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Protective coating for flame patina on copper without fading
I am an artist working in copper. I would like to finish more of my pieces with flame (rainbow) patina, but cannot find a finish that will allow the bright red and blue colors to remain after putting on a protective coating. I have tried absolutely every product. Nothing works. I need help!
Penny W [surname deleted for privacy by Editor]artist - East Peoria, Illinois, United States
2003
Hi Penny,
Are you spraying clear lacquers over your artwork? Are you using a wax? It is helpful if you let the readers know exactly what you have used.
G. J. Nikolas &Co.,Inc.
Bellwood, Illinois
2003
Try Staybrite spray for brass.
Gayle CoffeyMetalx Specialty Products / Ronatec
Fallbrook, California
2003
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Ed. note: Also see letter 2662 for more Q&A's on this topic.
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"Clearcoats/Lacquers for Brass from G.J. Nikolas"
"Clearcoats/Lacquers for Brass from G.J. Nikolas"
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