How to wire wrap stones with holes?

If you have what it takes to wire wrap stone, you can use your skills to decorate stone slabs and other large surfaces with intricate designs. You’ll need to start by drilling the holes into the stone. You can do this with a drill and diamond core bit or by hand. Once you have the holes cut, you can insert the stone rods. You’ll want to make sure these stone rods have ends that are flat and even. You can use a stone saw to

How to do wire wrap stones?

Once you have found the right stone it’s time to cut it. It’s easier to cut stone with a diamond blade. Just make sure you have a dust mask handy. You can use an electric saw or a circular saw. When it’s cut, remove the excess stone from the edges and chamfer the edges. Bevel each stone so the wires will fit easily into the grooves.

How to wire wrap stones without holes?

If you have the appropriate stone, you can avoid drilling a hole when looking to stone wall wiring. Instead of a through hole, stone wall wiring has a flat stone surface that is closed to the air on the sides. A stone wall wiring stone can be less expensive than a stone wall with drilled holes and can be much more attractive. Smaller stone wall wiring stones can be placed on top of larger ones, and the larger stone's flat surface allows for a tighter fit.

How to wire wrap stones without using wire?

If you’re looking for an easier way to wire wrap stone slabs, you can use a metal pipe as a protective shell. Set the stone in the pipe and wrap the wires around the outside of the stone. Add some molten lead to the pipe on the ends to seal it.

How to wire wrap stones with holes uv?

Another stone wiring option is to use uv stone wiring. This type of stone wiring is very fast and easy. It allows a craftsman to quickly wrap stone pieces with holes in them without having to cut the stone first. This stone wiring process is also done with stone powder. The stone powder is mixed with water and a small amount of epoxy resin. The stone powder is then placed in the hole of the stone. This stone wiring process usually takes about 10 minutes.