Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 10, 2009 Well I went and got my double pane 18 by 20 inch piece of glass to put in my table I am gonna cut the table and route it out so it drops in flush, i will take pics of the step by step process and I used Paint Mask vinyl that has a blue tint to it to kinda give the glass a frosted look, basically searching for a light to put under it now... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swaneejuggalo 0 Posted June 10, 2009 Having a glass table is the best for doing multicolor graphics..No need for registration marks or clear app tape i love it..I use on f those flexible clip on office lamp under mine so i can move it where i need it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wwpro 1 Posted June 10, 2009 mmh I'm gonna keep an eye on this one. I know what I want to do but haven't had the time, I might get different ideas from your project thanks and good luck with it Note - You might want to get some Krylon Frosted glass spray and give it a light coat on the underside of the glass instead of vinyl. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 12, 2009 I tried this vinyl that I have which is called paint mask and i put a 100 watt light on it for an hour and it never even fased it, I was very surprised, still have a few bubbles to get out of it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 12, 2009 Yeah I went with glass instead of plexiglass so i can cut on it without making grooves as bad i plan on starting and finishing this sometime this weekend i HOPE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 12, 2009 Here is where it will go in this part of my table Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 16, 2009 Here is the start to the finish of my project and I used 2 light that are on arms so they can be moved where they are needed and also have wood to brace it because cutting the center out weakened it a little but all in all it works great and made my life about 80% easier Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Schramm Posted June 16, 2009 That is nice, I do belive that those lights are too hot for the vinyl. It is not actually paint mask but insted that is called "Stencil Film". Paint or Spray mask only comes in white and yellow, then Hartco makes a 10mm-25mm product called sand mask. Belive me I use and have used each one of those for about 8 years. Warning: Stencil film will melt if those lights are left on it too long as it does not have a heat rating. It is a short term thin mylar like product and has more plastic then vinyl in it. Spray and paint mask can hand heat changes up to 250 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 16, 2009 I have had the lights on for 3 hours sp far and the glass is cool to the touch and they are 3 or so inches away and only 60 watts I think they will work 3 hours and still cool is a good thing so far Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swaneejuggalo 0 Posted June 16, 2009 those look just like the light i use but mine is just under a glass coffee table .Your project turned out nice makes layering with paper tape and no registration marks a breeze. :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest kenya Posted June 16, 2009 Nice job. That's my next project for my hubby - . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Schramm Posted June 16, 2009 Hey if its not broke dont fix it. Like I said it is a nice table, I was not concerned with the glass as it can take heat I was talking about the vinyl. 60w isnt anything so it could be ok. Once again nice job. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest round2racing Posted June 16, 2009 Wow Tempted, that is really nice. I'm going to ask my husband if he can do that to my plastic table. I have one of the 5 foot plastic tables that I work on. With all the time I have put into the race car, he can put a little time into my "hobby".....LOL Again, very nice!!!! :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest crshirts Posted June 16, 2009 Great job!! I made one out of an old printer stand from army surplus store. Carl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 16, 2009 Hey if its not broke dont fix it. Like I said it is a nice table, I was not concerned with the glass as it can take heat I was talking about the vinyl. 60w isnt anything so it could be ok. Once again nice job. Yeah they are the 60 watt blue colored bulbs which after an hour I can literally touch the bulb, so yes so far so good Thank the Lord lolool Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarconastic 29 Posted June 16, 2009 I just picked up a lighted Drafting Table 3.5' tall x 4.5' w. with a power base that raises and lowers and tilits with a pedal, it's got a dimmable fluorescent light under the table. $45. Hopefully I can fit it in my shop lol. NIce job on the table man. Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
#D-zine# 2 Posted June 16, 2009 Great job on the table. I just might have to do something similar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted June 16, 2009 By the way here is the breakdown Glass for table - $5.36 Vinyl to frost glass - $2.30 2 lights under the table - $21.99 Being able to see better when weeding - PRICELESS :thumbsup: ;D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeBlow 5 Posted June 16, 2009 Try lining the light box with Aluminium Foil to bounce & spread the light around, and you'll get more light and a more even spread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempted Graphics 0 Posted August 4, 2009 I finally did that and it worked great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
