MeAndMyPuppyDog Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Right now we use a saw like this:to level the bottoms of our pillar candles. This works great as far as making a very level candle, and it is quick. The major problem is the cleaning of the candle. The cut bits and pieces get stuck to the candle so each candle has to be wiped clean. We're talking a lot of candle and I would love to be able to save a step...What are some ideas you might have?Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k0mptec Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I put mine on a hot plate for a sec or two, by hot plate I really mean a Presto griddle... but I am not doing massive quantaties! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I use a saw also if you keep a scrapper beside the saw and do a quick scrap on the saw in between pillars you have a lot less clean up time on them. No matter what it still fast and more accurate than the leveling on a hot plate or gridle.My Hubby is getting upset I now have better toys than he does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Candelishis Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 My Hubby is getting upset I now have better toys than he does. I had to LOL at this comment, Vicky...Mine's a contractor, so he has lots of cool toys. However, he is still trying to think of an excuse to buy a heat gun of his own...he's fascinated with the damn thing for some reason.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeAndMyPuppyDog Posted October 24, 2007 Author Share Posted October 24, 2007 I use a saw also if you keep a scrapper beside the saw and do a quick scrap on the saw in between pillars you have a lot less clean up time on them. No matter what it still fast and more accurate than the leveling on a hot plate or gridle.My Hubby is getting upset I now have better toys than he does. Yeah, thank Vicky -- that is pretty much what we do now... Have you ever thought about a different blade (tooth, etc.) -- what blade do you se now?Have you ever thought about going with a different kind of saw... say like, a band saw or something?I would kill for a way to save this step -- or at least make it easier... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I can not actually find my brand on the web oh well it probably to old but this one is close to what I usehttp://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00921205000P?vName=Tools&cName=Bench+Power+Tools&sName=Miter+SawsI use a 12" 305mm 90 tooth bladeI do not get chips I just get dust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I had to pay dearly for the blade but it has been worth it I have never had to change the blade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeAndMyPuppyDog Posted October 24, 2007 Author Share Posted October 24, 2007 The blade I'm running is a 40 tooth... the one that came with the saws... I'm going to go and get the one you have and see the difference... It would make sense that you end up with finer granular and thus easier clean-up... The bigger pieces that my blade produces get squished and hence make a bigger problem... I'll try anything at this point!Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 *I* want power tools!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 *I* want power tools!!!!! :laugh2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abundantgrace Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 *I* want power tools!!!!!LOL:laugh2: I don't even get to use DH's cordless drill to drill my wick holes. And I bought it for him as a Christmas present!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted October 26, 2007 Share Posted October 26, 2007 Maybe he'll feel guilty (especially if you *help* him) and will get you a cordless drill and drill press for Christmas this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 My Hubby is getting upset I now have better toys than he does. I need a spew warning for that! Man I need the space and I'd be all for having this kind of toy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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