In this video we show how to get a blackened and aged steel look with Traditional Slate Black. Slate Black: www.sculptnouve... Patina Stains: www.sculptnouve... Clear Guard: www.sculptnouve...
Slate Black will work on any bare steel. If you have any areas that have bondo or anything like that it will not react, but if it is all bare steel, it will work. With bigger surfaces, flash rusting can be difficult to manage. I would look at the Black Magic videos as well, those do not want to rust as quickly.
Hi again. I followed the steps and tried to apply the clear coat but had a few issues. 1. the clear coat has dried white in a few places, why? and 2. A hair fell into it and removing it caused some streaks that wont cover up. Can i sand these out and reapply?
1. Typically it is cause by trapping moisture in under the clear coat. 2. Depending on the clear coat yes you can sand it out gently or sometimes you can just reapply. Give us a call and we can make sure we get you the proper answers for you job specific case though. 760 432 8242
No but if you want to blacken stainless steel take a look at our Stainless Black video. So it is possible, but this is not the video to show you how to blacken stainless steel.
Hi, I’m following all the steps but after the sacrificial coat when yours is looking almost golden min just black. How can I encourage the brown parts to appear?
If your goal is a brown finish, I might suggest taking a look at either Japanese Brown or Rustic Brown. Those will be a more reliable way to develop a brown patina on steel.
@@sculptnouveau I follow the steps exactly but as I said after your sacrificial coat and water it looks golden. Then you add the second coat which adds more black but keeps the brown parts poking through. When I do the sacrificial coat it is almost pure black after neutralising with water. My end result is dark black with blue hues
@@MrBrennanMatt It might be better if you give us a call, easier to help over the phone. 760 432 8242. that being said, some find that extending the reaction time will cause more rust color to come out.
Yes the technique would work but I would be careful about the clear coat. While Ever Clear is a good clear coat, any surface meant to be submersed in water regularly is a tough environment to protect.
Patina Stains on their own are transparent, except for a few opaque ones like the Bronze, Brass, Copper, Silver, and Rust. So on its own over steel, it would be a light grey and it would build up into black as you apply more coats.
Great questions, it really depends on what you are building. Sometimes its unavoidable and you have to weld after a patina. Whenever given the option however, I always fabricate and weld and then patina or finish the piece. So much easier if you can get it done that way.
Thanks for the video. I have aluminum sheet that I would like to create this look. Can I use this patina on aluminum ? If not what can I use to create this look on aluminum?
Slate Black applied to hot aluminum will create a brown effect. If you want to achieve a black patina on aluminum, take a look at Brichwood A14: th-cam.com/video/9Hzf5qSljDg/w-d-xo.html
Wish I could be of assistance. They are suppose to be available within 24 hours of notification. That is why we openly have all of ours: sculptnouveau.com/pages/safety-data We might be able to help you find a substitute product if you are interested. Let me know how we can help.
What patina stain product was the one used at the end? Just the standard black patina? Could you do a combination of slate black and a final light coat of the black patina? (Followed by the sealer)
The Slate Black and Black Patina Stain are both considered Dangerous Goods when we ship them by air, while we can ship them overnight and internationally, unfortunately we cannot ship them via FedEx to Mauritius. We can most likely get them to you via ocean freight should you desire to do that. Send us an email and we can talk more if you want.
Love the final product. I'm restoring a 1964 Delivery Van and the front is steel. Would this work?
Slate Black will work on any bare steel. If you have any areas that have bondo or anything like that it will not react, but if it is all bare steel, it will work. With bigger surfaces, flash rusting can be difficult to manage. I would look at the Black Magic videos as well, those do not want to rust as quickly.
Hi again. I followed the steps and tried to apply the clear coat but had a few issues. 1. the clear coat has dried white in a few places, why? and 2. A hair fell into it and removing it caused some streaks that wont cover up. Can i sand these out and reapply?
