It works by the simple chemical reaction where the Copper in the copper-sulfate replaces the metal being etched which changes it to the metal-sulfate and generally goes into solution and is washed away. If you now remove that deposit of copper you will be left with a hollowed out etched surface or in some circumstances the copper plating. When you are working with a copper alloy such as bronze and brass the copper content is unaffected and the other alloy metals in the alloy are reacted on and dissolved by the copper-sulphate, hence the apparently random surface effect. Knowing that this way will produce the etching process that the electrical etching system relies on, why would you bother with electrical etching. In effect the copper-sulphate does the job of the electricity.
@theguy62883 жыл бұрын
In your description it would be nice for you to put a little bookmark for each metal that you did, so if someone wants to see a particular metal only, they can just click on the time and it goes srmtraight to that point. Great videos
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea! I will look into that for the future, thanks!
@fookingsog2 жыл бұрын
I'm betting if you abrade zinc galvanized steel down to the base steel that when sprayed, you'd get blackened finish on the zinc and copper finish on the steel for a nice visual effect!!!😁👍🏻
@MarkSchuster-ym3iy3 жыл бұрын
Matter of taste I guess. I build guitars and want to buy a desktop cnc mill and make my tremolos out of brass. Now brass polishes up like gold. But then after just a few weeks of heavy playing and sweating my tremolos will look like your patches. I’ve never electro plated before but I’m retired and have plenty of time to perfect it.
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Are you wanting them to stay like polished brass? I am no expert on guitars but it sounds like you need a good clear coat to prevent oxidation. Give us a call and we can help you walk through how to achieve your desired finish 760 432 8242
@deborahgonzalezknight1682 жыл бұрын
how can I get the shine off of stainless steel?
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
You should be able to fix that with a clear coat, satin might knock it down a little but a Matte will flatten in completely.
@waelabobhaa90714 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, How can I make black steel with copper sulfate?
@sculptnouveau4 жыл бұрын
Copper Sulfate will not turn steel black. You need to get one of the patinas designed for that like the Black magic, Slate Black, or PC9.
@zestybomb2 жыл бұрын
would it work on Pewter?
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
It causes a reaction on pewter but we do not have it included in the video. Email or give us a call and we can make sure you have the best product for the desired finish you want to achieve.
@IanMulwitsky2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, thanks for the videos. Any idea how the reaction would look like with stainless steel?
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it does not work on stainless steel.
@bryanwilliams3665 Жыл бұрын
Off topic, but I found this clip hoping the copper sulphate might turn the metal Blue or purple.. With heat, is there a chemical that will turn metal a cobalt blue type colour?
@sculptnouveau Жыл бұрын
Really depends on what metal you are working with. Give us a call or email us and we can make sure we get you the right materials.
@simon94472 жыл бұрын
Hi, I tried copper surface on mild steel and although it produced a beautiful copper sheen, it wiped Strait off. Is it possible to treat it in such a way that the copper look stays? Thanks for your advice.
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
Copper Plating might be better for you instead of Copper Sulfate. Another thing it could be was how you cleaned your metal. Give us a call and we would be happy to help walk you through it. 760 432 8242
@removegovernments11 ай бұрын
Will the zinc turn darker if i put more coats? i would like to get a black patina on a GI sheet..thanks for your feedback
@sculptnouveau10 ай бұрын
Not with Copper Sulfate, take a look at Zinc Grey or Antiquing if you want black on galvanized or zinc.
@sdeintlbdr86363 жыл бұрын
can you make product for me of blue copper sulfate with lead and mercury ?
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Sorry we do not deal with lead and mercury.
@stanz41423 жыл бұрын
Can I use for aluminum?
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately Copper Sulfate does not work on aluminum. Email a picture of the finish you want on aluminum and we can recommend you a finish.
@ThatOneOddGuy3 жыл бұрын
I got blue coloured steel with copper nitrate and ferrous nitrate solution Why this happen and steel is 1075 carbon steel
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Give us a call and we would be happy to help you work through it. 760 432 8242
@ThatOneOddGuy3 жыл бұрын
@@sculptnouveau what times are u available Plz use GMT
@@sculptnouveau youthat time is amazing for me as I'm available always between those times
@depp-innocent47112 жыл бұрын
Not all metals... What about stainless?
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
Might be a tad misleading there, this video shows what Copper Sulfate does on all metals that it works on. It does nothing to stainless steel, but most patinas wont do anything to stainless steel. We have specific ones that will however, take a look at Slate Black and the Stainless Black if you are interested in that.
@depp-innocent47112 жыл бұрын
@@sculptnouveau kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ_HoYB-Z9t-l9k I think that's the clip you mentioned. How about Chrome? Will Copper Sulfate work on Chrome?
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
@@depp-innocent4711 Unfortunately no, Copper Sulfate will not work on chrome.
@andrewtucker46563 жыл бұрын
Can you use beeswax to "seal" it after you spray it on stainless steel or any other metal?
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Yes beeswax technically works but the longevity and quality of protection it offers is low in comparison to other options available on our website.
@LuxMotion3 жыл бұрын
Do you know what this does to tin plated steel like most ceiling tiles?
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately we do not. If you would like to send us one we would be happy to test it out for you.
@robbscott42 жыл бұрын
What about aluminum???
@sculptnouveau2 жыл бұрын
Copper Sulfate does not work on aluminum
@WaschyNumber13 жыл бұрын
🖖 👍
@serralhariadarectajosesilv46305 жыл бұрын
Good night I wanted to know how I can buy your finished products as I see in your videos. I'm from Portugal and my name is Jose Silva. Thank you
@sculptnouveau5 жыл бұрын
Send us an email through here: sculptnouveau.com/pages/contact-us We can then get you a shipping quote.
@uxleumas4 жыл бұрын
what about Aluminum?
@sculptnouveau4 жыл бұрын
Copper Sulfate does not work on aluminum. What kind of finish are you looking for? A14 will go black and Slate Black applied hot will give you a brown finish. Otherwise, faux finishes are likely your next option.
@netizenholobiont1073 жыл бұрын
What about Gold?
@sculptnouveau3 жыл бұрын
We do not test on gold unfortunately so I am not sure. Try checking out with jewelry makers, they should be able the be of better assistance.
@netizenholobiont1073 жыл бұрын
@@sculptnouveau thanks 🙏
@SumbudysDad4 жыл бұрын
Chrome plating?
@sculptnouveau4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately we do not have a product to mimic chrome.
@tanjarosenfeldt10884 жыл бұрын
Is it required to add heat to react?
@sculptnouveau4 жыл бұрын
It is designed to be applied to heated bronze, brass, or copper. On steel and zinc, it is designed to be applied to a room temperature surface.
@pushpavathis50082 жыл бұрын
At times.. Yea
@asherduff86274 жыл бұрын
What is the concentration of water to copper sulfate? I need to do two sheets of copper 12x60". My husband is not keen on me using a torch; a downstairs neighbor used to forget stove so kitchen burned. No creme brulee for us, sigh. He might let me have a hot gun. Do you know if those get hot enough?
@sculptnouveau4 жыл бұрын
This Copper Sulfate patina comes ready to go, no dilution required. You would need two 8 oz bottles, though I would recommend getting a 32 oz bottle to ensure you have enough. It depends how thick the metal is. The thicker the metal, the harder it will be to do with a heat gun. Thin material might work though.