Dan Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 can anyone give me some advise on buying alabaster specifically for turning on a lathe? are there grades like there is for lumber? is there particular questions I should ask suppliers like for lumber is it air or kiln dried Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moir Posted July 27, 2013 Report Share Posted July 27, 2013 Softer alabaster will be easier to turn than hard. Stone with a consistent hardness, without inclusions, will be easier also but using solid material without fractures is mandatory. Alabaster without defects will have a clear ring to it when struck with a steel hammer, fractured stone will have a hollow sound. Stan at Colorado Alabaster has a lifetime of experience with the material and has always been friendly and helpful to me. http://www.coloradoalabaster.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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