Hi! I wanted to use these to color copper for jewelry,do I have to seal it?If so what sealant?Thank you.
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Yes. Make sure the copper paint is dry. Then use a clear polymer spray sealant that is waterproof and permanent. Spray several coats making sure they dry completely before spraying another coat. Let dry well before handling.
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I used this product to seal the floor in my bathroom. I lay pennies on the floor and poured this over the top just slightly higher than the coins. It came our like glass and required no sanding. I was careful not the shake the product to keep out all the bubbles. Good luck!
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I did some jewelry making with silver solder before in school, but we used torches, not a solder gun. We used natural gas torches, but you could do it with a propane one. I think you would have a better time if you bought a torch and some other equipment to do this kind of work. Don't forget your protective gear too! (faceshield, ventilation, etc)
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What did you put into the tubes?? I used mine for bead storage, so mine are still as clear as the day I bought them 6 months ago. They are plastic, and so will react with chemicals/paints that are put into them.
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I keep a jar filled with mineral spirits and just spray it through the sprayer when I'm done painting. Probably overkill for latex paint but at least I'm sure there isn't any residue left. When I first got the critter I tried to be sure the whole thing was clean. Now I only ensure the tube, the tip and the hole in the lid are clear. GarryG is right about the cork gasket. I ended up getting some heavy duty gasket sheet from the auto parts store and made my own gaskets. They're not as fragile and I've always got a spare if I need it.
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Hello, Yes, you can use this on copper. But I think you'd be better off with Krylon Crystal Clear Rust Protector clear gloss acrylic spray. It's a little harder and dries faster. I have never used either on a table top, mostly on smaller areas of ceramics or jewelry. I don't know how well either would hold up on a table top if the surface gets a lot of use and it would probably not resist marks from hot mugs, etc. Surface also must be completely clean, with no traces of metal polish. It also might be hard to get an even spray cover over a large flat surface area. But I can't think of anything else that might work, except maybe Deft clear gloss brushing lacquer. (You have to work very fast wit this, and wet-on-wet.) Good luck!!
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Use a gloss black primer, and then paint *extremely* light coats of chrome, building it up slowly. I find that 2-3 coats works best, and it dries very quickly in between coats. I have looked everywhere for a "manual" or directions, but have not found one, so the info I am giving you is based on my own tests. I tried it many different ways, and only gloss black with light chrome coats gave me the high polish results I was looking for. It should also be sealed if it's going to be even lightly handled, and again the sealing should be done with a very light hand. I would recommend testing on plastic spoons to make sure you have things right before you go to model, as stripping this stuff is a real PITA. Happy Painting!
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Hello Bill, To use any primer or paint, you have to clean the metal. Most new metal has at least traces of manufacturing oil on it. This will ruin your paint job even before it's finished. Clean the metal with a strong dishwashing liquid and rinse well with hot water. If you don't have compressed air, at least get as much water out of the inside as possible, then dry off the tube with a clean towel. The make sure that the first inch of the inside is dry so the paint on the edges is not affected by water. Then Prime. The thorough cleaning is very important. Hope that helps! Joe
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If you are wanting to paint and use the shellac as a seal since paint really doesnt need anything over it....that would work....I use the shellac as a covering over areas that arent going to get much "traffic" Anything with a lot of wear/tear I would use a urethane....But a good paint, I have always thought of as a sealer and a protection not needing urethane or a lacquer/shellac, If you do put a coating over the paint. dont apply it for at least 10 days to make sure your paint is dry. Depending, of course, on the type of paint. Other wise the paint could remain uncured under the coating....I found that out the hard way. If you are wanting to paint and use the shellac as a seal since paint really doesnt need anything over it....that would work....I use the shellac as a covering over areas that arent going to get much "traffic" Anything with a lot of wear/tear I would use a urethane....But a good paint, I have always thought of as a sealer and a protection not needing urethane or a lacquer/shellac, If you do put a coating over the paint. dont apply it for at least 10 days to make sure your paint is dry. Depending, of course, on the type of paint. Other wise the paint could remain uncured under the... » Read More If you are wanting to paint and use the shellac as a seal since paint really doesnt need anything over it....that would work....I use the shellac as a covering over areas that arent going to get much "traffic" Anything with a lot of wear/tear I would use a urethane....But a good paint, I have always thought of as a sealer and a protection not needing urethane or a lacquer/shellac, If you do put a coating over the paint. dont apply it for at least 10 days to make sure your paint is dry. Depending, of course, on the type of paint. Other wise the paint could remain uncured under the coating....I found that out the hard way. « Show Less
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I purchased this to engrave glass, but I dont see any reason why you could not use it on copper, you would have to have the correct tip, they can be purchaced at any craft store.
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If you are going to use it for a craft project, it seems to be overkill. Your can use Minwax natural color stain for the purpose of seal and protect. But if you want your project to be gloss, it will do just that.
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STOP....STOP....PLEASE DON'T CLEAN YOUR COPPER BOTTOM PANS. Sorry to be an alarmist. If you scour your copper bottom pans they won't be copper bottomed for long. You'll end upwith brass bottom pans. The copper will wear off. The reason the copper is there is for efficient heating of your cooking. The copper shouldn't be shiny. It should be dark. Whew..I hope this warning is in time to save it..
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Yes if real copper and no if varnished or coated. Remove varnish or coating first. Use the ball available from Amazon to breeze through the job. Green corrosion will remove with vinegar and water applied liberally, then Flitz away. You may find the corrosion has eaten through the copper leaving tiny pin holes, or more. Seal these after cleaning.
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Since these are used with water, and acrylics are thinned with water, I would think you would have to be careful not to muddy your colors.
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Yes, never use acid in metal sprayers...The seals will eventually swell and go bad with acid over time in any sprayer...
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I always mix copper and chocolate to get the color I want, never have any problem. Been doing it for 2 years... should be fine.
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The directions tell you not to get any on metal. I'd use rubbing or polishing compound, depending on how bad the markings are.