Post by stretch316 on Dec 19, 2018 15:38:31 GMT -5
Came across information saying: NOT to use ceramics if you use SC grit on your stones and not to use plastic beads.
stretch......Not to sound like a "loop-recording or skipping record", but at previous related threads I've often mentioned "ceramics" as a filler or buffer in vibe tumbling applications for several reasons......predominantly because I have found them to be the most efficient media to help accelerate and consistently provide a "balanced" well distributed surface preparation for EVERY stage (cycle) of stone vibe tumbling.
As you have noticed from other examples, there are quite a few ways to achieve similar results using different resources........It really boils down to what you have readily available or are willing to purchase, as well as how efficient and or problematic the media you choose will become over time. There will be a learning curve required for any process you select (some media will require more time, experimentation and selective effort/challenges......some media will just function as intended quickly and effectively), like ceramics.
I only mention this because I, and many others like myself, who have experimented with damn near everything over the course of time, have found that once one achieves a certain level of satisfaction and confidence, the natural progression (more often than not) will be to "raise the bar", become more selective, attempt to speed the process up and more critically analyze our results.........which, has been the aspect of this hobby that keeps me engaged.
So often (like with many hobbies), we see the initial enthusiasm, hunger for knowledge, dedication to effort and expense, slowly dissipate over time due to frustrations and challenges that seemingly become overbearing.......On the other hand, we see those same efforts and challenges overcome/diminished, in some cases, to become part of a life style and profitable (not just monetarily).........there are several examples of that reflected here at RTH.....!
My Point.........?.........Without exception, there is a ton of great advise to be had here (probably the best on the Internet).........all with trials/tribulations, successes and unimaginable complexity and simplicity............Like eluded to in previous responses, whatever resources, materials, applications and level of effort applied to the process you choose, they will forever be your own creations......bask in the happiness you receive and give others with those creations, take to heart and learn from those who have traveled this road before you.....many undesirable outcomes will be avoided by learning from the mistakes others have experienced.......without experiencing them for yourself......!