Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Conditioning Your RAPESCO Adjustable Diary Punch

This technique will work on any metal punch* and can be used to fine tune as needed when you begin to see some feathering of the paper.  It does not damage the punch in any way like sand paper can, even fine grit.
Here is a closeup of the before and after the Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
I have placed a piece of contrasting paper under the punched holes for better view.  You can absolutely see the difference.  I punched the foil 5-6 times to achieve these results.  You'll find that each punch behaves differently, depending on volume of use and type of paper being punched.  I have discovered that this works for me as monthly maintenance.
Want to pick up an Adjustable Diary Punch of your own?  It is available on Amazon.
*This does not work on plastic punches like All Pro or Filofax Portable Punches
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4 comments:

  1. CarolOctober 8, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Clever tip! I have a Rapesco on it's way to me so I'll remember this, thank you.

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    1. UnknownOctober 8, 2013 at 9:42 PM

      I'm glad to hear that you have found this info helpful.
      :) Natasha

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  2. UnknownOctober 12, 2013 at 4:33 AM

    Love your tips! I tried normal aluminium piece before but no use. Now I know I should use HEAVY DUTY ones! And the tip to push holes at the 2 sides of the box is so smart! Thank you!

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    1. UnknownOctober 12, 2013 at 10:26 PM

      Multiple layers of heavy duty foil work best. I bet if you punch pre-treatment and post, you'll see a marked improvement.
      :) Natasha

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