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frit
Japanese: フリット
Crushed glass granules. The way they melt varies depending on their particle size (grit). You can also make them yourself from glass sheets. / Note: For pâte de verre and decorative applications.
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Frit is a granular material made from crushed glass. The way it melts varies depending on its particle size (grit); coarser frit retains a grainy texture, while finer frit melts into a smooth finish.
It can be used for pâte de verre and decorative work, and you can also make it yourself from sheet glass.
This entry is written in Japanese by Rei Chikaoka and translated for readers outside Japan. If something reads oddly, the original is the source of truth.