygilder]

Howdy! The glue I use is called 'Liberon Pearl Glue'. It's easy to get in the UK but quite expensive anywhere else. I would suggest asking on the Facebook group. There are lots of people having success with glue chipping from all over the world, so someone on there will be will be able to help you with a supplier :)

[@Brazzo82Ayeye]

thx man !

[@mohammednaboulsi2512]

what is the temperature to unpack the glue

[@happygilder]

I heat the glue to 45 degrees Celsius

[@shlehanov]

Awesome 👏

[@happygilder]

Thanks!!

[@Preso58]

That's great! Is the purpose of sandblasting or grinding to give the hide glue something to grip onto?

[@happygilder]

Hi Mark. Yes exactly that :) The glue is stronger than the glass so it rips the patterns as it contracts

[@albertshilton5336]

Great work. The border of the letter E is perfect. Did the vynal mask have that exact border for you to follow or did you do that freehand with the diamond tipped grinder? What temperature do you need to dry the glue? Thank you.

[@happygilder]

Thanks Albert! The vinyl mask creates the outer border. I'm not sure the exact temperature for drying the glue, but it's more warm than hot

[@cliffnelson1174]

Do u use tempered glass?

[@happygilder]

No tempered glass won’t chip because it’s stronger than the glue. I always use plate glass

[@cliffnelson1174]

@@happygilder good to know and thank you for the reply...I am really stoked on learning how to do this because I bet I could make a ton of money....I used to brush letter stores freehand when I was a kid so this is right down my street

[@matthewcondon1985]

I wonder if an acid etching would work?

[@happygilder]

Acid etching won’t work for glue chipping because the etch is too smooth. The surface needs to be rough for the glue to grip on to :)

[@matthewcondon1985]

@@happygilder Has this technique traditionally used sand blasting? Even in the 1800's?

[@happygilder]

@@matthewcondon1985 I believe so. I had to look it up but the sandblaster was invented in 1870 so I assume that's what has always been used

[@matthewcondon1985]

@@happygilder I started a new job in Oct 2021 and we have a sandblasting booth in the workshop! I hope to get a chance to use it to try glue chipping. I was explaining the process to a fellow employ yesterday. And we were wondering what they would have used in the 1800's to mask off the glass. Do you know? I'm sure they cut the designs by hand...no matter what masking material they used.

[@theGoogol]

I saw someone on KZbin just scratch the glass roughly for the glue to grip onto and he got great results. Are you sure "sanding" or etching the glass so precisely and thoroughly is a nescessary step? OR is scracthing only possible with special types of glue?

[@happygilder]

I’ve never tried it by sanding or scratching but I’m sure it works just as well. I don’t think you’d be able to be as intricate with the designs as you would with a sand blaster or dremmel though

[@theGoogol]

@@happygilder : Ugh ... can't find the video I mentioned. My brain found it hard to accept that a few scratches would give glue the same grip as a fully sandblasted or Dremeled surface. His result turned out fine, though. Mindbender. -_- Anyway ... I just found your channel. Liking what I see :) Very accessible content! I'll be back for sure. Greets from across the channel.

[@happygilder]

@@theGoogol thanks very much, glad you like it!!

[@ripperjack]

As a lazy person I find myself wondering what happens if you don't trim the glue after it gels. If the excess glue is on top of vinyl it shouldn't do anything to the glass underneath. The only point of failure I can think of is if it causes the glue on top of the glass to not adhere and chip correctly. Any experience with this?

[@scotthendricks79]

It pulls up

[@happygilder]

The trimming process sets the boundaries for the glue to retract. If the glue is retracting in towards the etched areas, then there's less chance it will take a piece of un-etched glass with it :)

[@scotthendricks79]

@@happygilder Paul try this, make your design then add a 3 to 4 mm boarder around it. Take it and blast up to the 3 mm line. Then apply your Hyde glue carefully and you don't have to cut anything. Plus if it goes over anything less than 3mm it pulls that up and boom, you have a bright line ready to go. It hardly ever 98% chips past that. Makes projects go faster.

[@scotthendricks79]

Oh i use oracal 651 non water adhesive so if you chemical mirror it holds up. Aluminum oxide and garnet work with it. I've never tried anything else.

[@happygilder]

@@scotthendricks79 I'll definitely give that a try. Thanks!!

