If the mounts are antique wash-line mounts, then I would go with Prospero's suggestion. If they are just 20 years old, then Justintime gives the best advice.
Alternatively, use a double thickness off-white mount to give them a bit of oomph.
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- Mon 18 Jan, 2021 12:55 pm
- Forum: Introductions
- Topic: Hello from Somerset
- Replies: 13
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- Sun 17 Jan, 2021 2:23 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: protecting watercolors.
- Replies: 19
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Re: protecting watercolors.
Could it be that you don't like the 'glazed' effect and just want to protect the art from moisture, dirt etc? Well you could and if you did, it would be wise to wax the back as well to avoid the paper curling inside the frame. But you could also float mount them as 'objects' inside a larger than the...
- Fri 15 Jan, 2021 2:40 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: removing paint from gold leaf
- Replies: 2
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Re: removing paint from gold leaf
You could try meths, acetone or thinners. The problem might be even if you are able to dissolve or soften the dried acrylic resin, it might spread around more and leave a bigger mess than you began with. I would be inclined to scrape back the paint as much as possible, see if one of the solvents sof...
- Thu 14 Jan, 2021 2:25 pm
- Forum: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
- Topic: How to tackle the Tabernacle
- Replies: 5
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Re: How to tackle the Tabernacle
Very nice work. I would paint the main body of the frame black and only gild the thin sloped bevel around the sight edge. Seeing that you have several different varieties of wood used in the construction, it would be best to fill up all the wood grain before painting. The best and easiest is to use ...
- Fri 08 Jan, 2021 3:01 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: liquid wax grain sealer.
- Replies: 6
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Re: liquid wax grain sealer.
I agree with jFeig. A coat of sanding sealer will seal the wood and prevent any grain lifting. In fact, if you really wanted to play with the wax, then paint it on as you said and then cover it with sealer. The top paint coat will go on much easier. And to make things easier again, instead to a brus...
- Thu 07 Jan, 2021 12:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Vintage Frame Architecture
- Replies: 3
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Re: Vintage Frame Architecture
I think the backing planks were more to do with supporting the artwork than for any method of securing the mitres. Pine does tend to shrink over time and this has caused the mitres to open under the strain. A pine frame of this sort would normally have been glued closed first, then cross nailed to a...
- Wed 06 Jan, 2021 10:07 am
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Glass - cutting, quality, supplier.
- Replies: 8
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Re: Glass - cutting, quality, supplier.
I agree with Mark. It could be that the temperature is making the glass too brittle to cut successfully. A simple remedy would be to pass a hair-dryer or hot air gun over the area you're going to cut beforehand. Also make sure the glass is clean and dry before you cut. In cold temperatures you can g...
- Mon 04 Jan, 2021 6:50 pm
- Forum: Announcements
- Topic: Gilding with Gold Leaf. An Online Video Course
- Replies: 12
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Re: Gilding with Gold Leaf. An Online Video Course
Thankyou Gesso&Bole for your kind comments.
It is so satisfying to know that you have found the course useful.
It is so satisfying to know that you have found the course useful.
- Mon 04 Jan, 2021 12:36 pm
- Forum: Announcements
- Topic: Gilding with Gold Leaf. An Online Video Course
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11645
Re: Gilding with Gold Leaf. An Online Video Course
Thankyou Mark.
That's very generous praise indeed.
That's very generous praise indeed.
- Wed 30 Dec, 2020 10:54 am
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Compressor recommendation
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1305
Re: Compressor recommendation
Always an interesting subject about compressors. First of all, if you want a quiet compressor that can be used inside the workshop, then it has to be a Bambi. For most framing workshops where the underpinner is used only on a more occasional basis, then a medium range Bambi is ideal. It is however w...
- Sat 26 Dec, 2020 1:31 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2489
Re: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
I'll be interested to hear how you get on with the spray-can primers. I've only ever used a spray gun to apply that sort of primer and I've forgotten whether the finish needed to be smoothed down a bit afterwards. The finish certainly fills up the grain but wether it can hold on to a top coat of wat...
- Sat 26 Dec, 2020 12:27 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
- Replies: 11
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Re: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
You're quite right about overspray. Spray finishes are only really relevant to production processes. You need a dedicated spray booth.
I like your ideas of rubbing through with solvents though.
I like your ideas of rubbing through with solvents though.
- Sat 26 Dec, 2020 11:41 am
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2489
Re: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
Spray fillers are a good way to go. Only you have to stick with the nitro-cellulose medium. If you already have a spray facility, it might be a good idea to buy a separate spray gun to spray on nitro finishes. The white primers will fill up the grain to a gesso like finish. Spraying on a sanding sea...
- Fri 25 Dec, 2020 1:10 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2489
Re: Possible alternatives in ripple coat paint / primer.
There's a few ideas you could try. Take a small pot of one of the chalk paints that are readily available and add in more whiting ( powdered chalk ) so you have a really thick paint. Make your own paint with PVA diluted 50/50 water and thickened up with whiting to a wet paste. Add some alcohol to ha...
- Wed 23 Dec, 2020 4:08 pm
- Forum: After Hours
- Topic: Christmas Greetings to one an' all
- Replies: 6
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Re: Christmas Greetings to one an' all
And yes, special thanks to John who has provided this forum so we can all splutter, rant, rave and just generally talk shop.
Happy Christmas.
Happy Christmas.
- Fri 18 Dec, 2020 12:32 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Does anyone know if shou shugi ban produces a worthwhile effect on Obeche?
- Replies: 2
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Re: Does anyone know if shou shugi ban produces a worthwhile effect on Obeche?
I don't think burning the surface of obeche wood is going to create a more interesting effect other than just charred wood. The reason it works better on pine is because of the distinctive and wide wood grain pattern. Burning back the surface can bring out a sharp contrast in shades across the grain...
- Tue 08 Dec, 2020 2:51 pm
- Forum: Help!
- Topic: Any tips for pinning oak frames
- Replies: 5
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Re: Any tips for pinning oak frames
You've done all the right things. One pin in the corners to hold everything in place and a ratchet or simple band clamp to squeeze the mitres tight whilst the glue dries. Use the best wood glue you can lay your hands on.
- Sun 29 Nov, 2020 11:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: DIY Gilding Cushion? Which Leather? Etc.?
- Replies: 6
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Re: DIY Gilding Cushion? Which Leather? Etc.?
You could make your own gilder's cushion. It's basically a soft brushed calf-skin leather stretched tight over a small wooden board. The leather is padded with something like woolen blanket material. Most gilder's cushions come with a parchment wind shield and some leather tabs to hold the knife and...
- Tue 24 Nov, 2020 12:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Gilding: Easy or Just Pay For It?
- Replies: 8
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Re: Gilding: Easy or Just Pay For It?
Transfer leaf is the easy option. The gold leaf comes on a little square of release paper and all you have to do is press it onto the tacky gold-size, rub a bit with your finger and ta-da, you have gilded the surface. Now you can step back and think how wonderful it all is. But - That nice new spark...
- Tue 24 Nov, 2020 11:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Corner Clamps? Recommended?
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Re: Corner Clamps? Recommended?
Personally I'd go with a band clamp. Once on, you can wiggle the joints until you have the perfect fit and then tighten up as needs.
You're not tying down a shipping container, so a cheap £10 band clamp from Axmister or somewhere else is more than adequate.
You're not tying down a shipping container, so a cheap £10 band clamp from Axmister or somewhere else is more than adequate.