Laser Cut Foam: Materials, Settings, and Safety
Which foams are safe to laser cut, which will damage your machine, and how to set up a CO2 laser for tool control inserts, case foam and packaging.
Grant Burrage·August 17, 2026
Best Laser Cutting Software: Complete Guide for Precision, Speed, and Workflow
Choosing the right laser cutting software can make or break your workflow. The machine matters, but the software is where design becomes reality.
Grant Burrage·May 1, 2026
How to Laser Cut a Map: A Step by Step Guide for Stunning Results
Laser cut maps have become a popular choice for wall art, gifts, and personalized décor.
Grant Burrage·March 31, 2026
How Much Does a Laser Cutting Machine Cost? A Complete Pricing Guide
If you have ever looked into buying a laser cutting machine, you probably noticed one thing immediately: prices are all over the place.
Grant Burrage·March 31, 2026
Which Materials Are Not Suitable for Laser Cutting and Engraving?
Laser cutting and engraving can deliver incredible precision and speed but only if you use the right materials.
Grant Burrage·March 31, 2026
How to Laser Cut a Cylinder: A Practical Guide for Precision Results
Flat materials are easy to laser cut. Cylinders are not.
Grant Burrage·March 27, 2026
Can You Laser Cut Plexiglass? A Complete Guide for Clean, Professional Results
If you are working on signs, displays, or custom designs, plexiglass is one of the most popular materials you will come across.
Grant Burrage·March 27, 2026
Can You Laser Cut Polycarbonate? A Complete Guide for Safe and Effective Results
Laser cutting is widely used for precision fabrication in industries like signage, prototyping, and manufacturing.
Grant Burrage·March 27, 2026
Everything You Need to Know About Laser Cutting Acrylic
Laser cutting acrylic is a great way to create clean, detailed designs for signs, displays, and creative projects.
Grant Burrage·February 28, 2025
Laser Cutting Leather for Flawless Crafting Results
Laser cutting leather is a precise way to create clean edges and detailed designs. It allows crafters to cut patterns that are hard to achieve by hand.
Grant Burrage·February 28, 2025
Thunder Laser Cutter vs. Cricut: Which Is Best for Your Projects?
Choosing the right cutting machine can be challenging, especially with so many options available. Two popular choices are the Thunder Laser Cutter and the Cricut .
Grant Burrage·February 27, 2025
How to Cut Vinyl with a Laser Cutter
Cutting vinyl with a laser cutter is a precise and efficient method for creating custom designs.
Grant Burrage·February 27, 2025
Laser Cutting Leather: Techniques and Benefits for Precise Creations
Laser cutting leather is a fast and accurate way to shape leather for bags, wallets, patches, and other products.
Grant Burrage·February 17, 2025Spooky & Stylish: Hauntingly Beautiful Halloween Decorations
Get ready to be spellbound by our curated collection of Halloween-inspired laser projects!
Grant Burrage·September 9, 2023
Watch Malone Custom Designs Create Stickers With His Thunder Laser Nova 35
In this video, YouTuber Malone Custom Designs uses their Thunder Laser 35 to create stickers for another YouTuber, Matt Carriker of Off The Ranch.
Grant Burrage·July 3, 2023
How to Design and Create Wooden Puzzles on a Thunder Nova 51
In this video, Katie Cleveland provides a step-by-step guide on how to make laser-cut wooden puzzles using Baltic Birch plywood and acrylic.
Grant Burrage·July 3, 2023
How to Make Acrylic Cake Toppers with a Thunder Laser Nova 24
YouTuber Things Katie Makes demonstrates how to make acrylic cake toppers using a Thunder Laser Nova 24, Lightburn, and Adobe Illustrator.
Grant Burrage·July 3, 2023
How to Cut a Cardboard Box on a Thunder Laser
Katie from Addicted to DIY details the process of cutting cardboard boxes using a Thunder Laser Machine.
Grant Burrage·July 3, 2023Best Laser Cutting Artists
Many people associate laser cut technology with the automotive and aeronautics industries, and it’s probably not the first thing that springs to mind when you think about art.
Grant Burrage·June 14, 2021A History of Laser Cutting
When you hear the word “laser,” what do you think of? For many people, lasers bring to mind images of Star Wars lightsabers and sci-fi movies.
