When used as a structural material, aluminium is often left with a natural surface or given a coloured anodised finish. However, it is also necessary to apply a protective or decorative coating (e.g., paint) to some aluminium surfaces. This article (from Aluminium Courier, Dec. 1965) was ...
Art classes, such as painting or drawing, are as important for children's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledg...
1.- As you can see I didn't removed the toner, we'll do that later, prepare some space to be able to spray paint the panel, any automotive paint will work. ***note: you can remove the toner before painting the panel if you want, just use some old cloth or towel paper with nai...
Unfortunately, we were not yet able to obtainsilver bluefrom ‘leaves of sterling Luna, that is, very thin leaves of sterline silver’. The ‘sterline silver’ used to prepare the ‘fine blue’ (nobre azul) had possibly a different composition from what is presently used for sterling silver...
“We suggest the use of local manufacturers for the supply of windows and doors, with timber that’s sustainably sourced as locally as possible,” he says. “Recycled aluminium lasts incredibly well without rusting or rotting.”If you’re planning to paint the wood, Abbie suggests using ...
How to Paint Faux Wood Paneling? Paneling usually has a sheen that needs to be scuffed to prepare it for paint. Use a pole sander with 80 grit sandpaper followed by a good cleaning with TSP or detergent, rinse well. When dry, roll on two light coats of bonding primer – let the firs...
You may be out sitting on a rock for several hours, and on occasions like these, I would back a waterproof picnic blanket and a small collapsable aluminium chair. Why be uncomfortable doing what you love? I would also recommend a 1-litre water bottle to stay hydrated and some high energy...
This bicycle restoration is turning out to be a bit addictive. Here’s a quick recap thus far. At first things were going pretty well, stripping the frame for sanding went quickly. Then, tragically while sanding the frame to prepare for paint the centre cable guide snapped ...
Fabric Preparation: Fabrics such as percele, fine silk, muslin or cotton work well for this project as they are the most easiest fabrics to dye. If you are working on a flat piece of fabric prepare it by washing, drying and ironing the piece. This will remove any starch, dyes and avoi...