[@LordBroseph]

Hi Paul. I was just finishing up a sign that I made for a friend's birthday. I had painted the colored part with one shot enamel and then sprayed the looking glass spray over the chipped part and over the back of the one shot (basically the reverse of what you did) and the paints reacted and lifted the one shot up. Should I have used a hardener with the one shot? Any info would be appreciated.

[@happygilder]

Hi Myles, sorry for the delay in responding. Krylon is brutal on enamel but you can get away with using it. I always double up on the coats of enamel and spray the Krylon in really thin coats. On the occasions where it lifted the enamel, I use a q-tip dipped in cellulose thinner to rub away the affected area and then repaint it.

[@scotthendricks79]

--------SAFETY GLASSES----------

[@gilbertoabreu9513]

Que produto é usado,no,vidro, obrigado

[@JamsterJules]

Thats fantastic- could you link where I could buy the glue in the UK please?

[@happygilder]

Thanks Julien! I've added a link in the description now. I strongly recommend using this particular brand because it's the best I've come across, even if there are cheaper pearl glue alternatives. It's not an affiliate link btw :)

[@JamsterJules]

@@happygilder Thank you so much for getting back to me. I've been watching more of your videos - you work is fantastic! I've got most of the tools needed - I'll send you pics of how it turns out.

[@alanhoggard4554]

Have you ever tried etching with acid?

[@happygilder]

I certainly have :) Here's a link to my acid etching video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZerlmxtjbFkY5I

[@dwaynejohnson7499]

Can you provide a link to purchase glue chip

[@happygilder]

Hi Dwayne, I've added the link now :)

[@dwaynejohnson7499]

@@happygilder not see the link, where will i find it. Next question whst grade aluminum oxide do you reccomend

[@happygilder]

@@dwaynejohnson7499 It's in the video description under the affiliate links section. I use 120 grit aluminum oxide

[@janelane2657]

Have you tried glue coating on curved surfaces such as bottles? if so, what is the result?

[@happygilder]

I haven't tried it myself but someone shared some pics of glue chipped drinking glasses so it definitely works :)

[@joebalabuszko8863]

Where are you located. I lived in Scotland, London, and Hove as a child. Moved with family as a 13 year old to the USA.

[@happygilder]

I live in Norwich, Norfolk. I worked in the US for a while. Mainly in Green Bay Wisconsin. I love the states!

[@scotthendricks79]

Here's a tip, hide glue glows under a UV light. You can see all the details by using it and also keeping track of your waste for our 4 legged friends. In my studio I use a huge uv light to confirm cleanup. My pomeranians thank me every time lol

[@happygilder]

Thanks for the tip! I'll have to get a UV light :)

[@mattfisher401]

You must have friends in Wisconsin!

[@happygilder]

I worked in Green Bay for a year. Love Wisconsin and I’ll be going back to visit my friends once the travel ban is lifted :D

[@scotthendricks79]

@@happygilder I'm in Iowa and would love to get together!

[@happygilder]

@@scotthendricks79 Next time I'm in Wisconsin I'll let you know! Would love to go this year but Cyprus is first on the list after so long without a holiday :)

[@scotthendricks79]

@@happygilder absolutely it would be great to pick each others brains over some paint and whiskeys!

[@maramaroska8984]

Hi Paul, I'll start by saying Love your work, and your will to teach others is admirable BUT when etching glass with a Dremel you should ALWAYS wear glasses and a mask!!! Even w/ a wet technique glass powder can get in your lungs and it will never leave - - Safety First! Take care, Kind regards

[@happygilder]

Thanks for the advice Mara! 😃

[@tnarg2767]

This comment should really be pinned to the top

[@eachfallenrobin]

I do like the occasional 'e'

[@happygilder]

Yes! 🤜🤛🔥

[@dhananjaypotdarledmiror]

Gret

[@happygilder]

Thanks!

[@overdrive1514]

👏👏🍻

[@happygilder]

🙏

[@Glaamdring]

Glass dust is *super* carcinogenic if inhaled.

[@happygilder]

The research I’ve done says it isn’t carcinogenic, but long term inhalation can cause breathing problems

[@Decrypt_Symbol]

❤❤❤🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷💝💝💝

[@tnarg2767]

Showing yourself grinding glass with no PPE in an inclosed space in a beginners tutorial...seems wildly irresponsible...

[@happygilder]

What can I say, I'm a rebel 😎