Grant Burrage·June 14, 2021Choosing the Right Wood for Your Laser Cutting or Engraving Project
Wood is one of the cheapest natural materials available for laser cutting or engraving . One popular laser working application is tailored cabinetry.
Grant Burrage·April 20, 2021Personalize Your Products with Laser Cutting and Engraving
Laser engravers are some of the busiest professionals out there, particularly if they're in the market for creating unique gifts.
Grant Burrage·April 13, 2021
Designing for Laser Cutting
Laser cutting machines are outstanding tools for hobbyists and budding businesspeople alike.
Grant Burrage·March 30, 2021
Laser Cutting Project Ideas to Inspire Your Creativity
Have you ever come up with an idea and wondered what it would look like in reality? The ability to create something original from just your imagination was previously unheard of.
Grant Burrage·March 26, 2021
Laser Cutting: Engraving vs Etching vs Marking
In 2015 alone, over 320 million tons of plastic were produced worldwide.
Grant Burrage·March 22, 2021
Thunder Laser vs Aeon Laser Cutting Machines
My name is Alisha and I live and work in Friendswood, Texas, creating high-quality handcrafted, personalized woodworking and etching and leather crafting and tooling.
Grant Burrage·March 19, 2021
Thunder Laser vs Glowforge Laser Cutting Machines
The Rise in Laser Cutting Plastic is used across almost every industry, from packaging and appliances to personal care products and medical equipment.
Grant Burrage·February 27, 2021
Prevent Burning and Scorching When Laser Cutting
One of the skills CO2 laser engravers and cutters need to master is trying to avoid creating scorch marks on the edges of the engraving.
Grant Burrage·December 19, 2020
Everything You Need to Know About Laser Cutter Accessories
When you get a laser cutting machine, one of the most exciting initial considerations is thinking about what you’re going to make.
Grant Burrage·December 11, 2020
Comparing Laser Cutting vs 3D Printing: Which Technology Is Right for Your Project?
Laser cutting and 3D printing are two of the most popular digital fabrication technologies available today.
Grant Burrage·November 25, 2020
How Automotive Laser Technology Makes Manufacturing More Efficient
By 2022, the market for laser cutting machines will be close to $6 billion, and the automotive industry will be one of the sectors that will have a significant need.
Grant Burrage·November 20, 2020
Before You Start Working, Keep These 8 Laser Cutter Safety Tips in Mind
The ability of a CO2 laser to cut through almost any material like a hot knife through butter is legendary.
Grant Burrage·November 5, 2020
15 Ways to Use Laser Cutting Machines for Holiday Decor
One of the most fun and festive ways you can use a laser cutting machine is to create laser-cut decorations for Christmas.
Grant Burrage·October 30, 2020
Top 10 Benefits of Laser Cutting
For years, laser cutting was reserved for large industrial firms with the capital to pay for hefty, multifaceted machines.
Grant Burrage·October 15, 2020A Comprehensive Guide to Laser Cutting vs Water Jet Cutting
The two main processes manufacturers use when they’re cutting materials like metal or wood are water jet cutting and laser cutting.
Grant Burrage·October 10, 2020
20 Reasons Why Thunder Laser Is the Top Choice for Your Laser Cutting Needs
In the last few years, laser cutting machines have become accessible to the general population, instead of being solely the reserve of industrial entrepreneurs.
Grant Burrage·September 30, 2020
Why Is Laser Technology the Best Method of Engraving Glass?
When it comes to precision, laser cutting machines are the best method of engraving glass.
Grant Burrage·August 25, 2020
Why Are Maker Spaces So Amazing for Growth?
What Is a Maker Space?
Grant Burrage·August 18, 2020
Everything You Need to Know About How to Start a Laser Cutting Business
Where big brand names were once a sign of superiority, consumers are now moving towards small-batch artisan products.
Grant Burrage·July 25, 2020Pricing Matters: How Much Do Laser Cutting Machines Cost?
Laser cutting equipment can provide your business with a quick and effective way to cut, etch, and engrave items.
Grant Burrage·September 17, 2019
Best Laser Cutters for Your Business (2026 Buyer’s Guide)
Choosing the right laser cutter directly impacts: A wrong choice can slow down operations and limit growth. As highlighted in
Grant Burrage·June 17, 2019