Description
Unsure of which tools to use? Below is a comparison of commonly used tools:
| Hot Air Gun | Hairdryer | Compressed Air | Butane Torch | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Flow | Normal | Strong | Very Strong | – |
| Heat | Mild | Strong | – | Very Strong |
| Open Flame | – | – | – | Yes |
| Nozzle Size | Narrow | Wide | Very Narrow | Narrow |
| Ease of Control | Easy | May need to modify the nozzle | May need practice | Easy |
| Reusable | Yes | Yes | – | Yes, refillable |
| Price | $ | $$ | $$$ (non-reusable) | $ |
| Recommended for | Manipulating acrylic pour, resin and alcohol inks | Dutch Pour technique | Dutch Pour technique | Removing air bubbles, and inducing cells in both acrylic pour and resin. Good for use with liquid silicone |
