"Dave" wrote:
Does anyone know where I can get that black liquid that can be painted on
artifical coals (as used in the Canon flame-effect fires)? I have no idea
what
it's called - or what it is!

Coal refurbishment paint, Black Magic is one brand,
http://www.sparesmerchant.com/fires.asp sell it, I have only ever seen it in
outlets that specialise in coal effect fires and accessories (not the DIY
sheds), only seen it in aerosol form.