DON’T USE SOLVENTS
QUESTION: I am having some trouble with one of my favorite patinas not “sticking” in certain spots. Any suggestions? Brian B. ANSWER: (Note: This is one of the most common questions I receive. Problems with ...
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MILL-SCALE REMOVAL
QUESTION: Re: MILL-SCALE REMOVAL & DROSS/SLAG REMOVAL… I am wondering how you guys clean & prep your Hot-Rolled Steel for paint / powder / patinas, dyes or whatever you finish with……. So far I ...
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HONEY-PINION PATINA FINISH ON STEEL
Q: Bill, I Have a Customer That Wants a “Honey-Pinion Patina Finish? Do you offer something to give this type of look? Thanks, Dale K., 3/7/17 HONEY PINION FINISH ON METAL ART A: Dale, ...
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PACKAGING AND SHIPPING FINISHED METAL ART
Joel H. wrote: 12/10/2016 I Need Help. I need to know how to ship clear-coated items so that wrapping doesn’t leave marks on the product. Thanks. Joel H. Hi Joel, I’d be glad ...
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FAQ: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BLUE PATINA/S ON MILD STEEL
Doug B. Wrote: (11/14/16) ”Hello Mr. Worden, What would you recommend using to color 22 gauge mild sheet steel blue? I’ve seen a few of your videos showing stainless but I’ve not seen anything ...
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Cleaning Stainless Steel
QUESTION: Wolf A. Asks: ”The cleaning lady rubbed off a small section of stainless steel patina on a Kitchen Aid oven. My wife sees nothing else but the small (2 inches x 8 inches) ...
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AGING COPPER, BRONZE OR BRASS
AGING COPPER, BRONZE OR BRASS (To Look Really Old) QUESTION: I just purchased COPPER F/X for the first time. Could I get a good result if I do not clear coat the copper on mild ...
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Question: Mike A. asks: ”I have a galvanized metal counter top that some of the galvanizing has come off and there are also ring mark stains that I am not able to remove. I ...
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Copper-Plating Large Steel Sign
Q: ”Hi Bill, I have a customer who wants two nice bright copper steel faced signs that are 24″ x 84″ I just ordered COPPER F/X™ from you. Can I get a nice bright finish ...
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MOST POPULAR STEEL PATINAS
Bill Worden, Owner – STEEL F/X® PATINAS Below is a List of the Most Favorite Steel Patinas, and Bill’s Favorite Patina & Steel Coloring Products: (Mostly In Order of Priority, Especially if You’re Just ...
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