Technique > E-Files

Electric Filing Techniques: Backfills

February 1, 2003  | Demo

Doing a backfill with an electric file can help you achieve faster and more accurate results.

Electric Filing Techniques: Working on the Natural Nail

February 1, 2003  | Demo

As long as it’s done properly and with the right tools, an electric file on the natural nail can be just as safe as a regular nail file.

Electric Filing Techniques: Repairing a Crack

February 1, 2003  | Demo

Cracks appear too often on acrylic nails, but with the help of an electric file they can easily be removed.

Electric Filing Techniques: Prepping for a Full Set

February 1, 2003  | Demo

Getting the nails ready for a full set is one of the most important steps in artificial nail application.

Electric Filing Techniques: Removing Lifted Acrylic

February 1, 2003  | Demo

Using an electric file to remove lifted product will greatly reduce the time spent on this common repair.

Learning the ABCs of Electric Filing

February 1, 2003  | Article

Investing in an electric file means knowing how to properly use it — and that means getting the right education. Here,we show you where to go and why it’s important to keep learning.

Keep Your Electric File in Shape

December 1, 2001  | Article

You need to give your drill some TLC if you want it to last a long time — and do its job properly. Keeping it clean and dust-free are the first steps to keeping an electric file in good condition.

The Making of an Electric File

July 1, 2001  | Article

What exactly goes into making the time-saving tool favored by so many nail techs?

Carbide Bit Basics

October 1, 2000  | Article

Manufacturing electric file bits with tungsten carbide creates long-lasting and extra-durable bits.

Drills Don’t Hurt Nails, Nail Tech Do

June 1, 1998  | Article

I’m of the mind that if properly educated and skilled in their use, drills can only help nail technicians save time, but allow them to do some procedures that are more difficult by hand (like backfills).

The X Files

July 1, 1995  | Article

Electric files have allowed a generation of nail technicians to cut their service time drastically, yet critics view them as a health menace to both client and nail technician. Here’s the latest buzz on the controversy from a legal point of view.

South Carolina Drill Scare Averted, Education To Come

February 1, 1995  | Article

In a victory for South Carolina nail technicians who use electric files, the state board rescinded its prohibition of electric drills following a public hearing.

To Drill Or Not To Drill

October 1, 1993  | Article

By taking a few precautions, nail technicians can reap the benefits of using a drill while avoiding its potential hazards.

Table Top Finishing Machine Offers Comfort And Control

February 1, 1988  | Article

Atwood Has Successful Show With Diamond Magic Drill Bits

March 1, 1984  | Article