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Removing a Piece From Thermoloc With a Heat Gun
Learn why a craft heat gun is the quickest way to release a piece from Thermoloc, and when a warm ultrasonic is not a good idea.
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This video is in response to some questions I’ve received about removing a piece from Thermoloc-Loc. As someone who in the past used boiling water and also a microwave the craft heat gun is by far the best, quickest way. Many years ago @piecesofstarrjewelry suggested I get one and it is in fact a game changer. Just be careful to not burn yourself, ere on the side of just heating it enough to gently pull it out. I have also learned that a warm ultrasonic will loosen Thermoloc-Loc but I wouldn’t do that with this opal. Hope this is helpful! #thermoloc #grstools @grstools
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