Document Original Panel
30 minutesdocument original panel with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
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Learn restoration repair from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
document original panel with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
remove damaged sections with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
match replacement glass with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
re-lead and solder with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
clean and protect with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Key benchmarks for restoration repair.
| Method | Line Width | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Copper foil | 1/8 in | Suncatchers |
| Lead came | H or U | Panels |
| Paint | N/A | Detail |
One confident score line beats multiple light passes — glass follows the first cut.
Photograph and trace damaged pieces before removal — color and texture matching is the hardest restoration step.
Old panels may contain lead paint and came — wear a respirator when disturbing aged putty.