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