Why am I getting drag marks like this?
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Check you wires for any bends or bumps.
How hard are the soaps when you cut?
Thought a lot about what to post here, but will just go with:
How hard are the soaps when you cut?
How hard are the soaps when you cut?
That might be why, then - I know when my soaps are too soft, cutting often leaves a mark. I use a knife which only makes it worse
I agree with checking your wires for bumps and curves. If that's not the problem then I would let the soap sit for another day or so. It may just be too soft yet.
My opinion might be the odd one out, but I think your soap might be too hard. So you really can't go through soap in one smooth motion leaving those marks. It looks like your cutter or knife stopped and then start cutting again. I hope you know what I mean, it's like when you are cutting hard block of cheese.
I am using big knife and this happens if I use it on soap that harden too much.
Now I usually cut the morning after, so when soap is around 16h old and get really smooth bars.
I am using big knife and this happens if I use it on soap that harden too much.
Now I usually cut the morning after, so when soap is around 16h old and get really smooth bars.
Very pretty soap, though! Those wispy swirls are just lovely!
yes, you should make sure your wires are fairly tight. Too much give in them could also be causing some of the drag marks. I tighten mine after every few batches or at least check the tension on them.
