Crystal FX Bike Paint With Spray Cans Only

[@claptinfan]

***For those having trouble getting this to work*** Using this recipe I was unable to get the mixture to coat the surface without beading. Doing a bunch of research I saw alcohol has a much lower surface tension than water. I lightly heated a 1to1 mixture of 70% isopropyl alcohol and urea in a pot while stirring (stinks) and removed from heat then added a little distilled water until the urea had dissolved. Added to spray bottle or bowl and use a foam brush to apply by saturating the end and rub over surface. Step back and watch crystals grow.

[@Florislaurens]

In addition to the above I can gladly mention that I now have the annoying beading under control. Tried everything from changing the sanding, changing the urea mixture ratio, adding more ox gall, changing the degreasing, changing the temperature, changing the cloths and spunges and...nothing made it work properly. Now it appears the ox gall doesn't work that good for some reason. It all has to do with the surface tension of the water/urea mixture because when I added a few drops of the strong cleaner/degreaser with the name Dasty (the Dutch viewers will know now) it "magically" worked all of a sudden. No beading anymore on my test tube so now the bike is next!!

[@johnpoth4171]

Thank you! Do i need to Sand the frame after silver Spray and before urea Mix?

[@Piclutchu]

I will try this. I only got water drops on the frame and no crystals. How did it go? Do you habe more tips? I will be thankful. @claptinfan

[@Piclutchu]

Thanks. I have used 70% Isopr. Alcohol indtead of the Water 1:1 and heated it a little bit to solve the urea. If its not solving judt add a tony bit more distilled water. Soak a big paper towel in that mixture and very quickly soak the frame with it. You have to be quick because the alcohol evapored quickly.

[@ralphinho77]

@@Florislaurens So instead of ox gall you used Dasty or both?

[@ChronoCard]

Okay, I did this and was having issues with the effects paint beading up when applied to the frame.. I then tried it with dish soap and it worked, but the crystals weren't large enough for me. So, I tried it again. Don't forget to shake the ox gall! I thought I had a bad batch when I tried to coat the frame with a 2% ox gall/water mixture and it beaded again but then accidentally knocked the bottle of ox gall over when I went to reach for it for a second batch and noticed it started foaming. Gave it a quick shake, added it to the mixture and it worked like a charm. Thanks, Martin! My friend is going to love the amazing paint job!

[@nogood2063]

Did you use the same ratios as in he video? I am trying it now but it’s not quite working the same. I tried the dish soap and that helped with the beading, but with or without the soap I couldn’t get the crystals to grow enough.

[@ChronoCard]

@@nogood2063 I used the same ratio. If it's still beading, I'd hit it with a clear coat then sand it.

[@nogood2063]

@@ChronoCard thanks! It wasn’t working on my painted frame, but the metal spoon I was using to mix it had crystals growing. I believe the surface wasn’t optimal for the crystals.

[@ReyciclismoMTB]

Does the mixture have a shelf life. Days or hours, just wondering.

[@ChronoCard]

@@ReyciclismoMTB Since it's just urea dissolved in water, as long as the container is sealable, I think it can last for a while. There are companies selling crystal effects "paint" out there.

[@Handler4071]

candy paints always looks so stunningly beautiful on matte finish...thanks for the tutorial!

[@MrKrueger88]

Just the best guy on KZbin for giving us the brilliant tips , and his craftsmanship is second to none . Cheers from Australia 👍

[@santiagobenites]

Your videos gave me the confidence, as well as the vital tips to do my own frame paint using spray cans. I learned that you must take the time to follow the steps properly, especially the on the frame preparation, and to spend the extra money on a 2K clear coat. Your work is incredible, and thanks for sharing! 👍😁

[@R1davies]

Update; new frame? 😂😂

[@dobes.dominik]

The matte color gave it a completely different look, good job !

[@drittpassord]

If only there was a way to press thumbs up multiple times. Loved that paintjob.

[@sankaplays3098]

So glad I found your channel, a lot to learn from you! Thank you for all the lessons you teach, for free. Ignore the annoying herd of people that cannot do a simple Google search themselves for a product they need. You do amazing work my friend. Greetings from Holland.

[@rip.tear.]

So cool man, you've got a gift for helping people understand things!

