# Rockridge Grit

> Rock Tumbling Grit and Polish


## Posts

- [How to clean brass casings with stainless steel shot](https://ridgegrit.com/how-to-clean-brass-casings-with-steel-shot/): Stainless steel pins in a rotary tumbler clean brass casings inside and out. Here is what you need, the steps and the safety basics.
- [What to make with tumbled stones: project ideas](https://ridgegrit.com/what-to-make-with-tumbled-stones/): Jewelry, keepsakes, planters and gifts: ideas for every batch of polished stones, from easy to ambitious.
- [How to tumble softer stones like obsidian and turquoise](https://ridgegrit.com/how-to-tumble-soft-stones-obsidian-turquoise/): Softer and brittle stones can take a beautiful polish if you run them gently. Here is how to adjust the schedule, the filler and the grit.
- [Chipped, bruised or broken stones: causes and fixes](https://ridgegrit.com/chipped-bruised-tumbled-stones/): Chips, white bruise marks and broken stones almost always come down to how the barrel is loaded. Here is how to fix a batch and prevent it next time.
- [Burnishing: the extra step for a brighter shine](https://ridgegrit.com/burnishing-rock-tumbler-extra-shine/): A short soap run after the polish step cleans off residue and brings up a brighter shine. Here is how to do it.
- [Can you reuse rock tumbler grit? And what to do with the slurry](https://ridgegrit.com/can-you-reuse-rock-tumbler-grit/): Why used grit doesn't cut like fresh grit, and how to get rid of tumbler slurry without clogging your pipes.
- [Ceramic filler vs plastic pellets: when and how to use tumbler filler](https://ridgegrit.com/ceramic-filler-vs-plastic-pellets/): Filler keeps your barrel full, cushions your stones and carries grit into tight spots. Here is which one to use at each step.
- [Which rocks can you tumble together? A hardness guide](https://ridgegrit.com/which-rocks-can-you-tumble-together/): Mixing rocks of different hardness is the most common reason for chipped, bruised or worn-away stones. Here is how to sort your load.
- [How to make sea glass in a rock tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/how-to-make-sea-glass-in-a-rock-tumbler/): Turn broken bottle glass into soft, frosted sea glass in a few days. Here is the grit, the timing and the safety steps.
- [Rock tumbling for beginners: what you need for your first batch](https://ridgegrit.com/rock-tumbling-for-beginners/): Everything you need to run your first batch, from the tumbler and grit to the bucket and toothbrush, plus the mistakes to avoid.
- [How to tell when a tumbling step is done](https://ridgegrit.com/how-to-tell-when-a-tumbling-step-is-done/): The calendar is only a guide. Here’s how to check your stones before moving on to the next grit.
- [Rock collecting and rock tumbling](https://ridgegrit.com/rock-collecting-and-rock-tumbling/): Collecting and tumbling go hand in hand. Here is how to pick stones that will polish well, and where to look for them.
- [How to keep that underwater look after the stones dry](https://ridgegrit.com/we-want-that-underwater-look/): Stones that shine wet but go dull when dry usually have a fixable problem. Here are the most common causes and how to get a lasting gloss.
- [Innovation in rock tumbler consumables](https://ridgegrit.com/innovation-in-rock-tumbler-consumables/): The common four-pack of grit and polish is only the start. Here is how better blends, finer polish and smarter fillers change your results.
- [A rock hound's life](https://ridgegrit.com/a-rock-hounds-life/): Mountains, deserts, museums and rock shops: the life of a rock hound, where to find your people, and how to collect responsibly.
- [Rotary or vibratory: choosing a rock tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/rotary-or-vibratory-tumbler-choices/): Rotary tumblers shape rough rock; vibratory tumblers finish shaped stones fast. Here is how to pick, and why many people use both.
- [The joy of rock tumbling](https://ridgegrit.com/joy-of-tumbling/): Find a stone somewhere you love, put it in a machine and wait. A few weeks later, something ordinary comes out glowing.
- [How long to tumble rocks](https://ridgegrit.com/how-much-time-to-tumble-rocks/): Most rotary batches take about four weeks, but your stones set the real schedule. Here is what to expect and how to keep track.
- [How much grit to use in a rock tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/how-much-grit-for-tumbling/): Too little grit stalls a batch and too much turns it to mud. Here is how much to use in each step, by barrel size.

