John,
Have you looked into clear spray-on fixatives that would seal and prolong wear? I've only used the inside "artists" fixitives so I'm not sure what is out there for outside use.
Repainting is something I always think about when I see detailed work like yours, what a chore it would be, and how to best prolong it.
Best,
Thad
John Carmichael <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Hello Frederick:
You asked:
What type of paints did you use and how long to you expect them to
last?
Good question! I have always been a big fan of oil-based enamels for
exterior painting, but after consulting with several sundial artists in
Europe and the paint guys at Lowes and Home Depot, they all convinced me to
use high grade elastomeric acrylic house paint, matte finish. I used a
brand from Lowes called "American Tradition".
I have no idea how long the paint will last. I hope it will last a long time
because I pity the guy who will have to repaint it if ever needs it! This
organic paint will certainly not last as long as kiln-fired ceramic or
vitreous glass paints like porcelain.
John
----- Original Message -----
From: "Frederick Jaggi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "John Carmichael" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Friday, June 30, 2006 7:00 AM
Subject: Your beautiful painted dial
> Hi John:
> I enjoyed seeing your new dial. I'm e mailing this question to you
> directly because I'm not sure how to mail to the list.
> My question is:
> what type of paints did you use and how long to you expect them to last.
> I see many pictures of European painted dials, many of them very old, and
> I wonder what type of paints they use on, I guess, plaster or stone.
> Please send any reply to the list as I'm sure others have the same
> question.
>
> Thanks
> Fred Jaggi
> Cranston RI
>
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