Brass Patinas- How to Patina Brass Metal Using JAX Pewter Black & Green Patina!

[@shannonwalker9874]

I loved the time lapse surprise! I would love to see those last 2 pieces sanded and done another time and buffed a bit again

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thanks for watching!! 💕🥰

[@medicineheartds9631]

That was very cool! I'm sure to be looking back on this video on day. Thank you Brittany. Your video's are best. We never know what wonderful thing you are about to share with us. Always learning something. Never boring 😄.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Awww thank you so much!! I love that you learned something! Thanks for watching! 💕🥰

[@fernbrisot325]

Thank you for a fun video. I love the science of metal patina. As you mention, metal prep is THE critical step. You can degrease metal with a soak in acetone nail polish remover or a mild acid, like vinegar. You can even use ketchup (a readily available acidic gel) with a toothbrush, followed by Dawn, or similar, dish soap. If you cover the wet patina-ed items loosely with plastic wrap, (or put the items on moist paper towel inside a vented Tupperware) it will help stop the patina mixture from drying out and then you don't have to be as liberal with the application. Also, when doing beads, you can hook them on a bit of wire and hang them on a rod and do both sides at once. Also, thank you for the warning reminder. These are chemicals and everyone should read the MSDS on PPE, use, mixing and disposal. I have not used Jax. Instead, I use liver of sulfer (LOS) which is a really under-rated patina, bc a lot of people think it is hard to use. Most people think of it only to darken silver. But you can add acid (vinegar) or base (ammonia) or other liquids (recipes are online) to get different colors on copper-containing metals (including, brass and bronze). I can get blues, greens, chestnut brown, orangey rust, gunmetal grey and dark/black, just by varying the amount of LOS, temperature, pH and organic compounds in the mix. The easiest and most stable LOS I have used is the gel LOS from Cool Tools. Lump LOS is super stinky and very annoying to use IMO.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thanks for the really great info, Fern! I will be doing LOS at some point and I love the tips!

[@gatheringmoss5726]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! I had no idea LOS can give so many different effects. I'll be checking out recipes and have some fun.

[@adpdannie3418]

Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed watching.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thank you so much! 💕🥰💕

[@Maria.D.Velazquez]

Great tutorial. Thank you, Brittany. Hello Goldie!

[@TurquoiseStreet]

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[@BabySquirrelBeading]

Wow! That was amazing! Such a great demonstration 🤓 I haven't tried this product. I have used Swelligent but didn't rinse it after. When I went back to my Ganesh pendant the next morning it had continued to turn turquoise over night even after sealing it with finish 😜

[@TurquoiseStreet]

I really want to try Swellegant!! On my list!

[@cindyokubo4494]

At the 3:30 ish mark, your baking soda looks like a heart in the water!!

[@TurquoiseStreet]

I’ll have to go back and see!

[@jacquelineremus8674]

Very cool

[@TurquoiseStreet]

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[@annedurkin5439]

Wow! Really learned so much today! I look forward to learning more as you go. It's interesting to see the varied ways the Latinas work on the different metals and pieces. Thanks for sharing!

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thank you so much! 💕🥰💕

[@karenthomas2302]

Pretty cool, fun to play with the way some metals play with the reaction of patina’s, and Goldie got to love ya. Tfs hugs to y’all.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

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[@nadineglomboski1852]

Very interesting. I might try. I bought a bunch of paint at Hobby lobby and a few at Michael’s but not the ones that you were just using. I’ll give them a shot tomorrow and see what we come up with. Thanks for the video Brittany.

[@shericaruso8844]

I love this video! This was very interesting! I need to get some of these patinas. Thank you so much Brittany!

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thanks for watching!! 💕🥰

[@anguscampbell9311]

Thanks for this information Brittany. I am not a jeweler but I build models of 18th and 19th century sailing vessels. We modelers of course need to treat and age the shiny brass, copper and Britannia fittings that we use. Similar products aimed at the hobby industry are limited in applications and are expensive. This stuff is genius! I just purchased a pint each of the black and green using your links below and hope you get a few cents out of it. I’m about to build a copper bottomed vessel (a couple’ a thousand plates) and am looking forward to experimenting with some test pieces to get the right “salty” look. I’ll pass your links on to others on the modeling forums and channels. Cheers from the Chihuahuan Desert Boat Yard. Angus

[@sharonrowland1196]

Good Morning Brittany 🖐

[@TurquoiseStreet]

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[@elizabethcramer3741]

I’ve not really been a fan of the patina “paint”… BUT, this JAX product has changed my mind! The silver piece you done turned out so amazing, that’s what I’ve always pictured as true patina. If I were going to do patina, JAX would be my choice, most definitely. Great video, Brittney, I really learned a lot! Thank you for sharing.♥️♥️

[@pep8ful]

looks like a great product....gonna try.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Yay! I love to hear that!