## Pages

- [Shipping & FAQ](https://ridgegrit.com/faq/): Answers to the questions we hear most. Can't find what you need? Email support@ridgegrit.com or use our contact form.
- [Terms and Conditions](https://ridgegrit.com/terms-and-conditions/): These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of ridgegrit.com (the “Site”) and any purchase you make from Rockridge Grit (“Rockridge Grit,” “we,” “us” or “our”).
- [Steel Shot](https://ridgegrit.com/instructions/steel-shot/): Stainless steel shot burnishes metal instead of grinding it. Tumbled with water and a little soap, it lifts tarnish and leaves jewelry, coins and brass bright.
- [Grit Stages](https://ridgegrit.com/instructions/grit-stages/): Every tumbling step uses a finer abrasive than the one before. Each grit removes the scratches left by the last, until nothing is left to remove but shine.
- [Vibratory Tumblers](https://ridgegrit.com/instructions/vibratory-tumblers/): A vibratory tumbler shakes an open bowl so the whole load rubs against itself in a thick grit slurry.
- [Refund & Returns Policy](https://ridgegrit.com/refund-returns-policy/): We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
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- [Rotary Tumblers](https://ridgegrit.com/instructions/rotary-tumblers/): A rotary tumbler turns a sealed barrel so stones slide over each other in grit and water, the same way a riverbed rounds off pebbles.
- [Contact](https://ridgegrit.com/contact/): Questions about an order, a hazy batch, or a custom blend for your tumbler. Send a note and we'll get back to you.
- [About](https://ridgegrit.com/about/): Rockridge Grit is a US shop for rock tumbler media.
- [Instructions](https://ridgegrit.com/instructions/): Step-by-step guides for every part of the job. Pick the guide for your tumbler, or read up on what each grit stage does. We add new guides as we write them.
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## Products

