Saturday, December 15, 2018

Decorative Tips On Alcohol Ink On Glass

By Scott Collins


Decorating of glass with alcohol ink is simple, and it can warrant you end up getting a great outcome. The type of coloring used is a solid based dye that is ideal for the surfaces that are not porous. When you get the commodity, it will come in a bottle, and it has a dropper. It is these features that make it simple to use. If thinking of using alcohol ink on glass, here are some of the pointers you need to note.

If it is what you are planning on using, then you need to be fast. You should visualize what you want to achieve and how to go about it. The reason being the commodity that dries within a short time and in case you feel you are still on it when you have started then you might not end up completing the art, and this can be frustrating.

To achieve the best outcome, see to it that the bottle being used is clean. In case there are any stickers or markings then put in mind to have them removed. Avoid harsh soaps when you are doing the clean as this is something that will make it hard to use. Do not start the project without making certain that the surface is dry.

The one thing you should note is that in as much as art is beautiful, you should also note that it can be messy. No one wants to have dirty hands when they are done. However you have to note that the alcohol ink is not like any other dyes and if this is the case, then you should note that it can be cleaned within a short time and this will end up yielding a positive outcome.

At times you might be careful and still find you have made some mistakes. This is the case when you are dealing with the project especially if new at it. Errors can compromise the way the commodity looks, but if it is the case, you should not worry as you can use rubbing alcohol to clean up the project.

It is important to note that the commodity you are using is not edible. Thus, note uses it on products that will touch foods or beverages. When making use of these commodities, then note that they are ideal for decorative purposes only. Thus, they should not be used on surfaces that will be used to put any edibles.

The other pointer to note is that when you made use of the dye and mixed it with compressed air, then there is a high chance of there being combustion. Thus, to avoid such risk to warrant you do the project in a place that is well ventilated. Only then can you be assured you are safe.

When you want to get the best outcome without staining much, consider using a platform that is smooth as opposed to that which is not. The thing you should understand about these flat surfaces is that they are easy to work on and will end up giving you the best outcome. At the same time, it is not something that will end up straining you. If starting, you will find using a rough surface is not as easy.




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