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Lyncat 07-25-2012 06:40 AM

Are there any nonglare rulers?
 
I do my rotary cutting under an overhead light, and the glare from my ruler makes it really hard to see the lines and the fabric under it without leaning over to block the light. Are there any rulers that aren't shiny and reflective? I use an Omni Edge and an O'Lipfa, and I'm happy with them except for the glare!

QuiltE 07-25-2012 06:56 AM

Yes ... look for the "frosted" rulers.
Olfa make them ... possibly others.

BellaBoo 07-25-2012 07:21 AM

I have an Olfa frosted 6 x 24 that is completely non glare. I bought this ruler to use when I'm at classes because most lighting in the rooms give bad glare. It's non slip too. It works great. http://www.olfa.com/RulersDetail.asp...6&snLocation=1

Kitsie 07-25-2012 07:21 AM

I had exactly the same problem so I sprayed my rulers with Minwax Polyurethane - clear satin and it works a treat. Its the fast drying kind and I just used two thin coats. Some newer rulers are anti-glare, but I saved a fortune and still have my favorites.

BellaBoo 07-25-2012 07:33 AM

Does the spray Polyurethane scratch easily?

auntpiggylpn 07-25-2012 02:04 PM


Originally Posted by BellaBoo (Post 5392997)
I have an Olfa frosted 6 x 24 that is completely non glare. I bought this ruler to use when I'm at classes because most lighting in the rooms give bad glare. It's non slip too. It works great. http://www.olfa.com/RulersDetail.asp...6&snLocation=1

This is my absolutely favorite ruler! I have also purchased other sizes of this frosted ruler too. Omnigrid rulers are horrible when it comes to glare!

LyndaOH 07-25-2012 03:45 PM

This is a great idea! I'm having the same problem and I'll try the Minwax spray. Thanks!

T-Anne 07-25-2012 07:39 PM

I bought the frosted rulers. I get optical migraines and reflecting light can set it off. Grrrrr

Lyncat 07-25-2012 09:14 PM

You guys are awesome! I'll check out your suggestions!

Kaela 07-25-2012 11:14 PM

It depends in which you feel comfortable.


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