Polishing and finishing — compounds, wheels, and final shine
Track: Jewelry Making & Goldsmithing · Duration: 28 min
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Polishing and finishing — compounds, wheels, and final shine
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Stages
- Pre-polish: remove scratches from earlier steps (files/sandpaper progression).
- Compound 1 (e.g. tripoli): cut compound on wheel; light pressure.
- Final (e.g. rouge): high luster on gold; mind heat near stones.
Protecting stones
- Cover soft gems; avoid prolonged heating from friction; some stones never touch ultrasonic.
Tumbling (optional)
Steel / ceramic media with correct compound for chain or small parts — not for every design.
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Lesson quiz
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