Glass Foiler
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tools reviewed are owned and have been used or are currently being
used
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Ease
of use 7
Functionality
10
Durability
10
Cost
Affordable (10)
Overall
Score 92.5%
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This tool is ideal for all types of foiling projects. I own and
regularly use 2 Glass Foiler's, which gives me, direct access to 4-rolls of foil. I
keep both mounted side by side on a small piece of wood, and clamp them to my
workbench when needed. Afterwards they are put up and out of the way. Perfect
for shops where Real-estate space may impose problems. There is a slight learning
curve before you fully adapt to the tool, but well worth the savings of time,
you'll gain back later on. The main function of this tool is to wrap foil
onto glass, which it does effortlessly. The machine splits off the paper
liner from the foil, while centering the foil on your glass using its
alignment wheels. The tool even partially crimps the foil onto the glass. The
Glass Foiler comes with 3 sizes of wheels for different widths of foil. With
proper care, this machine will last quite awhile. I have been using mine
commercially for about 8 years and counting. I have checked around and for
around $30.00 ( + or - ) you can buy this really worthwhile tool, complete
with a 1-year manufacture's warranty. |