Re: ATM Work Table for grinding

[Archer Sully <archer@meer.net>]

On Sat, 18 Aug 2001 00:07:27 -0400 (EDT), Michael Lindner wrote: 

>On Fri, 17 Aug 2001 23:11:12 -0400 (EDT), NGC704@aol.com said:

>>      Shoot, I forget where I heard the idea, but I used the suggested dampened 
>>  newspapers to keep my 8" project stationary on the kitchen counter with 
>>  excellent effect.

> Speaking of which, what's the best way to attach a thin mirror/tool to the work
> surface? I've heard newspaper, but that seems like it would not support the
> back correctly. I've heard "fake grass welcome mat" but that wouldn't keep the
> mirror from sliding sideways...

I've been using a rubber web product that is sometimes called "bench vise".
It sticks to things, and things stick to it quite well.  It has a fair amount
of compliance, so it should help tame astigmatism on thin blanks.  Using
multiple layers should also work (haven't tried it) for even more coosh.

Archer Sully
Boulder, CO