Asked on Aug 16, 2017
How can I smooth edges on sheet metal after cutting w/scissors?
by Dian
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I make decorative wind spinners for the garden, using sheet metal. Cutting w/scissors leaves sharp edges. I've used brass tape on the curved edges to cover. There HAS TO BE an easier & cheaper way ! Is there a small tool to bend the edges & flatten down? The cuts are curved, not straight. No pictures - sorry. Thanx for any help.
11 answers
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Julie Moyna
on Aug 16, 2017
I am lucky to be married to a sheet metal guy. I will ask him when he gets home, I have never had to do it but, i have watched and he uses a few different tools to bend and seam it- See 1 previous
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Susan K Mullins
on Aug 16, 2017
A grinder. -
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Deanna Nassar
on Aug 16, 2017
Try running over edges with an emory board, file, or sandpaper. There are a few tools for this but many tools are specific to certain trades, too expensive, or too large to use. Metal bending tools are made for straight edges. -
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Sharon
on Aug 16, 2017
Have you tried the black emory paper for metal. Find it in the sandpaper section of the store. -
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Sylvia Parke
on Aug 16, 2017
Buy a set of files and good sandpaper. -
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Susan K Mullins
on Aug 17, 2017
A side grinder, has one wheel. You could also use a drill and put a grinder wheel on it. -
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Elizabeth Dion
on Aug 17, 2017
Could you use a Dremel tool to sand and smooth the edges? -
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Julie Moyna
on Aug 19, 2017
Let me know when you are ready if you have questions or need tips using the tools I showed you! Can't wait to see what you create! -
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Dian
on Aug 19, 2017
Thank you all for your help w/my dilemma. Anything that co$t$ big$$$ I just can't do, since I have no extra $$$. So far, the Stone grinder attachment to my Dremel is the best idea - Thank you, Elizabeth. Holding it at a 45 degree angle seems to work the best. Slow, but the end results are good. I'll send pics soon - I hope. -
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Dian
on Aug 19, 2017
Dian's Garden spinner.
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Dian
on Aug 19, 2017
I shared my thoughts & added a picture. Where are they?
Susan K Mullins
on Aug 16, 2017
Deanna Nassar
on Aug 16, 2017
Sharon
on Aug 16, 2017
Sylvia Parke
on Aug 16, 2017
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