Saturday, May 10, 2014

How To Use Glass Etching Cream

By Stan Alderson


All glass surfaces can be decorated with customized patterns and branding that will lat through the vigors of daily use and deliver aesthetically pleasing results. Glass etching cream is a popular choice to develop such features that are long lasting and appealing. One may buy a kit containing the product and all stencils that are required to achieve the necessary outcomes.

Buying these type of kits will allow one to proceed with the transformation of all sizes of glass. Such creams contain a strong formulation that includes acids developed to etch the surface for permanent and consistent outcomes. High quality measures can be applied that will ensure longer lasting outcome and professional methods for efficient and modern designs.

Chemicals that are included in these products are hazardous from Barium Sulphate to Sulphuric acid and requires the use of protective gear for the best results. When using the kits, the first step is to ensure that the surface of glasses are kept clean and free from fingerprints. Do not use harsh abrasives or products to clear the item of dirt and grit as it could leave a film behind that will distort the etching process.

The entire set will come with a stencil design that can easily be applied to the surface. Once you have select a particular creation, proceed to cut out the stencil on the frosted backing sheet to prevent getting dirt onto the back. Measurements must be taken accurately to obtain precision results.

Once the stencil is measured and cut out, be sure to apply masking tape over the design to prevent it from shifting when applying the creams. The entire surface area that is to be etched should remain clean and clear. Maintain a temperature of 70 degrees and higher to ensure that the cream can be applied easily.

Gloves and suitable eyewear must be bought when working with these types of creams to prevent against the possibility of poor consequences. It is best to apply thick layers of these products to ensure that it will be etched into the surface. The layering must be thick enough to develop desirable designs and to produce high quality outcomes.

The cream only needs to be left on the surface for a minute. Proceed to wash off the excess with warm water and remove the stencil. Once the area has been washed, allow it to dry and prepare for the creation of a long lasting work of art.




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