[@Cedric.landes]

I'm absolute fan !!!!! another nice job and tutorial !!!!!!!! Many thanks Martin !!! :) :)

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Once again, thanks for the inspiring video! I am really starting to think that the crystal FX paint is the way to go on the rear suspension of my '94 Cannondale Super V project. I painted it an another bike after being inspired by your other videos. The end results were decent but I want to fix some mistakes I made ( On the Super V it is tiny thumbprint left in the 2K clear coat that wasn't quite completely cured when I moved the bike off the paint stand) and the second reason I want to repaint the bike is to challenge myself more. FYI, I also attempted the crackle finish paint job on my '94 Cannondale Delta V.. I couldn't get the crackle to work the way I wanted, so I got busy and sanded down the bike again and repainted it a Acid Green to Titanium Metallic fade. Thank you for the inspiration to get my creative ideas going.

[@mspell9]

Martin, Ive seen a good number of your videos and I Knew you are good at what you do. But I just realised I enjoy your answers in the comments section even more! :D

[@luukarends6946]

I've painted 2 frames, the first with 2k clearcoat the second with 1k clearcoat. after just assembling the bikes the 1k clearcoat already had some scratches on it. after 1 riding season the 1k clearcoat chipped on multiple spots. buy the paint as cheap as possible but just make sure to use a quality clearcoat.

[@MetalY2KMusic]

I have to say that the 1k probably has a longer cure time since it's formulated to be all-in-one, whereas a 2k is hardener and paint and they mix and flash quickly and cure very quickly and become very hard. The 1k will in theory take much longer to cure to full hardness.

[@lukestevenson9745]

Dude Im a spray painter my kids bikes are painted with good automotive paint and it chips nothing like the powder coat but powder coat fades

[@David-in3sd]

OMG... 5:51 the finish looks perfect that way it was, just a clear coat and its done!

[@AMF207]

Magnífico trabajo, se aprende en cada video que veo... gracias a tus vídeos Saludos desde Granada (España)

[@JOHNDENVER4848]

Bro,that Paint Job is SICK!!!!!!!!!

[@chaley2935]

Thanks!

[@ETOE]

Thank you very much. I appreciate it a lot.

[@dragoaleksandrov6962]

Another unbeleavable paint job! You are amazing! Much respect!

[@mpad680]

That was dope! I prefer the shiny clear coat, but the matte looks beautiful as well! Thx!

[@ETOE]

Thanks for watching!

[@immikemx]

The best bike artist is back!

[@ETOE]

Thanks

[@larrygross1248]

I'm in love. I've never seen the crystal effects paint job before. I must have led a sheltered life. Now, i want to repaint my helmet, my bike frame, my car, my left arm... you name it. I'm blown away by its amazing appearance. Ausgezeichnett!!

[@martinbajt4237]

WOW wow wow, that is amazing. I just had my bike stolen and recovered by Police about 8 weeks later. I want to strip, repaint and and rebuild the bike to something complete different. I think i have just found it.

[@GSXR750power]

Tu fais vraiment un travail de fou et tu es d'une inspiration permanente merci à toi et pour tes nombreux conseils

[@ETOE]

I don`t understand.

[@GSXR750power]

@@ETOE You’re really doing a crazy job and you’re a constant inspiration thanks to you and for your many tips

[@JoJoLaPompa]

fantastic effect ! love the end result

[@drathir55]

Great painting ! My pro tip - hummer the tape 1:57 (use rubber hammer on tape, its guicker than cutting with knife).

[@ModelingInMotion]

Just discovered your channel. That's amazing!! Also, the video quality is great, congrats!

[@lukevigus3893]

Love to see this with a glow in the dark with the crystal effect if possible. Maybe a glow in the dark base layer would work, I dunno it might look good.

[@Daniel_Dizzy]

Martin you’re the best! 🎉

[@DC-ACGoldMan]

My favorite painter all time ever

[@cyclemadkiwi]

Today I started shopping for this paint job! Added to my collection of Montana Gold. I have to wait to get the Candy colors but found a local supply (in the new year after our Christmas break). I have just purchased a second hand Full Carbon Track bike frame that had Stickers....I cannot stand for that, so, I measured and drew the decals to get stencils cut and removed all the stickers. I have the perfect blank canvas to do this paint job, I just can't wait to get this done and have the most unique paint job on the track! You inspire so many and love your work....see how I go. You beauty! Merry Christmas.

[@clutch2827]

You are amazing! I cannot decide if I like the gloss or matte better.

