Rock Tumbling 101: A Beginner's Guide to Polished Rocks

Join me on an exciting journey in "Rock Tumbling 101: A Beginner's Guide to Polished Rocks" as I tumble stunning green rocks for my daughter's aquarium! In this tutorial, I demonstrate the step-by-step process of tumbling and polishing rocks, revealing mesmerizing before and after results.
Initially attempting to polish rocks straight from the beach, I encountered challenges, realizing the polished-only look wasn't what we desired. I restarted the process with the following stages:
Stage 1: 60/90 grit for 7 days (repeat as needed)
Stage 2: 120/220 grit for 7 days (repeat as needed)
Stage 3: Aluminum oxide 500 pre-polish for 7 days
Stage 4: Aluminum oxide 1,000 polish for 10 days (repeat as needed for desired polish)
Throughout this video, I share essential tips and insights gained from my experience, ensuring you achieve the perfect polished rocks for your projects. Whether you're new to rock tumbling or looking to refine your skills, this beginner's guide provides everything you need to know.
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Howdy, howdy! If you liked this, here are more Rock Tumbling Tutorials & Tips videos! 😁👍🏻🪨⛏

[@AussieRockhoundingandAdventure]

They will look good in the aquarium, that's for sure

[@Operocks]

As a lover of green rocks, your daughter is going to love them, even the dull polished ones look great ❤ I just checked on my tumblers in the garage and they were frozen solid 😂 oops, time to move them indoors 🤦‍♂️ great video!

[@JUANORQUIO]

W❤W! That’s Incredibly Awesome! 🤗❤️✨

[@santhapadmalal9277]

Hello why you polished this stones what is end of this process?

[@elis1645]

How many hours does the engine run continuously? Do you provide breaks? Thanks

[@santhapadmalal9277]

Hi nice to meet you where you from? Ism from Sri Lanka.