1. What is this Calculator?

This calculator determines the profit or loss from crafting molten glass using buckets of sand and seaweed in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). It helps players evaluate the profitability of this crafting activity.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses this formula:

Where:

• Molten Glass Value — Current Grand Exchange price of molten glass
• Sand Cost — Cost of one bucket of sand
• Seaweed Cost — Cost of one soda ash or giant seaweed
• Quantity — Number of items you plan to craft

Explanation: The calculation subtracts material costs from product value and multiplies by quantity to determine total profit or loss.

3. Importance of Profit Calculation

Details: Calculating profit before crafting helps players make informed decisions about money-making methods in OSRS. This is particularly important for bulk crafting.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter current Grand Exchange prices for accurate results. Check prices regularly as they fluctuate. Remember to include all material costs (sand and seaweed/ash).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where do I get these materials?
A: Sand from Bert in Yanille or the Sandstorm, seaweed from underwater fishing or farming, soda ash from burning seaweed.

Q2: What's the crafting XP per molten glass?
A: Crafting molten glass gives 20 XP per item (or 25 XP with the giant seaweed method).

Q3: Are there any requirements?
A: Level 1 Crafting is required. Access to a furnace is needed (Edgeville is most convenient).

Q4: Should I use giant seaweed or soda ash?
A: Giant seaweed is more efficient (1 seaweed = 6 soda ash) but check current prices for cost-effectiveness.

Q5: How often do prices change?
A: Grand Exchange prices fluctuate daily. Check prices before large crafting sessions.