Very nice. Looks great. I have done the white paint on the tiles and it works wonderfully, so now I need to try this. I understand I need to cut a bit deeper for the color to fill in the cut. Smart. Thanks for sharing.
@@andyhexter6807 with a 20 watt. You will burn 100 percent power. I did 90. I did one pass, but my friend has a 20 watt and does 2 or 3 and moves kind of slow.
Two questions: 1) What material are you using for the Masking on the tiles, and 2) I saw that the Elmers Paint Pens that your using are Acrylic Paints and that in your comments you said that you've changed to the Sharpie brand. But are you using the Oil based or Water based Sharpie's ?
The masking I use I get from Amazon. The brand, is, Vinyl Ease. It is a double pack 12 inches X 100 feet. About $24 last time I purchased. It's been a while as I purchased four packs. The sharpies I use come from the local office supply, colored ink pens. But I do think they are oil. Not in the shop today, so it would be later before I cam look. Hope this helps.
Thanks for watching! I use the clean damp rag to do a final clean up. There will be small amounts of dry paint around and you will see that it has to be wet to remove it.
@@KLJennings do you mean it all came off, even the entire area you wanted to keep? I use Sharpie markers and paint pens and also I use cheap paint pens "express yourself painters" brand. There are many but if you can find all the colors you want, Sharpie markers and paint pens are the more lasting. If you need, look me up on FB and send me a PM for correspondence. My profile photo, is, a candle.
Have not use white spray paint. I mask the tiles all the time. Sometimes to get the gray tint to the engraved areas, but even if those areas are going to be painted I use mask to keep the laser beam from reflecting back into the laser head. If that happens, it could be bad.
I use several, but the pens I used in this video are called, "Painters" marker. That is the name brand. If you slow your speed or burn hotter, the engrave will be deeper and when running the razor across the tile, you should miss the paint inside the lines.
How does the laser burn into the white surface ....does it have to be on full power got 15 wat diode and no result....was on corian tile though found vynl burns ok on to corian if you just burn outline smells a bit though
It's more or less just cutting through the glazing on the tile. When using a mask, I end up with a gray tint to the engraved area. These tiles are ceramic from home improvement big box store. Would suggest to put on full power and adjust speed to get desired outcome.
The pens I used in this video are Painters brand. I now use colored Sharpie's. Over time, the paint faded more than the sharpie did, so I changed. I still use paint pens on projects that won't be subjected to moisture and the coaster get pretty wet. Good luck and thanks for watching.
I purchased that one. Designbundle.net. I think it's in category, deer mandala. If you cannot find it, hit me up and I will pull that file so you can find it.
Just saw your video, thanks for showing us! Can you tell me when you mask? Are you using just regular masking tape? Or do you use something special? I am trying to engrave tile and get the gray that you show on this video. I have tried painters tape and it actually engraves black. Thanks for your help!
I mask before I engrave. This is the tape I use to get the gray. I know it says not for use with laser cutters or engravers and I don't understand why, but I have used it for two plus years with nor issues. But I never leave the machine unattended. Thanks for watching. I hope this helps. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DF7TDSF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
@@mikeamy498 The reason it is not laser safe is because it's vinyl transfer tape and is toxic to burn. With a good exhaust system like you have I see no issue but if the person isn't venting their exhaust outside, it can be very bad to breathe in. Excellent video BTW. I have a client that wants blue tiles engraved and white paint over the engraving. Never have done any tile engraving so I'm watching videos like yours. Apparently, my client wants to use the tiles in the bathroom around the top of the shower as their trim tile. You said in the video putting clear coat on the tile will dull the finish. I'm concerned the paint would bleed or fade exposed to water and humidity. You happen to have any advice by chance?
@@mr2miach unless using an oil base paint would hold up under those conditions, I'm not sure if any advice I could provide would help. I have never tested that scenario. I have put some in a dishwasher and the paints did fade, but acrylic paint held up the best. Oil based paint can be applied the same way I did it in the video and the excess can also be scraped off with a razor. If you perform this test, please drop me a reply here to share the results. Good luck!
@@mikeamy498 Thanks for the reply. Will keep you posted. Thanks to your video I have a better understanding of what to expect and didn't even consider using the dishwasher as test for paint durability. That's an excellent test method. That helps a lot! Thanks again.
Hey Tomm, I do not have that file that I can recall. All I did was put in a sheet of 1/4 inch that fits tightly into the inside of the crumb trey edges. Then I measured ten tiles and took the largest and just made a file to cut the four 4inch squares and the in the center I cut the one 6 inch square. I may have the file somewhere but it is so simple that I may not have kept it. If you end up needing help, hit me up and I will help you.
@@ChestnutCove I did not. If you will send an email to me at, mforrester1962@gmail.com I will send the file over in a reply. Please put file in subject as my security software will kick it out if the subject or body of the email is empty.