[@katieg1290]

Super cool, I've never used anything like this!

[@gatheringmoss5726]

Wow, this was really fun to watch! I've had a bottle of the Pewter Black on a shelf for a few months. I've been waiting to test it, so thanks for getting me inspired to finally open it up and play. The results are beautiful! I'll have to check out the Green Patina also. Would love to see more of these videos.

[@diamondsandthings]

That was amazing. I really want to try this. Thanks for sharing.

[@sandrasimpson3924]

Loved this!

[@TurquoiseStreet]

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[@mandyb1320]

What a great video and very informative. I really enjoyed watching you experiment, it really is a process. I bought some Vintaj patinas (about 9-10 colors along with the gloss) last year and have yet to try them but I will soon after researching a bit more. You make it look so easy and I really loved the black with turquoise. I have some black Onyx Vintaj and will have to try something with that first. I would love to watch more of these types of videos! Thank you so much for sharing this. Hugs and kisses to you Goldie. ♥

[@floief]

Thank you for showing this product, Brittany. I haven't used JAX yet but planned to get some to try. Now I'm all kinds of curious and wonder what kind of finish would be achieved if I masked up and hit the patina with my Dremel sanding and polishing wheels. Not too much...just a tiny bit here and there. -- I see Goldie naps on her back like my pup does only he weighs 80 pounds so instead of looking cute...he looks sorta awkward.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Lol!! I think it is a universal doggie pose! My sister’s 170lb Great Dane does the same thing!!

[@annjustus]

I just started using patina colors on plated metal pendants. Primarily Vintaj patinas. What can I use for a sealer? Love the project pieces you accomplished in this video.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

Thanks, Ann! Vintaj doesn’t need a sealer, but I show what I use at the end of this video! Testors Dullcoat spray

[@shahzadijabbar5616]

Hi I love watching your vlogs they are amazing I am from United Kingdom watching your videos if you don’t mind where are you from I would love to know thanks

[@ssiegreen5292]

Hmmm - I'm not sure that I like the black. Would you do a video that shows the green going directly on copper or brass pieces without the blackening first? I like shiny stuff with the original colors coming through :o)

[@TurquoiseStreet]

I kind of showed that at the end and didn’t like the effect. It was on the brass filigree and medallion. I’ve purchased different types since I filmed this so there will be a second video!

[@ssiegreen5292]

@@TurquoiseStreet I missed that the first time around, since it was just such a short piece. Thanks for the reminder. Do you think you'd get better results on straight metal [sans blackening] if you submerge the pieces rather than paint or dab on? I love patina painting with Vintaj Colors - but it can get time consuming doing multiple coats, wiping off, doing over etc, especially when you're trying to create several pieces that color match for a set of jewelry... I'd love something easy - dip, cleanse, wipe and be done with it, LOL

[@TurquoiseStreet]

@@ssiegreen5292 good question! There might be a product out there but that wouldn’t work with the JAX green patina. They say not to dip, and to paint a layer on so it can form a film. There are tons of things out there and I’m on a mission to test them all 🤣

[@ssiegreen5292]

@@TurquoiseStreet You rock girl!!! I love your videos - they are a great pick-me-upper and easy inspirations, and you always manage to introduce some of the nicest beads...

[@peezyorpj]

How will the green patina react to pewter black being coated over it? I like color that has formed on the copper handles for one of my knives, but I wish it was a little more blue.

[@TurquoiseStreet]

That is a really great question.. I haven’t tried layering the patinas!

[@terrykayb1236]

Hi, Brittany! As others have said, this is a very educational video & I enjoyed learning about it a lot, especially the part about getting better results by using the black first. I've actually had some of the green in my "saved for later" items on Etsy for awhile...but I'm glad I watched this, before "pulling the trigger" on the purchase. I do have a question for you, if you happen to see this: You mentioned that it has some odor...could you estimate (on a scale of 1 to 10) how much? I only ask, because I have an extreme sensitivity to some chemical scents...even too much of certain perfumes on someone will really sicken me...which is why I have absolutely NO interest in ever using LOS or ammonia on anything. Your honest opinion would truly be appreciated, before I try this. THANKS, girl...you're the best! Hugs & cuddles for you & your precious pup, as always! 🤗💞😊

[@ladyowl9187]

I'm all about the black... do you have to seal it after the patina has been put on?

[@auggiequeenparker]

What is a safe surface to patina on, the mat? Thanks.

[@Kvren]

Hi how do I get rid of the bronze after I added the black on the letterings. The lettering has the black however the outside has bronze , what can I use to remove it?

[@TurquoiseStreet]

I’m not sure I understand but possibly by putting more on the bronze portion?

[@angelor9433]

What wax do you use

[@Zyswest]

are the chemicals harmful? do you need to wear gloves?

[@TurquoiseStreet]

I would suggest wearing gloves, yes