Question 1

What is the smallest piece it will foil?

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To the best of our knowledge, if you can hold a small piece of glass, you will be able to foil it with this tool.  It will likely only depend on your ability to manipulate the glass in relation to the foiler.  Have a great New Year.  Rob at SW Art Glass

Question 2

The picture shows foiling square shapes...does this also foil multiple shapes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Glastar Foiler will do a fine job on odd-shapes, such as leaves and flower petals. Tiny pieces will be a chore, and better done by hand, but anything larger than a quarter or half dollar should foil faster and easier with the Glastar Foiler. The only thing that might not work well are deep, inside curves as you can't do an inside curve that is smaller than the diameter of the wheels at the front end of the foiler.
==Scott
Sunshine Glassworks Ltd.
Buffalo, NY  14227

Question 3

Can it be used for beveled glass and small pieces?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I do use it for small pieces. The machine needs to be attached to the table so that it does not wobble when you are using it. I don't see why it can't be used for beveled glass as long as you are aware that part of the bevel will be lost due to the width of the foil. I did find that the Glastar Glass Foiler was awkward to use despite many hours of foiling: it seems that when I foil by hand, the foil goes on in a more even manner. Have fun with stained glass, whatever and however you decide to do  your craft.

Question 4

Will this stay sturdy if I screw this to a heavy board and put the board on a table?

Accepted Answer

Yes that is the best way to hold it steady. Also consider securing you board with screws or clamps to the work surface.

Brand	yinat
Model Number	GFM
Product Dimensions	24.64 x 20.57 x 10.67 cm; 630.49 g
Item Weight	630 g

VGCE Glastar Glass Foiler

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