Seachel

Ooh, well that would explain it. I’ve seen some other artists who use it over their acrylic, but I’ve never seen or heard them having any problems like I’m experiencing. Thanks for the suggestion with the acrylic varnish, I’ll pick some of that up and give it a go!

Hey all, I’m working on a banjo strap and I’m at the stage where I’ve added RTC Sheridan resist over the carved and stamped design before applying the antique gel. However, after applying and drying overnight, the RTC is drying pink and splotchy around the edges on the white acrylic paint, and it’s feeling sticky on those spots compared to everywhere else. Now it’s picking up a lot of dust and debris that’s nearly impossible to wipe off. I’ve now stripped and repainted those spot three times, trying very carefully to avoid the edges of the dyed leather around it so it doesn’t pull color, but I woke up this morning to the same results that I’ve been experiencing. This is my first project using RTC as I’ve seen it highly recommended as a resist for antiquing over acrylic. I’ve diluted it with just a little bit of water and I’m applying two coats with a brush only on the carved and painted areas, avoiding the dyed background leather because I don’t want the sheen there. I can’t seem to upload pictures because the files are too big, so hopefully my description comes across! I appreciate any suggestions.

Hey all, I’m working on a banjo strap and I’m at the stage where I’ve added RTC Sheridan resist over the carved and stamped design before applying the antique gel. However, after applying and drying overnight, the RTC is drying pink and splotchy around the edges on the white acrylic paint, and it’s feeling sticky on those spots compared to everywhere else. Now it’s picking up a lot of dust and debris that’s nearly impossible to wipe off. I’ve now stripped and repainted those spot three times, trying very carefully to avoid the edges of the dyed leather around it so it doesn’t pull color, but I woke up this morning to the same results that I’ve been experiencing. This is my first project using RTC as I’ve seen it highly recommended as a resist for antiquing over acrylic. I’ve diluted it with just a little bit of water and I’m applying two coats with a brush only on the carved and painted areas, avoiding the dyed background leather because I don’t want the sheen there. I can’t seem to upload pictures because the files are too big, so hopefully my description comes across! I appreciate any suggestions.