Monday, 15 October 2018

Useful Techniques To Use On Alcohol Ink On Glass

By Shirley Burns


The use of colored inks to paint surfaces has become a common undertaking. The inks can be painted either on metals or glassware. These inks are pigmented, dry within no time and do not contain any acid. Whenever you applying them, it should not be carried out on porous surfaces. This article provides you with guidelines on alcohol ink on glass.

There are certain items you require to make your project easy. You will require various inks. There are very many pigments and blends available in the market. Most of the dealers sell them in packs of three varying blends. Using them all enables you to get beautiful results. If you are experimenting for the first time, consider acquiring a pack rather than single colors. You will get beautiful results and also save on cash.

A blending solution is needed. The work of the solution is to dilute and lighten the medium you want to use. It is normally used in enhancing projects and also cleaning up soon after you finish painting. It can clean the mediums off the tools, working area and hands. An applicator is also needed. You can use it in mixing different blends and applying them on the required surfaces without messing up. If you do not have enough money to buy an applicator, use gloves to ensure that you do not stain your hands.

You require a working surface. Ensure that the one you select is non-porous. It should also be flat to allow you to easily carry out your work. You may use ceramic, metal and gloss paper surfaces. Remember to also use a clear sealer for colors not to wipe off or fade. Two to three thin coats should be used to make sure that the work you do is well coated.

Application of the medium can be realized by a number of ways. You can start by immediately applying the medium to the needed glassware. A marker can also help you too directly apply the liquid. A felt applicator enables you to paint a background, smear bending solution followed by the liquid.

When you apply it directly, you get control of where you want the colors to go and the amounts that should be utilized. Use the tip of the applicator in blending the inks to create a colorful mixture. The medium can also be placed onto the glasses and then pressed into the liquid for creating different decorations. The liquid can also be dissolved in water and then the glassware immersed to come up with a unique look.

Starting with the less complex projects allow you to achieve good results. If this is your first time, start with the simple tasks to gain skills that can help you work on bigger projects without making too many mistakes. The blending solution is useful in cleaning off work you are not satisfied with allowing you to start over.

Ensure that the glasses you want to work on is ready. You may get poor results if you apply the inks on a dirty glassware. Clean well the glassware, remove any label and dry it prior to painting. These types of solutions can be utilized for a very long time before you run out of it.




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