SilversaxMan Posted January 2 Share #1 Posted January 2 Just about to start Amati Dorade. Lots of shiny brass fittings, and photo etch parts, which was big attraction of the kit. Is there a method of treating all these parts to keep them in the new condition, to prevent patina etc. A bath solution would be best as some are very small. I'm in the UK. Canute and thibaultron 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cotrecerf Posted January 2 Share #2 Posted January 2 Hello SilversaxMan, to keep brass shiny (after polishing and degreasing) apply ZAPON-lacquer either by spraying or dipping. It is quite thin fluid and so does not build up too heavily. Have a look at Wikipedia: Zaponlack Zaponlacke sind dünnflüssige, transparente Nitrolacke auf der Basis hochviskoser Cellulosenitrate (Kollodiumwolle), die in leicht flüchtigen Lösungsmitteln wie Amylacetat, Ethanol und Ethylacetat gelöst sind. Sie sind meist farblos, können aber auch Farbstoffe enthalten.[1] Sie dienen meist zum Oxidationsschutz (als Schutz gegen Anlaufen) von Metallen wie Messing, Bronze oder Silber. Zaponlacke sind ungeeignet für die Anwendung bei Eisen oder Stahl, da sie keine rostschützende Wirkung haben. Sie dienen daneben als Firnis sowie zum Lackieren von Holz, Glas und Leder. Der Vorgang des Behandelns mit Zaponlack wird zaponieren genannt. Zaponlacke können gesundheitsschädlich wirken und sind meistens leicht entzündlich. Ein ähnliches Produkt ist Nagellack. Sorry, no translation available. greetings and a happy year 2024 to you Joachim mtaylor, Canute and thibaultron 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilversaxMan Posted January 2 Author Share #3 Posted January 2 Thankyou. Appreciate your time and advice. Canute, thibaultron and mtaylor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgdawson Posted January 3 Share #4 Posted January 3 On 1/3/2024 at 4:09 AM, cotrecerf said: Zaponlack ...... Ein ähnliches Produkt ist Nagellack. Sorry, no translation available. Google translation :- Zapon varnishes are thin, transparent nitro varnishes based on highly viscous cellulose nitrates (collodion wool), which are dissolved in highly volatile solvents such as amyl acetate, ethanol and ethyl acetate. They are usually colorless, but can also contain dyes.[1] They are usually used to protect metals such as brass, bronze or silver from oxidation (to prevent tarnishing). Zapon varnishes are unsuitable for use on iron or steel as they have no rust-protecting effect. They are also used as a varnish and for painting wood, glass and leather. The process of treating with zapon varnish is called zaponing. Zapon varnishes can be harmful to health and are usually highly flammable. A similar product is nail polish. Mark cotrecerf, Canute, allanyed and 1 other 3 1 Quote Mark D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Pellett Posted January 4 Share #5 Posted January 4 If you are writing from the USA, Nitrocelulose lacquers are readily available in hardware and home improvement stores. Look for the clear Rust Oleum type spray can lacquers. Roger bridgman, mtaylor and Canute 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaddoc Posted January 5 Share #6 Posted January 5 Try Rennaisance wax. Invisible, dead easy to apply and will keep them shiny for ever. This is I think what museums use. My experience has been very good - I have brass pieces stay shiny for 10 years now mtaylor, Canute, cotrecerf and 1 other 4 Quote Current projects: 21' Fisherman's Launch - plans by Howard Chapelle Completed projects: 21' Yawl Longboat - plans from the National Maritime Museum Deben 5 tonner - a Whisstock yard design 24' exploration gaff rigged ketch - a Tad Roberts design 15' knockabout sailing boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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