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Has anyone used the metal dyes offered by steele fx, was wonderind what the advantages over paint are, and any other input or thoughts would be of help.
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I have an order due in tomorrow and am very excited. Watched the video that Bill did with the ducks and couldn't wait to place an order. Advantages....don't know, but the coloring possibilities are endless. And, Bill was quick to take my call regarding the copper application and explain what I had done incorrectly. I highly recommend his patinas and will pass judgment on the dyes soon, however I know they will be great.
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Kentuckyfarmer wrote:Has anyone used the metal dyes offered by steele fx, was wonderind what the advantages over paint are, and any other input or thoughts would be of help.
Thanks
Mike
The Solvent Dyes are Translucent. Unlike paint, there are NO pigments, so the steel (or any metal, for that matter)
is not hidden. You have the option of adding a few drops of White, which is pigmented, to any of the translucent dyes to turn them into an opaque color.

The Black Solvent Dye is also translucent, but can be sparingly added to any of the other colors to darken (shade) the colors into a darker hue or intensity.

The Dyes are all compatible with each other & can be combined to make an endless myriad of colors, tints & shades.

They dry instantly & the finished product will be accentuated & colors will become brighter when clear-coated.

If you have any more questions, let me know. Also, let me know if there are any other patina colors or products you'd like to see added to my Supplies page.

thanks!

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Thanks Bill I will give them a try before long
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I just used the Copper F/X on a few pieces I made and the results were amazing. The 1st one didn't come out so well but after watching the video on Bill's site I realized I was leaving a step out and the rest came out great. I just donated one of the pieces to the local VFW yesterday at a BBQ and they loved it.
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steelfx wrote:
Kentuckyfarmer wrote:Has anyone used the metal dyes offered by steele fx, was wonderind what the advantages over paint are, and any other input or thoughts would be of help.
Thanks
Mike
The Solvent Dyes are Translucent. Unlike paint, there are NO pigments, so the steel (or any metal, for that matter)
is not hidden. You have the option of adding a few drops of White, which is pigmented, to any of the translucent dyes to turn them into an opaque color.

The Black Solvent Dye is also translucent, but can be sparingly added to any of the other colors to darken (shade) the colors into a darker hue or intensity.

The Dyes are all compatible with each other & can be combined to make an endless myriad of colors, tints & shades.

They dry instantly & the finished product will be accentuated & colors will become brighter when clear-coated.

If you have any more questions, let me know. Also, let me know if there are any other patina colors or products you'd like to see added to my Supplies page.

thanks!

Bill
Bill are any of your products ok to ship internationally or is there a hazard component?

Larry
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Larry in NZ,

I do ship to Australia & NZ, but only by Ocean Freight.
Takes about 4 weeks and usually costs more in shipping than
the cost of the product.

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the patinas and dyes are fantastic and easy to use. check out my page on facebook to see what we have done with them.( Night Owl Dreams ) thanks Bill........Harold D. Buff
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I just spent about $1200 on all the patinas, dies and other supplies.
from what I've seen in the videos, I hope its as easy as he makes it look.
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mwade123 wrote:I just spent about $1200 on all the patinas, dies and other supplies.
from what I've seen in the videos, I hope its as easy as he makes it look.
If you have questions....don't be shy about calling Bill, He is very helpfull. It will take some practice if you have never done it before, but it is pretty easy.
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I just ordered the master starter kit last night and got shipping confirmation this morning. I am Bill is awesome to work with... This is the way all businesses should run! Can't wait to get the patinas and see what is possible for an old garage hacked like me to do!

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Oldsarge wrote:I just ordered the master starter kit last night and got shipping confirmation this morning. I am Bill is awesome to work with... This is the way all businesses should run! Can't wait to get the patinas and see what is possible for an old garage hacked like me to do!

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I think you'll be amazed at the finishes you can accomplish with the Master Starter Kit. And, thank you for the compliments.

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I am in for the FX. Ordered the book too. Thanx for all everyone's input it helped me in my buying decision.
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