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Step By Step Photos
Sequencing of Chemicals
Layering
Rusting Effects & Patterns
Easy Mill-Scale Removal  (15 minutes!)
Dross Removal Made Easy




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book on steel patinas and finishes
16 Oz., Quarts, Half-Gallons or Gallons.

Coverage is Approx. 250-300 Sq. Ft. Per Gallon.

No Minimum Order!

Spray On - Rinse - Done!

Pre-Mixed  ~ Ready to Use
Patinas & Dyes!

SAFE ~ VERY EASY ~ FAST!
Beautiful Results ~~ Guaranteed!

No Heat, Flame, Electricity or Tanks Required!
      
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These 32 ounce sprayers have a higher output than standard trigger sprayers. Great chemical resistance. Adjustable nozzle for a more accurate flow control. Provides finest mist to a jet stream. FKM O-ring and piston cup.
I use these every day!
Pump Pressure Sprayer has adjustable spray nozzle for spray from mist to stream, wide mouth, and chemical/acid resistant. Has grip handle and thumb trigger. Highly Recommended  for spraying Copper FX on larger pieces.
This is one of the most important tools you can have! Rinse After Each Use for longest life. 48 Ounce Capacity.
$21.95
STEEL F/X Patinas & Dyes are carefully formulated to react with steel to produce unique, vivid colors & patinas without "hiding"
the polished steel beneath.  STEEL F/X patinas work at room temperature, indoors or outdoors and are easy, fast and safe.

NO SPECIAL TRAINING OR EQUIPMENT REQUIRED!  ~  ODOR-FREE!!

Steel F/X Patinas & Dyes offer Metal Artisans many new options of metal-finishing, colorizing, effects and patination that is difficult or impossible
to achieve with the use of paint or powder-coating.

All STEEL F/X Patinas are suitable for Interior or Exterior applications.
Surgical Blue™ Tack Cloth
Well-known in the OEM/Automotive manufacturing industry, Surgical Blue™ Tack Cloth is used to provide a contaminant-free surface before painting to prevent defects.
Use Surgical Blue™ Tack Cloth after you've dried your patina and before clear-coating to get the finishing results you expect.


 
$14.95 Per Dozen
  $19.95
Included With Book Purchase:

* Unlimited Toll-Free Phone Support

Instructional Videos

* Email Notification of New Products & Special Offers


Book is Emailed To You Upon Purchase
$15.95 Each
24 Ounce -  Anti Splash Chemical Funnel
Lab Quality with Mesh Filter/Screen
Very handy when transferring Patinas to Quart Spray Bottles.
You do NOT need a different funnel for each patina.
Rinse with water after each use & let dry before transferring different product.   The Best I've Found!  
Patinas & Dyes For Metal  ~ Ready To Use ~ No Heat or Tanks Required!
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Useful for Final Rinse ~ Especially on Large Pieces.
Acid  Neutralizer With Wetting Agents & Surfactants.
'Steel Patinas and Finishes'
Product Details
* Pub. Date: February 2011
* Publisher/Author: Bill D. Worden, Steel F/X, LLC
* File Size: 8mb
* EAN: 2940012080233

'Steel Patinas & Finishes' introduces to the metal artisan or fabricator to methods, chemical patinas, tricks & tips to achieve coloring on steel art.
Methods and products used in the book utilize no heat, but instead use acid-based chemicals to bring out coppers, bronzes, golds, reds, blues and blacks.
Book has descriptive photos and links to website for further detailed examples of what can be achieved using these processes.
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All Rights Reserved 2007 - 2012  Bill Worden, Steel F/X, LLC, www.steelf-x.com
BLACK F/X
Black Antiquing or Accents on Bare Steel OR on top of the other Patinas
TORCH F/X
Produces Leathery Reds & Brilliant Shades of Blues on top of Copper F/X.
Can also be used on top of Rust F/X or Auburn F/X
RUST F/X
Produces Many Shades of Brown/Red Rusting on Bare Steel OR on Copper F/X
PEWTER F/X
Gold & Bronze Darkening Effects on Copper F/X OR Pewter Effects on Bare Steel
COPPER F/X
Instant Bright Copper Plating on Bare Steel.  Copper F/X is also a required base for Pewter F/X and Torch F/X
AUBURN F/X
For Antiquing or Patination of Bare Steel with Shades of Reds & Browns on Steel OR over Copper F/X
BRONZE F/X
New Formula!    Instantly Produces an Oil-Rubbed Dark Bronze Patina on Steel
Without Using Oil OR Heat
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BLU F/X
Cold Bluing Formula.
No Tanks or Heat Required.
Works Best by Immersion on Highly Polished Steel
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The Absolute BEST Clear-Coat In The Industry!  
The ONLY Clear-Coat I will use on my Metal Art!
Each Gallon w/Activator Makes 5 Quarts.  
Average Cost Per Sq. Ft. is Only $0.80 !
Deep, Ultra-Clear, Fast Drying! 1.5 Hr. Pot Life!
Includes FREE 4:1 Mixing Cups, Sticks & Strainers
4-1/2" x 7/8" Type 27 Flat. Zirconium flap disc grinding wheels. These flap discs are manufactured using Norton zirconia cloth. The Norton material is superior due to its uniform particle size and premium blend of ingredients. These discs exceed other flap discs by packing
25~50% more abrasive on each snippet. In addition, all discs are manufactured on computer controlled machines and subject to numerous tests which ensure high quality and greater safety. Made in Germany.
These are the discs that I use every day!  
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80-Grit  or 120 Grit
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Flap Discs
RED COPPER F/X
Deep, Rich Red Copper Plating on Bare Steel
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PPG - DELTRON DC3000
Ultra-Clear Coat
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DC-3000 CLEAR
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* Fine finish polished body: Smooth polished surface makes it easier
         to clean
* Ergonomic gun design: New trigger and ergonomic grip
* Light weight & well balanced body
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* Improved AKULON cup: Improved paint cup with multi thread
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Master Starter Kit  ~   10 - 16 Ounce Patinas
w/ Spray Bottles
Craftsman Starter  Kit  ~   5- 16 Ounce Patinas
w/ Spray Bottles
Steel F/X Patinas + Your Creativity = Beautiful Results!
Choose Qty. ~ Shipped Empty
STEEL DYES
COLORS
4 - OUNCE BOTTLES
CHOOSE COLORS BELOW
Solvent Dyes for Steel or any metal, including Aluminum or Stainless.   Translucent, Vibrant Colors in any hue imaginable by combing different dyes.

The color possibilities are endless. 

Easy to apply by brush, sponge, rag or air-brush, instant drying & compatible with any clear-coat. 

Colors can be combined, thinned or tinted with white.  (White Tint is Opaque) Colors can be darkened (shaded) with the Black Dye, which is also translucent.

Concentrated, you may thin it with
acetone.  (Just a few drops)

Can also be used on top of any of the Steel F/X Patinas for gorgeous effects including color, depth, shadows & shading.

Can be Clear-Coated with any Clear you prefer, including Clear Powder-Coat.

See video just posted.  Very fun to work with & the results are phenomenal.

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FLAME F/X
Heat Effects for BARE STEEL without Using a Torch!
May also be used on
Copper F/X for Flame effect.
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GOLD RUST F/X
Produces Ligtht to Medium Shades of Golden-Brown Rusting on Bare Steel.
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How To Videos - Steel Patinas
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STEEL F/X VIDEOS
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