Metal Fabrication
Finishing a Metal Casting *Cancelled*
Learn how to finish your rough casting with all of its unwanted gates, sprues, and runners.
Thur, 1/25/2024
Cancelled
About
Learn when to remove specific gates and sprues, and see how to finish the casting by grinding, texturing, and polishing to a desired finish (a separate class may be needed if machining is required). A media-blast cabinet may be used to get the desired texture. It’s also possible some blemishes will need to be filled using a TIG welder. Finally, you’ll learn how to apply a patina of your choice to achieve a finished look that appeals to you.
Finishing the casting is the third of three basic steps of foundry arts:
1. Make the pattern
2. Form the mold and pour metal to create the casting
3. Finish the casting
We recommend repeating this class as desired (the same recommendation stands for the classes Metal Casting in the Foundry and, of course, guided studio in the foundry, which is where advanced casting skills are built).
Class Policies
- Ages 14 and up are welcome.
- Wear natural-fiber clothing, long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toe shoes (natural fiber or leather).
- Stretch fabrics, hoodie ties, or dangling jewelry like bracelets that can get caught in machinery are not allowed.
- Tie back long hair.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.