New! Stainless Steel Patina for Color Case-Hardening & More!

Easy, Safe, Quick 2-Step Patina for Stainless. Narrated by Bill on 6/30/16. This New Product, STAINLESS F/X™ is Available Only at steelfxpatinas.... Adding Color to Metal Objects. Premium Patinas, Dyes, Stains, Finishes & Supplies for the Metal Artisan. Specializing in Premium Patinas & Finishes for Steel...and, Now! ~ STAINLESS STEEL! 7/9/17...Check This Out! • Video (PPF™- POLYMER PATINA FILM for Color-Case-Hardening.

[@keltiqrennee]

nice camera work...very informative...

[@BillWorden]

Thank you very much! BIll 😎

[@rustyshackleford1803]

Five years too late but the music absolutely destroyed this

[@thepoormanschannel2082]

Cool

[@mlee9049]

Hi, I use 316 stainless steel for outdoor pieces. Will this finish last outdoors or does it require clear or powder coating? Thank you.

[@charliecanipe6728]

Wondering if the stainless matel still retains it's corrosive resistance after this treatment? I imagine so but wanted to double check. Thanks in advance!

[@BillWorden]

Yes, it does.

[@brick8253]

Can you use this on chromoly.... I have a bike I want to do something like this to.

[@BillWorden]

Chrome or chrome/molybdenum?

[@Bluecollar711]

Can you please give me the information where I can buy this stuff ASAP!

[@BillWorden]

There's a link above, in the description. If you don't see it, let me know. 😎

[@OceanPhoenixArt]

I wonder if you can use this on Corten steel?

[@BillWorden]

Works well on corten steel if you remove the mill-scale first.

[@xtcrider8270]

I'm planning to do this on my 440 stainless knife. Have you tested it on 440?

[@BillWorden]

I have a video of me using STAINLESS F/X on 440. Works Great! 🙂🤘

[@motherhoodjourney6046]

How can i buy yuor product sir

[@BillWorden]

Link in Description. steelfxpatinas.com/shop/steel-patinas/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/

[@ForgottenHillbilly]

Hi Bill, I have done some cold bluing on guns here and there through the years and as you know those receivers on some can be tough unless you can do actual color case hardening. I was wondering though; would you recommend heating the steel slightly 1st for better results or does that not really matter with this product? Also, do you think any certain oil would help it last any longer or just a good gun oil a person would normally use? Gun wax maybe? Thanks!

[@BillWorden]

Heating will have no effect. I use Renaissance Wax or SprayMax 2K, both available on my website. steelfxpatinas.com Thanks, Bill

[@pasmadohunter1985]

Nice

[@kiplingmcfarland4230]

Bill, LOVE this!!! How do you think this patina wow hold up on a stainless countertop?

[@BillWorden]

@Kipling...It would be fine, but I'd still recommend an Epoxy Resin Coating or a 2-Part Automotive Clear. The 2-Part Clear would be really hard to do if the counter-top was already installed, though. You'd have to live somewhere else for a few days! ;o) Bill

[@kiplingmcfarland4230]

Cool! Thanks! I used your dyes on my lights above my kitchen island and we are building the island next - so I could do them outside!

[@BillWorden]

+Kipling McFarland _ Looking forward to seeing some photos!

[@BillWorden]

It would depend on how much abuse the counter-top receives. Personally, I would do an Epoxy Coating on it.

[@speakingthetruth8166]

can you still use gun oil on cleaning and rust prevention?

[@BillWorden]

You sure can! 👍

[@JDGage]

Would this work on aluminum tubes? I make Lightsabers if you see my videos and I want something like this or with stone. I've played with a few just by sanding it with 600 and then using alcohol aniline penetrating stain and it seems to come off fine. Although these were samples, I haven't done it to a hilt yet. Then I just used a clear sealer over it.

[@BillWorden]

Jake Holm...It will not work on aluminium.

[@LorriCarnevale]

can you use this on brass as I design jewelry and do not want to use any heat methods if at all possible. Thank you

[@BillWorden]

Yes, it works great on brass, bronze & copper. Sorry for the delay, I just saw the question. Thanks!~Bill

[@abo2jez]

Would I be able to do this on the action of my beretta silver pigeon 1 shotgun? Many thanks

[@BillWorden]

Yes, as long as it's not aluminum. Bill

[@bobkeller8383]

I am getting ready to do a knife. Is there any way to make sure you get more blues or is it just whatever?

[@BillWorden]

@ Bob...The amount of 'blues' is controllable, by the length of time (dwell-time), that the patina is in contact with the steel and whether or not you do one application or more. Plus, you can add any of the "Blue Family" of Gels, like: FLAME F/X™ Gel or for Darker Blues, BLUE-BLACK F/X™ Gel. You're in total control of the colors produced by the patinas. If you get an area too dark, you can always 'back it off' with some #0000 Steel Wool. If you go to my site, just use the Search Bar and type in "Gel Patinas". Thanks, Bill steelfxpatinas.com

[@bobkeller8383]

Bill Worden ok. Thank you. That was the info i was looking for

[@BillWorden]

You're welcome. I forgot one thing: When using STAINLESS F/X™ and any one or more of the Gel Patinas, the STAINLESS F/X™ goes on first. Then, if needed, the Gel/s. Thanks! Bill

[@dronepunkfpv1424]

How well does it work on M390, D2, 12c27 etc....

