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Revision as of 07:09, 14 November 2012
Definition
Glass that has been ground to to various size "bits" that can be applied to beads to achieve different effects.
Frit sizes differ by manufacturer but the following list gives an idea of the range of sizes that may be available:
| Frit Name | Size |
|---|---|
| Powder | 0.2mm |
| Frit 00 | > 0.5mm |
| Frit 0 | 0.5nn to 1mmm |
| Frit 1 | 1mm to 2.4mm |
| Frit 2 | 2.4mm to 3.8mm |
- Frit 3 3.8-5 mm
- Frit 4 5-8 mm
- Frit 5 8-11.5 mm
Frit is applied to a warm bead by pressing the bead into the frit. Common methods include using a teaspoon to hold the frit, or rolling the bead on a flat surface, such as a marver, that has been covered in frit.
Generally less is more when is comes to applying frit for two reasons
