Does it really look like brass? I have never used it or seen it on anything? Is there a better alternative like HoK?
Thanks.
Posted by George Perkins (Member # 156) on :
Very pretty color, yes looks like brass.....however it's fades extremely quickly. I don't know if I got a bad batch but I won't use it again. Once bitten twice shy.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
George, did you clear it or add hardener or anything? What about for indoor applications or on doors under overhangs?
Posted by George Perkins (Member # 156) on :
No clear or hardner, this was pinstriping on an 18 wheeler. Indoors or out of the sun should be fine, a clear coat would definately help.
Posted by captain ken (Member # 742) on :
beware the coverage problem! It is worse than mett. gold might need 3 coats
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Do you have suggestions for something else? This is going on a cutout HDU logo for a sports bar that is approx. 26" x 12".
Posted by Jonathan Androsky (Member # 2806) on :
Hiya Amy. Have a looksee at the Non-reactive (won't tarnish) Metal Effects coatings by Modern Masters. Here's a link: Modern Masters
Lots of fairly trick colors and effects there. They offer a clear for their coatings too, if you're worried about weathering (I've never personally put this stuff outside).
They have an Iridescent Gold on the chart that I have which is close to One Shot Brass, only less green. Unfortunately the chart I have is pretty old, but judging by their web site, they've added a bunch to their product line.
Have Fun!
Posted by Michael Boone (Member # 308) on :
Amy Here's an alternative for you..... prime and paint the graphic with regular oneshot. Let it dry well Then apply a coat of gold leaf size( I use quick size for this) Allow the size to go to a tacky state Then dust the size with bronze lining powder. there are lots of shades of powder. Let the job sit for a few days. then burnish with a cotton ball next apply a coat of clear. I like to use Eppifannes varnish. this is an outdoor job......the powder goes everwhere! you will need compressed air to clean up the work this technique will give you a real close immitation to a real gold leaf job nice n bright
Posted by John Deaton III (Member # 925) on :
Amy, a friend of mine uses Ronan acrylic mettalics quite a bit on his blasted and HDU signs, and he swears by them. I haven't tried them yet, but I intend to. I have seen his close up and they look great. Here's the link to their site and the page they are on. Ronan Metallics Posted by Fernando Ocampo (Member # 2133) on :
Amy a good thick roller coat of brass will cover any thing. Just work it fast and indoors to let it level and not streak.
Once dry,you can clear coat it with two coats of frog juice rolled on with no thinner and get at least two years out of it in the worst of conditions.
One Shot is no longer what it used to be so don't expect it last if you do not use multiple coats of paint. T his proccess could drip down the sides of letters but if your careful you shouldn't have too much clean uo to deal with.
have fun and don't be afraid to take risks!
Posted by Sonny Franks (Member # 588) on :
Amy, I just got a quart of the Ronan that John mentioned from Gary Anderson at Rhino Paints and it's really nice stuff. The "Real Gold" is the best I've seen and it appears similar to the Deka gold I have on signs that are over 5 years old and still look great. (Deka went out of business) It's water-based, covers well in 2 coats, and seems to go a long way.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Thanks again everyone! I'm exploring my options and trying to find local vendors of the products mentioned.
