>
>
> WELCOME VIOLET!!!
>
> What brand varnish did you use? We all use different types of sealers.
> Mainly I suggest
> something that is non-yellowing and marked specifically for exterior
> use. The elements are so harsh on painted surfaces of any kind. Even
> car paint fades and is effected....so it has been my experience that
> painted rocks are too over time. The best thing is to minimize
> exposure to overly moist areas and direct sunlight no matter what sealer
> is used....and reseal every yr for lasting durability. Here are some
> products many of us use and can be found in
> craft stores or hardware stores:
>
> Spar brush on varnish (Spar is often used on boats...look for it in Home
> depot or similar hardware or boat dealer in your area) I recommend
> experimenting with this varshes and see how it works for you.
> Spar Varnish
> Spar varnish(also called marine
> <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_%28ocean%29> varnish is high
> quality, waterproof, and sunlight-resistant varnish named for its use on
> ship <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ship> or boat
> <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boat> spars
> <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spar> and other woodwork where a glossy
> finish is desired. Alkyd-modified tung
> <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tung> oil and phenolic resins are often
> used. Better grades of spar varnish. have substantially higher amounts
> of uv <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uv> -absorbers added.
>
> Other brands that we use:
>
> krylon crystal clear: http://www.dickblick.com/zz217/10/
> <http://www.dickblick.com/zz217/10/> (they make one that is triple
> thick)
>
> Delta ceramcoat clear exterior varnish:
> http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=cp0056
>
<http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=cp0056\
> >
>
> Duraclear deco art exterior sealer (brush on)
> http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=cp0056
>
<http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=cp0056\
> >
>
> hope it helps and please share your artwork with us if you're so
> inclined...we would love to see it!
> Leighsa
>
> , "violetbounce" wrote:
> > hi guys! i have painted few rocks in oil colour n given them a coat of
> > varnish. but they seem to be catching a lot of dust . i live in INDIA
> > . i need u guys to suggest me a weatherproof n waterproof coat for the
> > rocks tht i paint. my rocks shud be intact even if i place them in
> > water for days together after applying such coat .
> > hope i am clear wid what exactly i need from u guys . will be waiting
> > for ur suggestions .take care all of u :)!
hi!
thank u so much Leighsa. u have been of great help. wil definitely
let u n everyone else know the outcome. i am so glad to b a part of
such wonderful n helping group.
take care ,
violet
>
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