[@澤-k9u]

美しい・・・とてもセンス良いペイントだ。 Thank you for the very beautiful and very informative video, and for the inspiration to paint my TREK EMONDA!

[@claptinfan]

@ETOE thanks for sparking my interest! Doing this to my frame now!

[@samarjeetsaini1208]

Thank brother i was searching that how is even this kind of paint even possible but uh made me learn. Thaks broo lots of ❤️

[@brad5316]

Thank you for your video this is simply an amazing look for any bicycle! I am so impressed with your video as well as the content on your channel!!!

[@fantasticplastic5336]

You did it again what a great looking frame.

[@zanshin720]

This is SO sick! Thank you for sharing !!!

[@ugghhhyoutubeisawful646]

blows my mind every time. makes it seem so easy. LOL!

[@e-tumleh]

wow ... what a fantastic frame ! I have to paint my bike 😆

[@lightningmacqueen4097]

I like how he named his bucket that holds the water for his sanding, Sandra😂😂😂 That sounds like something I would do. I named my favorite sheep on our ranch, Bahhbra🐑

[@ETOE]

I would call it Woolverine

[@oldhippie8774]

I am looking for various techniques to use on mannequins and this technique I will definitely try, thanks for your simple explanation. you are funny too!

[@chriscross5689]

Nailed it. Lovely finish.

[@bobcornley]

what a project! absolutelly beautifull! Well done.

[@ETOE]

Thank you very much!

[@SKBKER]

Every time he slams the fame over that stand I get concerned

[@R1davies]

Here just to make a comment about headset bearing not fitting properly for some reason

[@rocokiefa]

Me too 😂

[@MaxGolden]

It is like the UPS professional toss of the packages 😂

[@R1davies]

@@MaxGolden haha.

[@CodSlayer.23]

Here for the same thing 😂

[@lisachelton4599]

Gorgeous! I do not have the patience for all of that sanding.

[@AK-oz4ew]

Guys, Spraymax 2k has isocyanate in it, it is attracted to moisture and reacts with skin and eyes while you are spraying. Bit by bit by bit it all adds up and you don't want to test it on yourself for some bike frame pretty color. Need full face and body protection

[@tenhoevel]

immer wieder der Knaller deine Projekte, gerade die nur mit Can's. Ein starkes Grün mit blau wäre schon auch geil gewesen, aber das gelb rot ist schon stark. Hab mir schon so viel in den letzten 2 Jahren von dir abgeschaut und mittlerweile recht brauchbare Ergebnisse zumindest für mich. Aber die Schlag/ Kratzfestigkeit wurmt mich immer noch. Dachte bis vor ein paar Wochen es würde am 1k Klarlack liegen und hab bei meinem aktuellen Hauptbike daher mal den SprayMax2k probiert. Der ist auf jedem Fall schon besser aber trozdem ist mein Ergebnis noch weit entfernt von "nach jahrelanger Nutzung noch wie neu". Das war eigentlich mal das Ziel, als ich mit der Materie angefangen habe um mein 25 Jahre altes MTB zu restaurieren :D Jetzt ist mir aber in deinem Video aufgefallen das du ja nach JEDEM Schritt noch mal nachschleifst, also auch vor dem finalen Klarlack. Das hab ich allerdings nie getan (wegen sinnfrei und unbegründeter Angst vor Kratzern), ich denke mal das genau daraus meine Probleme resultieren. Macht das finale aufrauen was die Haftwirkung angeht so viel aus? Ich dachte da eigentlich jetzt eher in Richtung Primer, da wenn ich einen Katscher habe man eben meist direkt das weiß/graue vom Primer sieht. Würde mich freuen deine Ansicht dazu zu hören. P.S.: Das der Kristall Effekt so einfach initial zu erzeugen ist hätte ich nicht gedacht, oder mit anderen Worten: Geil ich hab ein neues Projekt :D

[@ETOE]

No sanding no adhesion.

[@mgyver3]

i wish you were in canada.i want to do my antique car in crystal effects..id have the only one around.i love your work .i do metalflake paint but id like to try your method..once again beautiful work

[@joseminan3990]

Amazing!!! awesome!!! beautyful!!! Martin God of Paintings

[@ETOE]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@MrSete15]

Great work as always 👍👍the finish is mental 😎😎

[@christophernewby1587]

I really like that video the paint job came out sick as hell good work

[@michaelpandolfi9765]

The color you picked is beautiful the Mat finish is perfect Great job

[@_nwtn]

How long do you wait after painting over the crystals before wiping away the crystals? Does the paint need to fully cure first?