[@BillWorden]

How often do you use those specific alloys? and "etc....",?? Which alloys are those? (just curious)...Bill oh, btw...STAINLESS F/X™ works great on all alloys tested thus far, with the exception of Al, Ti, and some extremely hard/brittle Chromium-Molybdenum alloys. thanks!

[@dronepunkfpv1424]

Bill Worden I have a few knives that have tiny little SS screws that I want to color the heads blue/purple. Maybe experiment in the spine of a blade. What is the smallest amount you sell? Thimble?

[@mannycruz1499]

Cybertruck tail gate

[@650tonyd]

will the patina rub off?

[@BillWorden]

With normal use & care, no...it won't. You'd have to use an abrasive to rub it off. Thanks, Bill

[@moneikahull9770]

Does it work on high carbon

[@BillWorden]

Yes! It works equally well, and the color/results are the same as they would be on Stainless. It also works on Copper & Brass. Bill

[@ThirtytwoJ]

you're spraying is causing the empty spots, its pushing away the activator. try backing up and using more a fine mist than a spray

[@BillWorden]

@ThirtytwoJ...Noted. However, a lot of users prefer to see some base metal (parent metal), in they're finished results. 100 Craftsment Will Yield a 100 Distinct Results with Color Case-Hardening Patinas, or any of my water-based patinas for steel. Patinas come 'free' with all the artistic expression the user desires. 😎

[@LorriCarnevale]

Can you clarify what metals this would not work on I think it would be easier that way

[@BillWorden]

Aluminum or aluminum alloys are the only metals it will have little to no effect on. Bill

[@ellybead]

I looked on your website for the "activator" or what you use on the metal before the patina, and can't find it. Is is called something else?

[@BillWorden]

Sandy, The Surface Prep Activator is included with the STAINLESS F/X™ patina. Equal amounts of each, (2 separate bottles per kit), in several sizes. Here's a link to the product page: steelfxpatinas.com/shop/steel-patinas/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/ Bill

[@5whiskey5]

How would the finish hold up to the muzzle blast of a 45? I'd like to do this on a pistol compensator.

[@BillWorden]

J Hopkins Should be just fine. I've tested it up to 400F with Zero Loss ot change of Colors.😎

[@shihster88]

Do I need to top coat to protect the color? Traditional color case hardening fades with time if it is not varnished.

[@BillWorden]

@ shihster88...It is advisable to top-coat. Renaissance Wax is a good option. And some folks use Cerakote or a 2-Part (catalyzed) automotive clear-coat. thanks! Bill

[@calbrabandt5967]

Hi, Bill. I need to get back in touch with you. Last time I tried a refinish of my O/U shotgun, I got some pretty good results with about three of your Pantinas and a few splatters of Copper F/X. (Remember, the gun where I accidentally polished through the case colors on one side?) But that was going on nearly three years ago and your new Stainless Steel Patina is clearly the case color holy grail (nice blues...yeah)! I'll give you a call and send some photos of my last attempt, which was pretty darn nice too. To contribute an answer the above question, I love the Galazan Case Color Lacquer for a top coat. The Galazan Case Color "Enhancement" kit is worthless (no color or "enhancement" at all), except for the included lacquer top coat bottle so it's best to just buy their lacquer stand-alone and use your products for true color enhancement, if needed or desired, on an existing color cast hardened gun (or a new never-colored gun). Being Galazan, the lacquer is kinda pricey, though. To apply, just wipe it on with a fine flat camel hair brush using only a few really quick swipes to coat the entire surface. Ya' gotta work fast for a perfectly level coat, because it dries fast, but it will dry absolutely and invisibly level and it is durable too. To remove it, I use acetone but then I clean the surface thoroughly with denature alcohol after the acetone to get rid of any oily hydrocarbons before applying your pantina. Best Regards, -Cal

[@nickgwiazdowky80]

its probably bleach y'all, what else would it be? same thing with hair? right lol

[@BillWorden]

@ Nick: In almost 10 years of posting 100's of Instructional Videos, as well as receiving 1,000's of comments and replying to all of them, you have just Won the Honor of 'The Stupidest Remark' Ever! wow...just, wow. If you're developmentally challenged, then I apologize, but here's a tip: Think Before You Type Something, Especially if it has the potential of making you look really, really stupid. Good Luck in All Your Endeavors. Study, Learn & Never Stop Learning. Bill

[@nickgwiazdowky80]

WHY THANKS BILL...IM HONORED even though i was being sarcastic, will you list what you use instead of code wording "activator'?

[@BillWorden]

I didn't detect sarcasm. my bad. so, you'd like me to divulge a proprietary formula? I'm afraid I can't do that. You can always review the SDS, although all of the constituents aren't listed, as they fall way under the percentage & V/V requirements set forth by the D.O.T. In other words, both of the formulae, the Surface Activator and the Patina itself, are closely guarded secrets. Sorry, can't do it. Bill

[@nickgwiazdowky80]

Mkay...im just trying to change a ss blade color thats all, I'd rather use a formula rather than heat-treatment

[@BillWorden]

It should work just fine. I'm testing it on 440c SS tomorrow. There are a few proprietary, exotic SS alloys (mostly used by gun mfg's), that don't respond well to the STAINLESS F/X™. it works, but the colors are not as vibrant. bw