How Do You Cut Plate Grooves In Glass?
Plate grooves are narrow channels running along the length of a shelf or other surface to allow plates to stand up with their surfaces visible. Decorative or antique plates are often displayed using plate grooves in cabinets or on a shelf suspended from the wall. You can make your own display rack out of glass, but you will first need to know how to make the crucial plate grooves in the glass. They are easy to do; you just have to be patient to avoid breaking or chipping the glass while you work. Make a clear line on the glass where you want the grooves to run using a washable marker. Use a ruler to ensure you are making even, straight lines. Secure the glass to a solid working surface using clamps. Place a cutting edge or ruler along the first cutting line on top of the glass under the clamp to help you keep your cuts straight. Put on safety goggles and adjust the width of the cutting blade on a hand-held wet saw so it is 1/8-inch wide. If you have particularly large plates, you may n
