glass etching fluid

[shanny]

Hi, Have seen this on e bay and read some reviews most seem to think its safe with a few precautions other reviews say very dangerous to use.......any advice.....looking to use it to personalise some wedding favours

[HF Glass Lady]

assume you are talking about hydrofluric acid? It is highly dangerous and not something you can do without having instruction, its used for etching 'flashed' glass. When I used it I had to wear protective clothing and a respirator! You can get etching paste which is less corrosive for the skin and a lot easier to use and ideal for what you are thinking about. You still need rubber gloves and keep it away from pets and children!

[Beadtopia]

Hi have you tried some glass supply sites, I have some dip n etch on it's way from Tuffnell's and I know it specifies that it is safe ( I don't think it contains hyrofluric acid) they do the etching cream too. I think these are suitable for soft glass, not sure what you are planning to etch?


Jo