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rockyraccoon
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slabbing tip Jul 3, 2005 11:38:20 GMT -5

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Post by rockyraccoon on Jul 3, 2005 11:38:20 GMT -5

when i started slabbing i tried using latex gloves so i wouldn't get oil on me. a pair of gloves doesn't last long before they tear and rip while you are trying to position the rock and turn the knob that tightens the vise. finally i figured out slabbing is a dirty job and ditched the gloves. you must become 1 with the oil.

i do wash my hands and arms alot during this process though. yesterday i noticed the dish scrubbing tool. you know the one you fill up with the soap and scrub the dishes. well its just perfect for scrubbing your hands and arms then just rinse them off. don't know what everyone's coffee is going to taste like now at the office but i sure made use of that thing ;D .

kim

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slabbing tip Jul 4, 2005 21:59:04 GMT -5

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Post by docone31 on Jul 4, 2005 21:59:04 GMT -5

'Nother trick, use hand cream. Hand cream acts like a buffer and collects the oil on the outside of the hands. Hand cream, then washes right off, making the clean up easier.
I am trying to picture the dish scrubbing tool however. How do you close the door with your hands in it, and what happens to your fingers when the lower water sprayer starts spinning.
Also, do you stand during that, or is it possible to sit in a chair?

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creativeminded still telling self it's just a hobby I am a crazy crafter. Member since January 2004 Posts: 4,524	slabbing tip Jul 6, 2005 9:09:51 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by creativeminded on Jul 6, 2005 9:09:51 GMT -5 Dawn soap will also help you get the oil off of your rocks, hands and clothes, Oxy clean will also help get the oil off of your clothes. Been there done that with cooking oil. Tami
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rockyraccoon no longer being taken for granite Member since December 2003 Posts: 7,980	slabbing tip Jul 7, 2005 1:40:38 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by rockyraccoon on Jul 7, 2005 1:40:38 GMT -5 doc i was lost there for a minute (happens alot lol). i cut holes in the front door and stick my arms in while i sit on a stool. kim

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