Metal Colouring Tourmaline, Antiquing Fluid, Patination Fluid Brown - 500ml

• Metal Colouring (Tourmaline, Antiquing Fluid, Patination Fluid) for copper, brass, bronze, etc. It is easy to use and ideal for use in antique restoration for ageing new brass and copper fittings. It is fast, effective and etches the colour onto the surface of the metal.
• Remove any metal lacquer using paint stripper or similar solvents. Thoroughly remove and clean any grease or oil, including fingerprints.
• Apply the Antiquing Fluid directly onto the item, using either cotton wool or a brush, and watch the surface quickly change colour. When the desired colour is achieved, rinse immediately with clean water or weak alkaline solution and pat dry with a cotton cloth.
• Alternatively, dilute with 10 parts water and immerse item to ensure a uniform colour change, this process is recommended when treating more than one item. Apply some agitation to prevent high spots caused by tiny air bubbles. After treating, items can be sealed with a wax oil or lacquer.

Antiquing Patination Fluid - Black or Brown - 500 ml Ideal for COPPER, BRASS, BRONZE, PEWTER etc. Metal Colouring (Tourmaline, Antiquing Fluid, Patination Fluid) for copper, brass, bronze, etc. It is easy to use and ideal for use in antique restoration for ageing new brass and copper fittings. It is fast, effective and etches the colour onto the surface of the metal. By a simple technique metals can be coloured with a layer of oxide a few micron thick to provide an antique-like finish. Preparation Remove any metal lacquer using paint stripper or similar solvents. Thoroughly remove and clean any grease or oil, including fingerprints. Application Apply the Antiquing Fluid directly onto the item, using either cotton wool or a brush, and watch the surface quickly change colour. When the desired colour is achieved, rinse immediately with clean water or weak alkaline solution and pat dry with a cotton cloth. Alternatively, dilute with 10 parts water and immerse item to ensure a uniform colour change, this process is recommended when treating more than one item. Apply some agitation to prevent high spots caused by tiny air bubbles. After treating, items can be sealed with Priory Polishes Jade Oil. Please Note - Not recommended on Stainless Steel. Available in two colour options. It is always recommended to test a small area first. More sizes available - See our other listings.