1. Typically it is cause by trapping moisture in under the clear coat. 2. Depending on the clear coat yes you can sand it out gently or sometimes you can just reapply. Give us a call and we can make sure we get you the proper answers for you job specific case though. 760 432 8242
This work with stainless steel?
No but if you want to blacken stainless steel take a look at our Stainless Black video. So it is possible, but this is not the video to show you how to blacken stainless steel.
Hi, I’m following all the steps but after the sacrificial coat when yours is looking almost golden min just black. How can I encourage the brown parts to appear?
If your goal is a brown finish, I might suggest taking a look at either Japanese Brown or Rustic Brown. Those will be a more reliable way to develop a brown patina on steel.
@@sculptnouveau it isn’t. I want the finish you achieved in this video. Where it is black with rustic brown coming though, as said in the video
@@sculptnouveau I follow the steps exactly but as I said after your sacrificial coat and water it looks golden. Then you add the second coat which adds more black but keeps the brown parts poking through.
When I do the sacrificial coat it is almost pure black after neutralising with water. My end result is dark black with blue hues
@@MrBrennanMatt It might be better if you give us a call, easier to help over the phone. 760 432 8242. that being said, some find that extending the reaction time will cause more rust color to come out.
What if it's a 3d and a vertical piece and can not be laid down, how do you control the drips and make it even?
Great question, take a look at the Patina Gel product we make to help with that: th-cam.com/video/RpVHzP1KQiY/w-d-xo.html
Can I use this technique on an antique bathtub? Will the clear coat hold up?
Yes the technique would work but I would be careful about the clear coat. While Ever Clear is a good clear coat, any surface meant to be submersed in water regularly is a tough environment to protect.
What would the patina stain look like without the slate black underneath?
Patina Stains on their own are transparent, except for a few opaque ones like the Bronze, Brass, Copper, Silver, and Rust. So on its own over steel, it would be a light grey and it would build up into black as you apply more coats.
Would denatured alcohol work instead of the isopropyl?
yes!
Is it advisable to use the patina before or after fabricating/welding your piece?
Great questions, it really depends on what you are building. Sometimes its unavoidable and you have to weld after a patina. Whenever given the option however, I always fabricate and weld and then patina or finish the piece. So much easier if you can get it done that way.
Thanks for the video. I have aluminum sheet that I would like to create this look. Can I use this patina on aluminum ? If not what can I use to create this look on aluminum?
Slate Black applied to hot aluminum will create a brown effect. If you want to achieve a black patina on aluminum, take a look at Brichwood A14: th-cam.com/video/9Hzf5qSljDg/w-d-xo.html
I have tried to get updated SDS for Sur Fin products for years. Who should I contact?
Wish I could be of assistance. They are suppose to be available within 24 hours of notification. That is why we openly have all of ours: sculptnouveau.com/pages/safety-data We might be able to help you find a substitute product if you are interested. Let me know how we can help.
What patina stain product was the one used at the end? Just the standard black patina? Could you do a combination of slate black and a final light coat of the black patina? (Followed by the sealer)
Yes just the Black Patina Stain was used at the end. Yes, a traditional patina and then a patina stain works very well together.
Was the final "patina stain" picture a combination of Slate Black then Black Patina Stain, or just Black Patina Stain?
The Final picture had Slate Black Patina with Black Patina Stain over the top.
Would this work on a stainless steel sink? Thanks.
The Slate Black would not be the proper choice for stainless steel but take a look at this patina: th-cam.com/video/YwasGr-h-LY/w-d-xo.html
@@sculptnouveau thank you.
Can order from Mauritius ?
The Slate Black and Black Patina Stain are both considered Dangerous Goods when we ship them by air, while we can ship them overnight and internationally, unfortunately we cannot ship them via FedEx to Mauritius. We can most likely get them to you via ocean freight should you desire to do that. Send us an email and we can talk more if you want.
is this available in UAE???
We do not have any distributors there but we might be able to ship to you via FedEx depending on your address. You can email us for more information.