Jump to content

Example of Spar Varnish on Polished Copper

Reegesc

By Reegesc

 Share

Here's and example of the the color you can expect applying Spar Varnish to polished copper. The finish has cured for about six months on this tool stand. You can see how deep the finish looks but using my ONE HEAVY COAT METHOD. :-) You could apply multiple and get a similar look. I've the one coat to be easier and less likely to develop bubbles and other finish blemishes. I also removed the tools on the second rack to give you and idea of how the spare varnish hold up. You can see a little wear on the arm were the tools normally rest, it's not quit as shiney, but stilll looks for regularly use.

From the album:

WIP Wallet/Tobacco Pouch

· 12 images
  • 12 images
  • 0 comments
  • 3 image comments

Photo Information

  • Taken with SAMSUNG SAMSUNG-SGH-I747
  • Focal Length 3.7 mm
  • Exposure Time 1/15
  • f Aperture f/2.6
  • ISO Speed 200
View all photo EXIF information
 Share

Recommended Comments

Reegesc

Reegesc

Posted

* One HEAVY COAT (to the point of dripping), provides a dipped look, adding depth to the finish, and created an impossible look of fossilized clear liquid Amber

* Seals the copper completely, preventing oxiditation.

* Spar varnish's natural amber cast nicely compliments copper's polished color, providing an amber glaze look..

* The color deepens over time as the varnish cures for a year (possibly longer). At one year the color is a lovely combination of bronze/orange/copper

These results are for indoor objects away from sunlight. Spar varnish does deteriorate under UV rays. It's also a soft finish and more easily scratched than Poly for example (which is inferior, don't bother).

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Add a comment...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
×
  • Create New...