The Complete Guide to Different Types of Lapidary Saws
Lapidary saws are essential for maintaining the performance and longevity of any workshop. The specific types of lapidary saws you […]
Buying Guides & Comparisons, Saws & Cutting
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
Why Roller Bearings Are Better for Lapidary Saws
Roller bearings are essential for maintaining the performance and longevity of lapidary saws. The type of carriage system used in
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Cleaning Mineral Oil in Lapidary: Why It Matters and How to Do It Efficiently
In lapidary work, mineral oil plays an essential role in keeping slab saws running smoothly by reducing friction and heat
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
Saw Blade Wobble: Common Causes and How to Fix It
A saw blade that isn’t running true can be frustrating. Instead of a clean, straight cut, you get vibration, uneven
How to Make a Stone Sphere: A Step-by-Step Guide
Perfectly round stone spheres don’t start that way. Each one goes through a controlled process that transforms rough material into
Buying Guides & Comparisons
What’s the Difference Between Reciprocating and Rotary Flat Laps?
If you’re working with slabs, crystals, or flat surfaces, you’ve likely come across two main types of flat lap machines:
Rotary Tumbler vs Vibratory Tumbler: What’s the Difference?
If you’re getting into rock tumbling, you’ve likely come across two main types of machines: rotary tumblers and vibratory tumblers.
How to Sharpen a Diamond Blade
Keeping your diamond blade sharp is essential for efficient cutting, smoother performance, and longer blade life. Over time, even quality
How to Cut Rocks: A Beginner’s Guide to Lapidary Rock Cutting
One of the most exciting parts of lapidary work is cutting rocks. On the outside, rocks may look plain and
Rocks for Tumbling: What Stones Work Best in a Rock Tumbler
Rock tumbling is one of the most rewarding ways to turn rough stones into smooth, polished gems. Choosing the right
How to Make a Cabochon: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Creating a cabochon is one of the most rewarding skills in lapidary work. Learning how to make a cabochon allows
How to Polish Rocks Without a Tumbler: Tools, Techniques, and When to Use Them
Polishing rocks is one of the most rewarding parts of lapidary work. While rock tumblers are popular for beginners, they
What is Lapidary? A Complete Guide to the Art of Crafting Stones
When people first ask what is lapidary, they are usually picturing polished gemstones, smooth cabochons, or perfectly round stone spheres.
How to Tumble Rocks: A Step-by-Step Guide
Rock tumbling is a rewarding hobby that transforms rough stones into smooth, polished pieces. While the process is simple in
Mohs Hardness Scale for Gemstones: A Practical Guide for Lapidary
Understanding the concept of gemstone hardness is one of the most fundamental aspects that a gem enthusiast or lapidary artist
Rock Tumbling for Beginners: What You Need to Know
Rock tumbling is one of the most approachable ways to get started in lapidary. With the right setup, ordinary rough
Tucson Gem Show 2026: It’s Fun, But Is It Worth It?
Every year, the Tucson Gem Show brings together collectors, lapidary artists, rockhounds, and gem enthusiasts from around the world. The
10 Perfect Holiday Lapidary Gifts for Rockhounds (They’ll Actually Use!)
Finding the best gifts for rockhounds can be tricky, especially during the holidays when you want something unique, meaningful, and
Buying Guides & Comparisons, Sphere Making
How do the Standard Speed Sphere Machine and High Speed Sphere Machine differ?
The Standard Speed Sphere Machine is a traditional sphere machine. This low-speed machine is what other people have been using
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
Everything You Need to Know About Arbor Bearings
Do you have problems with your arbor bearings? We’ve compiled these videos of Highland Park Lapidary CEO John Rowland about
Cabbing & Shaping
Creating A Wide Variety of Shapes With This One Machine is Possible
The Highland Park Shaping machine is a versatile piece of equipment that allows you to make a wide variety of
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
How to Put the Right Amount of Coolant on Your Saw
Putting the right amount of coolant on your saw is important. And you might be asking how to put the
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
How to Rebuild Your EverClean Unit
Highland Park Lapidary invented the EverClean System to utilize the mineral oil so that it can be used multiple times.
Saws & Cutting
What’s a Greenline Agate Eater Diamond Blade And How to Replace Its Segments?
Greenline agate eater diamond blade is one of our top selling blades. Although it has a longer break in period
Cabbing & Shaping, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
10 Helpful Hacks for Your Highland Park CB8 Cabbing Machine
Unlike others that are quite hard to reach out once they’ve got the sale, the Highland Park Lapidary Company is
Lapidary Education, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
3 Helpful “How to” Videos for Your Lapidary Equipment
Many of you have been asking these questions, so here’s Highland Park Lapidary CEO John Rowland as he shows you
Buying Guides & Comparisons, Cabbing & Shaping
Things You Need to Consider Before Buying a Cabbing Machine
One of the main reasons people engage in lapidary is the joy and satisfaction of creating jewelry. Cabochons are one
Beginner Guides, Saws & Cutting
How to Cut Large Rock Slabs
One of the many things you can create out of a rough rock is a slab. A stone slab is
Beginner Guides, Saws & Cutting
Your Guide in Understanding Diamond Saw Blades
In rock and gem cutting, you need something to… well, cut ‒ your material. And while you can use other
Buying Guides & Comparisons, Saws & Cutting
Slab Saw vs Drop Saw: A Clear Comparison to Know the Right Saw for You
You might have browsed the web for a clear comparison between a slab saw and drop saw, to decide which
Beginner Guides, Rock Tumbling
Tumbling 101: 10 things you need to know before rock tumbling
Tumbled rock is one of the most common things we see in physical stores or on Etsy, Amazon, or eBay.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
How to clean your saw?
Most of us probably know that the lapidary industry is a dirty, messy hobby. Cleaning a saw is both time-consuming
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
3 Helpful Hacks for your Slab saw
A lapidary slab saw is used to make accurate cross-section cuts through large and heavy pieces of semi-precious material, mineral
Beginner Guides
Read this before buying your first piece of lapidary equipment
Lapidary is the art of cutting, shaping, and polishing semi-precious or precious gemstones. If you’re a beginner you might be
Lapidary Education, Saws & Cutting
What is a diamond saw used for?
Diamond saws are widely used in different industries such as the semi-conductor industry, construction industry, and in the gemstone industry.
Beginner Guides
New to Lapidary? Here’s a Guide to Help You Start.
You may be sitting on your favorite chair and thinking of a new hobby, or maybe you thought of making
Lapidary Education, Saws & Cutting
What is Blade Tension?
Blade tension relates to how straight the blade is. It may affect great blade performance and clean cuts. When the
Maintenance & Troubleshooting, Saws & Cutting
Why Does the Right Cutting Coolant Matter?
Mineral oil offers lubrication, cleanliness and low pressure that you can’t get with other types of oil such as diesel,
Best Lapidary Saw Feed System: Gravity Feed vs Power Feed
If you’re asking yourself what the best lapidary saw feed system is, you’re not alone. Most lapidary hobbyists start with