Posted by Guy Somers on May 22, 2002 at 10:03:40:
In Reply to: Lead or Foil posted by Marcie on May 14, 2002 at 16:15:06:
Now that's bad advice. I don't normally read this board but Gary, that's ridicules to tell someone that foil is stronger. Lead IS stronger because it is more flexible. Putty brushed into the lead also cushions the glass. 4' x 10-1/2" - snap, crackle & pop!
The only reason we suggest to our students & customers to work with foil is because they lack the talent and precision to work with lead came.
And so do most professional studios! All of our flat work is lead. Copperfoil is for lamps & small items and those who are not technically advanced.