How to carve names in stone step 1.
Carving letters into granite.
Learn how to carve letters in wood using a chip carving knife and a computer printout.
Position your stencil where you want it on the stone.
Popular stones used for carving include granite sandstone.
Engrave the stone lay out the stencils as desired for a pleasing appearance.
Using a wax crayon.
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Get the markings just right before moving on as this will be your guide for cutting.
Use a graphite pencil or permanent marker and draw the characters or lines for your engraving.
Mark the granite s surface with the line you want to engrave.
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Use a wax based pencil to draw your design if the stone is rough or porous.
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Shows us how to tool flat letters to a v shape using an air hammer and chisels on a granite monument.
Use sandbags to hold the stone in place.
You may need to cut sandbags in half depending on the size of the stone.
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Using a small brush lightly coat the inside surfaces of all.
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Secure the stencil with tape so it doesn t move while you re engraving your design.
Using a pencil it will wash off easily draw the numbers and letters on.
Use a china marker or permanent marker to draw on stones with a smooth glassy surface.
Determine the type of stone you want to carve.
Prime the surface using a white oil based primer paint.
How to paint granite lettering 1.
Scrub the granite lettering with a nylon scrub brush to remove any dirt or debris.
A rotary tool with a nylon brush.
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