Friday 3 May 2013

How To Create Stainless Steel Letters

By Kenny Eliason


Stainless steel letters are sometimes a requirement when it comes to the various crafts and home decor projects one may choose to indulge in. This is especially so when one has an intention of spelling out some words. The great thing being that they are among the most durable materials one can find. To begin, some items need to be collected and may include; work gloves, a marker, power drill, jig saw and a thin sheet of stainless material.

Protective clothing needs to be worn at all times. This is where gloves and coveralls come in. It is also wise to have goggles and industrial boots. This ensures that every part gets protected and limits the damage that may result from an accident.

When choosing the material to use, it is important to check out the various available gauge sizes. Once an appropriate one has been selected, it should be placed flat on a surface so as to begin working on it. Using the marker, an outline of the desired letters can be drawn. Enough room should be left between each letter so as to facilitate cutting them out. So as to end up with clear ones, a stencil can be employed.

One has to consider whether or not the letters will be cut out of or into the sheet. This will be necessary in knowing which starting point to be used when cutting. For the one which will be cut from the sheet, one should drill a starting point an inch outside, and the opposite is true for that which will be cut into the sheet.

When cutting, the jigsaw can be put to use. It is however important for an individual uncertain of how to go about this to consult one in the know. It is this that will help one to achieve desirable results.

For best results, a surface should be used when cutting out the stainless steel letters. It is the best way of avoiding having them bent. Companies known as good with such things can also be commissioned for quality work.




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