Photo Demo: Using Latex Rubber to Mask Dye

[mendedbowl]

Hi Kate,

Thanks for doing this tutorial, beautiful work on your clock face!

I've never tried this before, i like to airbrush my dye and i would love to use this technique. I see this thread is 3 years old, so I would like to ask a few questions please.

Are you still using this technique? if so have you had any problems during the time since you posted this?

You mentioned that the latex product you used had thickened on your shelf, how about now, is it still good, or have you replaced the original bottle? I guess what I'm asking is have you found out what the shelf life is for this product?

have you learned any additional tricks or tips for this technique?

Thanks for any help,

ken

[RParson]

Another guy on this site had shared that as well. I started using that method and works great. Thanks for sharing..

[fatbob1945]

Very nice! I'll have to try the latex,thanks!

[OdinUK]

Thanks to Kate I've been using this technique for masking. Here is an example of using liquid latex for masking in various layers to do a paintjob on a leather backpatch I made. It works great.

http://www.lordofleather.com/twistedsisterhowto.html

[sos]

Thanks to Kate I've been using this technique for masking. Here is an example of using liquid latex for masking in various layers to do a paintjob on a leather backpatch I made. It works great.

http://www.lordofleather.com/twistedsisterhowto.html

That is so beautiful!

[club49]

I purchased some from Hobby Lobby, it works great. Thank you.

Jim

[betaraven]

Some bits of info on latex.

Being accustomed to liquid latex as used to create effects in the performing arts, this information may be helpful. Liquid latex consists of around 33% latex and 66% water. To this mixture, ammonia is added around 0.3%, for cosmetic latex whereas craft and mould making can contain twice the amount of ammonia, which is generally the cause of the odour. Ammonia acts as a preservative, helps the product to remain white and to control the pH. The shelf life is approximately 12 months dependent on the amount of additives included. Like many leatherwork chemicals, like contact glue, it should be applied in a space with good ventilation or a fan to direct air to an open window/door.

Latex can cause an allergic reaction to certain people, which in some cases is sudden and severe; this is going to be a risk factor for the user. The high water content means there will be shrinkage as the latex dries – around 2 % to 3%.

When buying liquid latex, unscrew the cap and look for yellowing and dried latex in the neck of the bottle an indication that the stock is getting on in shelf life.

[PappyJoe]

Novice question. How do you remove the rubber latex mask?

Edited December 3, 2020 by PappyJoe
clarify question

[paloma]

On 12/3/2020 at 6:44 PM, PappyJoe said:

Novice question. How do you remove the rubber latex mask?

with your finger.

[PappyJoe]

On 12/5/2020 at 7:31 AM, paloma said:

with your finger.

Thanks. I know it was a stupid question but I've never used it before and didn't know if it removed any of the paint when it came up.