- [Silicon Carbide (36) Extra Coarse Graded Tumbler Grit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/silicon-carbide-36-extra-coarse-graded-tumbler-grit/): Silicon carbide graded 36 extra coarse grit for heavy shaping of rough rock. Available in 7 and 11 ounce bags.
- [Silicon Carbide (60/90) Coarse Tumbler Grit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/silicon-carbide-60-90-coarse-tumbler-grit/): Silicon carbide 60/90 coarse grit for step one of rock tumbling. Available in 7, 11 and 15 ounce bags.
- [Silicon Carbide (120/220) Medium Tumbler Grit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/silicon-carbide-120-220-medium-tumbler-grit/): Silicon carbide 120/220 medium grit for step two of rock tumbling. Available in 7, 11 and 15 ounce bags.
- [Brilliant Rock Tumbling Grit Kit for Rotary Tumblers](https://ridgegrit.com/product/brilliant-rock-tumbling-grit-kit-for-rotary-tumblers/): Advanced grit refill kit for better results.Tumbler Media Kit with Grit and Polish
- [Silicon Carbide (46/70) Coarse Tumbler Grit (3 POUNDS)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/silicon-carbide-46-70-coarse-tumbler-grit-3-pounds/): Silicon carbide 46/70 blend grit wholesale 3 Pounds. Bulk grit for tumbling.
- [Silicon Carbide (60/90) Coarse Tumbler Grit (3 POUNDS)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/silicon-carbide-60-90-coarse-tumbler-grit-3-pounds/): Silicon carbide 60/90 blend grit wholesale 3 Pounds
- [Vibratory Tumbler Grit Kit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/vibratory-tumbler-grit-kit/): Rock Tumbling Grit Kit for Vibratory Tumblers - Process (2) Full Loads
- [Plastic Spacer Pellets](https://ridgegrit.com/product/plastic-spacer-pellets/): Plastic Spacer Pellets for Rock Tumbling Improved Cushioning Protection REUSABLE
- [Harbor Freight Tumbler Refill (2) Kits](https://ridgegrit.com/product/harbor-freight-tumbler-refill-2-kits/): Special price discount Tumbler refill kit for Harbor Freight,includes Grit & Polish Rock Tumbling Media
- [Steel Shot Pins STAINLESS for Brass and Metal Cleaning (.047"x.255")](https://ridgegrit.com/product/steel-shot-pins-stainless-for-brass-and-metal-cleaning-047-x-255/): Steel Shot Pins STAINLESS for cleaning,burnishing Brass Casings (.047" x .255")
- [Stainless Steel Tumbler Media for metal, polishing Jewelry (3 Shape Mix)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/stainless-steel-tumbler-media-metal-and-polishing-jewelry-3-shape-mix/): Jewelers mix 3 way stainless steel for polishing metal in a rock tumbler
- [Stainless Steel Tumbler Media for metal, polishing Jewelry (3 Shape Mix)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/stainless-steel-tumbler-media-for-metal-polishing-jewelry-3-shape-mix/): Jewelers mix 3 way stainless steel for polishing metal in a rock tumbler
- [Rock Tumbling 6 Pack Grit Kit Hard or Soft Rocks in Rotary Tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/product/rock-tumbling-6-pack-grit-kit-hard-or-soft-rocks-in-rotary-tumbler/): Six pack grit kit for hard and soft rocks.
- [Ceramic Rock Tumbling Grind/Polish Filler- Small Cylinders(5/32 x 5/16")](https://ridgegrit.com/product/ceramic-rock-tumbling-grind-polish-filler-small-cylinders5-32-x-5-16/): Small ceramic tumbler polish cylinders
- [Plastic Spacer Pellets 11 Ounces](https://ridgegrit.com/product/plastic-spacer-pellets-11-ounces/): Plastic Spacer Pellets for Rock Tumbling Improved Cushioning Protection REUSABLE
- [Ball Shot Stainless Steel 304 (7 Ounces)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/ball-shot-7-ounce/): Stainless steel ball shot 304. Used in tumblers for metal polishing and burnishing. 1/8 inch ball shape stainless steel 304
- [Stainless Steel Tumbling Media 4 Shape](https://ridgegrit.com/product/stainless-steel-tumbling-media-4-shape/): Stainless steel shot comprised of balls, cones, angles, pins for use with a rotary tumbler to polish,clean or burnish metal. This is an advanced version of the Jeweler's mix.
- [Steel Shot Pins STAINLESS (.047" x .255")](https://ridgegrit.com/product/steel-shot-pins-stainless-047-x-255/): Steel Shot Pins STAINLESS for cleaning,burnishing Brass Casings (.047" x .255")
- [Lortone Tumbler Refill Kit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/lortone-tumbler-refill-kit/): Grit & Polish Refill Kits made specially for Lortone 3lb Rock Tumblers
- [Aluminum Oxide Super Fine Polish](https://ridgegrit.com/product/aluminum-oxide-super-fine-polish/): Extra Fine Aluminum Oxide(1200F) Best results Shine Tumbler Polish, LOW MICRON
- [Thumler's Tumbler Refill Kit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/thumlers-tumbler-refill-kit/): Grit Pack Refill for Thumlers Tumblers - Rock Polisher accessories (A-R1,MP-1,T)
- [Harbor Freight Tumbler Refill Kit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/82/): Tumbler refill kit for Harbor Freight,includes Grit & Polish Rock Tumbling Media
- [Advanced Rock Tumbling Grit Kit for Rotary Tumblers](https://ridgegrit.com/product/advanced-rock-tumbling-grit-kit-for-rotary-tumblers/): Advanced grit refill kit for better results
- [Ball Shot Stainless Steel 304 (2200+ balls)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/ball-shot-stainless-steel-304/): Stainless steel ball shot 304. Used in tumblers for metal polishing and burnishing. 1/8 inch ball shape stainless steel 304
- [Stainless Steel Shot Tumbler Media for metal polishing Jewelry (3 Shape Mix)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/stainless-steel-shot-tumbler-media-for-metal-polishing-jewelry-3-shape-mix/): Jewelers mix 3 way stainless steel for polishing metal in a rock tumbler
- [Extra Fine Aluminum Oxide (1200F)](https://ridgegrit.com/product/extra-fine-aluminum-oxide-1200f/): Extra Fine Aluminum Oxide(1200F) for Brighest Shine use Tumbler Polish Alox 1200
- [Ceramic Rock Tumbling Grind/Polish Filler- Large Cylinders(5/16"x3/4")](https://ridgegrit.com/product/ceramic-rock-tumbling-grind-polish-filler-large-cylinders5-16x3-4/): Large ceramic tumbler polish cylinders
- [Rock Tumbling Grit and Professional Polish Kit for any Standard Rotary Tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/product/rock-tumbling-grit-and-professional-polish-kit-for-any-standard-rotary-tumbler/): Standard refill kit for three pound rock tumbler. Completer Four step process. Grind to polish
- [Rock Tumbling Grit Kit for Full Spectrum Lapidary Processing in Rotary Tumbler](https://ridgegrit.com/product/rock-tumbling-grit-kit-for-full-spectrum-lapidary-processing-in-rotary-tumbler/): Extra coarse rock polishing media kit
- [National Geographic Tumbler Refill Kit](https://ridgegrit.com/product/national-geographic-tumbler-refill-kit/): Refill kit for National Geographic tumbler
- [Smithsonian Tumbler Refill](https://ridgegrit.com/product/smithsonian-tumbler-refill/): Smithosonian Tumbler refill kit


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