[@chaley2935]

Not bike related but this video and your painting skills have given me the inspiration to try to paint my computer case with this effect so thank you very much. Edit: Due varies laws the transparent red and orange cannot be shipped to the US so do you have any alternative suggestions for those? Thank you.

[@Oddman1980]

Ok, I've watched two videos where you've done this trick. I have to try it even if it's on a piece of scrap metal.

[@mer-oneralphjr.bolinto6515]

so majestic. never touched my kb and mouse while watching

[@MrKarty01]

Looks beautifully organic.

[@ETOE]

Thanks a lot

[@theguid0]

In another video going in depth on the crystal formula (with the helmet) you out a clear over the silver before the solution. Here it appears the solution is going directly on the silver paint. Is one way better than the other or it doesnt really matter?

[@ETOE]

No, doesn`t matter.

[@seikkailija-toni]

I've done three bike paints myself lately, and this is something that I absolutely have to test out next summer. This is some next level stuff!! I'm already thinking about leaving some other colour under decals, and the using the awesome crystal pattern everywhere else on the frame :D Anyway, stunning work, and what a great instruction video! ❤️‍🔥 Thanks for the pro tips! Now I just have to find similar paints from Finland AND a new bike project... 😄

[@72967RAZOR]

Я не особо знаю английский, но ваше видео вдохновило на самостоятельную покраску рамы. Ну и продемонстрировало как это правильно делать. СПАСИБО!

[@albertrammstein6452]

Вы часом не разобрались из чего кристаллы делаются? Из всех ингредиентов я вроде как понял дистиллированная вода и мочевина вроде😅

[@james.8985]

Holy crap man that's AMAZING!!

[@kevinderung8524]

Another amazing video and end result, thank you...I almost feel like I could do this

[@Blaze_75-y3l]

Final rendering is unique and fabulous ! Great job. I would be afraid of damaging it 😉 !

[@Affi1970]

Looks absolutely amazing !! you are a chemical artist ;-) 10/10

[@fabriziolupo7009]

Hi Martin, a big thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us, I know that preparing a KZbin video takes time (this is why I don’t do it 😂, I need to retire first 😂) THANKS

[@ETOE]

Many thanks!

[@patrickflanagan8008]

Outstanding in every way....brilliant.

[@od628]

WOW! Epic work!!

[@gurkpojken]

I always wanted to know why you dont have to use 2k primer?

[@Cecco0310]

That looks sooooo good🎉

[@theintake8961]

Awesome paint work! Entertaining video! 😎👍

[@christophercope8753]

Martin You Rock! Amazing look and the shop looks great. However, i miss the antics! Grinchy paint jobs and the name of those who are afraid to knock off cable stops!! 😂

[@ETOE]

Thanks 👍

[@ghost93rvc]

This is awsome! I love your video's, good to see that you are doing more tutorial style video's. I do have some questions regarding painting, what paint do you use in your airbrush? How do you prevent paint bleeding under stencils with low opacity colours? Maybe you could do a video regarding basic airburshing techniques and using stencils, including cleaning the airbrush and preventing clogs etc.

[@ETOE]

1k nitro and acrylic, 2K clear, spray paint, nearly everything.

[@roboht]

Amazing 🤩 🤩 I love this. Thank you!! I'm going to try this pattern on my skis

[@ETOE]

You’re welcome 😊

[@JefferyPaul]

I'm curious how this affect would look if the crystal effect was built up in a couple layers. Like, the same process but instead of going to the candy colours, building up a few coats of clear then redoing the urea solution and metallic black again. Would it create more depth in the effect?

[@hugojeremiasgonzalez3815]

Nice work!.It becomes hard to apreciate the real tones you are aplying with that purple light hitting from the background

[@mati2396]

Hi, great effect! I would like to try it but still have some doubts 1. How many layers of silver base coat you applied? 2. Do I have to wait to the silver base coat to fully dry before applying urea mix? 3. Do you sand the silver base coat before urea mix layer? 4. How long after black spray you can sand the with scotch pad ? Thanks for clarifying :)

[@trirunner2520]

Another great video! I love how you break it down to a level I can follow. If I wanted to do this, but add the bike logo, could I just mask over the silver base coat with the decal before doing the crystal effects and the black / candy coat finishes. Then remove the decals showing the logo in silver followed by the 2k clear coat?