Love those tiles! Just curious what kind of paint pens you used? And what are your settings? Speed, Power, lines per inch and how many passes? Thanks for sharing. You truly inspired me! Sorry for asking alot;)
The settings are: speed 625, power 90, LPI 195 to 225 depends on how deep I need the burn. I am currently using colored sharpies. The paint pens faded to easily when coasters were wash tested. The sharpie ink does much better.
Trying to watch this video for more than 30 seconds, gave ne the worst seasickness/nausea. Do you have a sponsorship with Dramamine, or other motion-sickness drugs?
Very nice. Looks great. I have done the white paint on the tiles and it works wonderfully, so now I need to try this. I understand I need to cut a bit deeper for the color to fill in the cut. Smart. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome video, very informative thank you for sharing ; )
Amzing work! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for sharing your process!
Hi can you tell me what power and speed you use when engraving, I have a 20w xtool D1 pro and how many passes.
Many thanks.
@@andyhexter6807 with a 20 watt. You will burn 100 percent power. I did 90. I did one pass, but my friend has a 20 watt and does 2 or 3 and moves kind of slow.
very well done!
Sorry but are the pens you are using permanent markers or paint pens, I could nit hear properly for the music.
@@andyhexter6807 oil based sharpies are best.
Very nice, thank you!
Well done.
Two questions: 1) What material are you using for the Masking on the tiles, and 2) I saw that the Elmers Paint Pens that your using are Acrylic Paints and that in your comments you said that you've changed to the Sharpie brand. But are you using the Oil based or Water based Sharpie's ?
The masking I use I get from Amazon. The brand, is, Vinyl Ease. It is a double pack 12 inches X 100 feet. About $24 last time I purchased. It's been a while as I purchased four packs. The sharpies I use come from the local office supply, colored ink pens. But I do think they are oil. Not in the shop today, so it would be later before I cam look. Hope this helps.
Thanks! When you wipe off at the end, are you just dry wiping or...
Thanks for watching! I use the clean damp rag to do a final clean up. There will be small amounts of dry paint around and you will see that it has to be wet to remove it.
What kind of paint pen are you using? I used acrylic paint and let it dry all night. This morning, I used a rubber scraper and it all came right up.
@@KLJennings do you mean it all came off, even the entire area you wanted to keep? I use Sharpie markers and paint pens and also I use cheap paint pens "express yourself painters" brand. There are many but if you can find all the colors you want, Sharpie markers and paint pens are the more lasting. If you need, look me up on FB and send me a PM for correspondence. My profile photo, is, a candle.
Does masking tape work better than white spray paint when it comes to edging?From your experience
Have not use white spray paint. I mask the tiles all the time. Sometimes to get the gray tint to the engraved areas, but even if those areas are going to be painted I use mask to keep the laser beam from reflecting back into the laser head. If that happens, it could be bad.
Mike did you just use masking tape to engrave on the tiles? They look great!
Yes.
@mikeamy498 awesome I'll have to try that. Thanks for the great video.
How are you burning directly to the tile?
With the laser engraver.
What paint pens are you using mine still shows the darkness from the engraving. When I scrape the paint come with mostly
I use several, but the pens I used in this video are called, "Painters" marker. That is the name brand. If you slow your speed or burn hotter, the engrave will be deeper and when running the razor across the tile, you should miss the paint inside the lines.
How does the laser burn into the white surface ....does it have to be on full power got 15 wat diode and no result....was on corian tile though found vynl burns ok on to corian if you just burn outline smells a bit though
It's more or less just cutting through the glazing on the tile. When using a mask, I end up with a gray tint to the engraved area. These tiles are ceramic from home improvement big box store. Would suggest to put on full power and adjust speed to get desired outcome.
what paint pens are you useing?
The pens I used in this video are Painters brand. I now use colored Sharpie's. Over time, the paint faded more than the sharpie did, so I changed. I still use paint pens on projects that won't be subjected to moisture and the coaster get pretty wet. Good luck and thanks for watching.
Great video. I am trying this first time.
We’re your Sharpies paint pens or regular markers?
Sharpie oil based markers.
Love that design. Did you make it? Where can I find it?
I purchased that one. Designbundle.net. I think it's in category, deer mandala. If you cannot find it, hit me up and I will pull that file so you can find it.
@@mikeamy498 Thank you so much!
It's called Winter Mandala Bundle by Wispy Willow Designs@@mikeamy498
Do you seal the painted tile? I have tried to seal with different things and the red bleeds
Did not seal. I am using ink now. The paints hold for a while, but if used a lot it tends to fade out. The sharpie ink is amazing. Try that.
Like the video but music just a bit to loud, I can barely hear what your saying
Thanks for the feedback. Must need information about tje music that not many will share... Thanks, again for watching.
