Compared to an average sandpaper nail file, how thick are these? Are you able to file under the nail?
1158309
They are a bit larger but one can still file underneath to file edges. Have used this type nail for about 10 years and there is nothing better. Not too thick to easily work with.Don't think I will ever go back to the traditional file.
1158310
These are certainly thicker than sandpaper nail files, but I've had no problem getting under my nails. I've bought many, many different types of files--these are by far the very best I've used. They only things you need to be aware of are that they should be rinsed with water regularly to remove the filings and they will break if bent (like in a purse, etc.) They came with plastic sleeves which work fine if you're careful, but putting them in a hard case/container (a small plastic box works great in a purse)is the best.
1158311
The largest is slightly less than 1/8th of an inch thick, the smallest is about 1/16th. I have had no problem filing under the nail
1158312
Not very thick. They last and last and last, but will break if sat on, dropped on something hard, or hit with something hard. You can get under your nails with them. Need to rinse them clean. (I've used the large one on my feet to get calluses off - that works, too!)
1158313
They are thicker, about an eighth of an inch. I can't get all the way under, but I'm able to file under the edges to smooth out. I really like them for my thin, weak, but sort of long, nails. They were definitely worth the money. Haven't bought any other files since.
1522685
not sure but not meant for the nails much too bulky and thick would never work as nail art.
517318
As I have pretty strong natural nails I have not ventured into the gel polishes. That being said I have stamped with everything from dollar store polish to mac polishes and they all stamp .. Some are just better than others even within each brand. The thicker and more pigmented the polish the better the stamp. If gels are thick and pigmented then I believe they would do well too.
1147052
Hi Patricia these excellent pads have no nails but sharp hollow cylinders atached to the pad. You drive them in with a hammer much easier than a nail. A nail will bend, these will not. You will love them just as much as we doRegards, Bert
1425501
Yes they are about 1" in the nail on version. Don't see bigger ones in a nail on, only see the adhesive back ones in the larger sizes.
1543989
They r a good inch an a half when u put them on the end of ur nail like ur suppose to. But I put it over my whole nail. They are extremely Easy to cut an file down to the size u wnt also. They are pretty sturdy also so stay on for a while. You can also paint the whole nail like u would ur regular nails an it looks very natural.
1517198
they are approx. a little bigger than half an inch long. they cover my entire nail.
623454
This one came only with file bits made specifically for it. I use it to file dog nails. Try contacting the company.
1942424
I was questioning the same thing when I was waiting for them in the mail. But I'm just using them for recreational and didn't care. However when I got them, and inspected them. They are very strong. White tips only though. I've gotten tips to look great as while nails, so it doesn't matter what I buy. Now if you want them thicker, just do the acrylic normal, let it dry completely and add another layer. Keep doing so to the desired thickness, then file... You don't want much flexibility, as it will weaken greatly in the area that bends. If you mean to form to your own nail.. I understand, you just add the glue and hold super tight for about a minute linger than it says too, or longer than you personally would. I use 'hard as nails' with the helmet head guy hanging. Because its much stronger glue than normal nail glue. Hope that helps.
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It didn't specify that when I purchased the nail files. Actually I think it's salon strength, this could file down acrylic nails with no proplem. They are to rough and abrasive for natural nail. I use them for pedicure.
117004
I bought two files. Both were double-sided. Both did their job very well. I dropped both on our laminate floor. Both snapped at about the middle. So now I use the business end of one. Recommend wrapping the file from the beginning of the business end to the end of the handle with electrical tape, or other cushioning tape. I like these things better than diamond files, and they ought to last a long time, if you can keep them from snapping.
1810104
I have not tried these on fingernails. Most people probably purchase these to deal with thickened toe nails. They might be a bit of overkill for normal fingernails.
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Basically the color is just for looks I think. They aren't really very gritty but they do leave your nails very smooth. They are a little thick and difficult to file the sides so i use a regular file to do the sides properly. Overall I really like them because they don't wear down like a regular file. I keep the smaller one in my car for emergencies and the medium one in my desk at work. Keep in mind, they are glass and might break if you drop them on a hard surface.
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Hi Margaret! I just squared one off with a heavy grit file, and it was fine. They're pretty thick, so I doubt there would be any cracking issues. The only thing is the nails are very close together, so I'd do an entire wheel before swatching so you don't inadvertently ruin a previous design. Hope that helps :D
50462
They are about as thick as cardstock, maybe a little thicker. I would say they are thick enough. Thicker than the cheap papers.
755847
Hello! They are just over 1/4 in thick...5/16th of an in. thick to be pretty exact. If you hold onto it with some pliers near the end, and break off a piece with another pair of pliers holding the tip..you might be able to break off a smallish piece of it. It's just a matter of making a controlled break where you want it.
950551
They are easy to use. They are a flat bar. You can use your thumb on top and index finger under so no I haven't had the problem with nails at all and my drawers are really full. I've had this for a while now and its the best! Make sure you measure because its really big!