[@rigomtal]

Saludos desde chile 🇨🇱, gracias por los consejos 🤘🏼. Mi canyon strive quedo perfecta 💪🏼

[@Ostsol]

Very nice! Glossy or matte, it looks amazing.

[@mallias2683]

That is a work of art....

[@junksmiles]

I absolutely love your videos and they've given me the confidence to paint my carbon frame. I have an S-Works Ready to Paint frameset. The logos are just decals. And it looks to have a very thin clearcoat layer over the bare carbon. How much prep work is required for the Specialized Ready to Paint frames? Do I need more than a quick sanding or scuffing of the clear coat? And my plan is using the 1K primer you linked, Montana Gold spray cans for a simple gold logo and white background, then the 2K gloss clearcoat for a shiny finish. Does that sound good? Also, do you have any tips or experience with the Montana Gold Marble Effect spray cans? I was thinking about doing a marble effect. Keep an eye out in the future. Maybe you can do a critique video because I'm trying to use all of your tips to get a quality job done.

[@Randymanrockssocks]

That turned out amazing

[@zedlefou]

Hello. First of all, thank you for your video! I am at the stage of applying the "crystal mixture". But I have the impression that it does not want to adhere. My paint is so hydrophobic that the mixture does not adhere... Can I change something in the mixture to help? Thanks for your help😅

[@ETOE]

Sure you can change what ever you like. I use the mixture shown in the video.

[@lorencing]

Awesome trick! Thanks!

[@JuanPalomoM]

I am floored. I am a huge addict to slathering paint (on miniatures mostly)… and i want to do something like this on my enduro bike now. Only thing worrying me is disassembling all the bearings 🫣

[@JordanChapman-eq5nh]

What would u recommend if u want a ice blue crystal effect 🤔

[@DPR560]

Fetten Respekt, super Arbeit und richtig tolles Ergebnis. 👌🏽

[@maritrii8311]

Great work ❤ Can I also use Green and Blue Candy Colors to get something Like Petroleum/Turquoise?

[@COACTUSFECI75]

that looks fantastic...ok i would choose other kombinations of colors... but my reverse trike is mostly black..and the most of the frame at that is covert by crank or while iam sitting and take big bags to carry stuff....so the this nice effect gets lost on my frame...maybe i only cover my two front tire rims...like that... sometimes less is more... and iam a heavy user...so that i cant take soo much care of this coating stay nice and good looking.. but i wanna build a bycylce camper...2meter to 1meter... maybe i do it on the outside of the walls.. and some inerior wood panels as contrast to the inside wall color..hhmm iam thinking about... iam homeless and search a place were i can realize it...

[@Th3eePlayRecords]

Hello, I wanted to ask what function the OXENE BILE has Has in the mix? Many people use ISOPROPANOL because it evaporates quickly... Kind regards, Olaf p.s. awesome work!!

[@ETOE]

its a wetting agent

[@creekboi7]

Me the entire video: Woooooow I might need to change up the color on my bike again. lol Subbed!

[@ETOE]

Thanks for the sub!

[@K1LLA_KING_KONG]

Very nice effect and finish... Definitely a lot of work tho.

[@cospinan]

supper nice Video, I will do it with my old alu frame

[@ETOE]

Have fun

[@getfragged7051]

I want to do this on a skateboard that I will be using. Will I have s as problem with the crystal paint since it’s wood? Should I clear coat it first before the crystal paint to be safe?

[@prokiter4]

Hello, The crystals worked finaly. I have painted a project and gave it a really really light coat with montana gloss transparant varnis because i also used water based acrylic markers. But is it possible to put a 2k varnis coat on it after 12 hours dry? And must i light sand this layer before 2K (i used candy colors so can not sand much! )

[@mankimias1378]

Do you cover the whole frame yellow before adding red? Or how do you actually make it seem like two colors fading?

[@arlocartledge5095]

If my basecoat is not metallic, could I add pearl to the crystal effect solution? Or should I try to add the pearl on top of the basecoat while it’s tacky

[@mariobaert82]

Fantastic!!!! nice job Etoe! Maby in the futur you have a idea for a diy for a traveler bike?

[@monellonapierala1912]

💯👍 super Arbeit absolut top nivo

[@rickarcher300]

I need to do this on my bike and a bow!