Introduction: How to Make Flash Paper - Magic Trick Fireballs (Nitrocellulose)
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This is a demonstration of the salt method I use to make nitrocellulose. A better demonstration of the flash cotton I have made with this method can be seen in my video 'Fireballs Vs. My Hands'. A much higher quality flash paper can be made with this method if 100% cotton paper is used rather than fabric. I chose to use fabric because it is more readily available and less expensive than cotton paper.
A more advanced process for making much higher quality nitrocellulose can be found here:
http://www.grassrootsdiy.com/NC.htm
