On Mon, 17 Jan 2005 16:12:57 -0700, The Apostate One
rotaour@dimcomDEEOOHTEEnet wrote:

What about spraying it with a salt solution? Not sure what effect
that'll have...

Works very well, if you enclose the object in a plastic bag for a
couple of days afterwards and let it sit someplace warm.

Just don't leave it in too long or it will pit.

When you take it out of the bag and buff it until it's a shiny brown
you get a nice even brown.

I used to do that all the time. There may be better ways, however.

--RC


On 16 Jan 2005 22:07:10 -0800, wrote:

I'm currently using pieces of tin can for
a project and am trying to create a rust patina
on the surfaces.
I've tried muriatic acid (which was effective in
stripping the shiny plating on the metal), followed by
a clorox/vinegar bath (which blackened the metal),
but have been unsuccessful in inducing a deep brown rusty
coating.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

- Z

"Sometimes history doesn't repeat itself. It just yells
'can't you remember anything I've told you?' and lets
fly with a club.
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