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Old 2024-06-27, 1:18pm
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Hi everyone! I am somewhat new to lampworking and I have bought Reichenberg Pink Lady glass. Every time I put it under the flame it turns transparent grey and loses its color. Do you have experience with this glass and do you have any advice? Thank you
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Ah, pinks can be tricky. It sounds like too much propane or too hot and it boils the color out. I don't know what kind of torch, hotheads can be notorious for that since you have to keep your bead in the flame. But a good way to start is to check the flame for the sweet spot with a rod of white glass. if it discolors, turn down the propane or move it higher in the flame- away from the torch face.

Pinks that are worked cooler, higher in the flame, tend to do better. It's a lovely glass so worth working on. It will come up again with other colors until you master it.
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