Originally Posted by
TonyBuilder
Gary thanks for the info on the burnishing tools. I have seen pics of guys trimming the sheets after they have been payed down with a ruller and a #11 blade! Does this not cut the glassed surface? Any info helps, thanks.
TB
The foil is only .0012 thick. It cuts with very little pressure. It does dull blades rapidly though, and then you will find the knife just tearing instead of cutting. Dipping the blade in mineral spirits lubricates it and increases blade life, but you will still change them out frequently.
Here is a link to the product we use.
http://www.aero-accessories.com/Builders.html