Just saw your video, thanks for showing us! Can you tell me when you mask? Are you using just regular masking tape? Or do you use something special? I am trying to engrave tile and get the gray that you show on this video. I have tried painters tape and it actually engraves black. Thanks for your help!
I mask before I engrave. This is the tape I use to get the gray. I know it says not for use with laser cutters or engravers and I don't understand why, but I have used it for two plus years with nor issues. But I never leave the machine unattended. Thanks for watching. I hope this helps.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DF7TDSF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
@@mikeamy498 The reason it is not laser safe is because it's vinyl transfer tape and is toxic to burn. With a good exhaust system like you have I see no issue but if the person isn't venting their exhaust outside, it can be very bad to breathe in. Excellent video BTW.
I have a client that wants blue tiles engraved and white paint over the engraving. Never have done any tile engraving so I'm watching videos like yours. Apparently, my client wants to use the tiles in the bathroom around the top of the shower as their trim tile. You said in the video putting clear coat on the tile will dull the finish. I'm concerned the paint would bleed or fade exposed to water and humidity. You happen to have any advice by chance?
@@mr2miach unless using an oil base paint would hold up under those conditions, I'm not sure if any advice I could provide would help. I have never tested that scenario. I have put some in a dishwasher and the paints did fade, but acrylic paint held up the best. Oil based paint can be applied the same way I did it in the video and the excess can also be scraped off with a razor. If you perform this test, please drop me a reply here to share the results. Good luck!
@@mikeamy498 Thanks for the reply. Will keep you posted. Thanks to your video I have a better understanding of what to expect and didn't even consider using the dishwasher as test for paint durability. That's an excellent test method. That helps a lot! Thanks again.
@@mr2miach The dishwasher at first was to see if the coasters would hold up to washing and wiping them.
What paint pens do you use please?
The pens I used in the video, are, Elmers paint pens.
@@mikeamy498 Thanks buddy. Enjoyed the video :)
This is a great process. Thank you! The music is a little much. 😊
Do you have a vector file for your tile holder?
Hey Tomm, I do not have that file that I can recall. All I did was put in a sheet of 1/4 inch that fits tightly into the inside of the crumb trey edges. Then I measured ten tiles and took the largest and just made a file to cut the four 4inch squares and the in the center I cut the one 6 inch square. I may have the file somewhere but it is so simple that I may not have kept it. If you end up needing help, hit me up and I will help you.
Also Tomm, be sure to leave 1/2 inch minimum between each of the 4 inch cutouts.
@@mikeamy498 thank you so much for your help! I appreciate it
Tomm Ayres, I found the file for the fixture to to these tiles. If you still need it, send me your email address and I will gladly send it.
How do clean off the ink?
When it sits a bit, alcohol will remove all ink from the glazed portion of the tile.
@@mikeamy498 thanks. I did one this morning two colours and just used elbow grease.
That's a lot of grease. 😆 I hope your next one is easier.
What Pens are you using?
I use oil based sharpy now
Would you share the file for the tile holder for the laser
When I get to my computer I will look for it. I know I have it because I cut it, but I only did it once and do not remember where I put it.
@@mikeamy498 ok thanks
@@ChestnutCove If you give me your email address, I will send you that file. I was able to find it.
@@mikeamy498 did you get my email?
@@ChestnutCove I did not. If you will send an email to me at, mforrester1962@gmail.com I will send the file over in a reply. Please put file in subject as my security software will kick it out if the subject or body of the email is empty.
Love those tiles! Just curious what kind of paint pens you used? And what are your settings? Speed, Power, lines per inch and how many passes? Thanks for sharing. You truly inspired me! Sorry for asking alot;)
The settings are: speed 625, power 90, LPI 195 to 225 depends on how deep I need the burn. I am currently using colored sharpies. The paint pens faded to easily when coasters were wash tested. The sharpie ink does much better.
@@mikeamy498 Thank you for your fast response and they info. Happy crafting!
cool pen trick@@mikeamy498 , how many watts is your laser? is the speed 625mm/min
For us who are not native English speakers it would be easier without music, it is a bit to loud. Otherwise thank you for sharing, really appreciated.
Nice work but you need to have someone shoot the video while you do your thing. Made me nauseous with all the shaking/movement. And cut out the music.
Man you need someone to hold the camera. I was getting sea sick from all the jerking around.
Brother, that's not Rock and Roll! Teeny bopper girly mon music LOL!
Lol. Yeah I don't know what I was thinking. But thanks for pointing that out.
Music overrides your voice making it difficult to hear what you’re saying
Trying to watch this video for more than 30 seconds, gave ne the worst seasickness/nausea. Do you have a sponsorship with Dramamine, or other motion-sickness drugs?
Well then don't watch it, duh! It's that simple.