Hello all.
I have a piece of metal from an old handbag that I want to restore. I think it`s steel.
The metal was originally gold coloured but the gold paint has since been rubbed off. I want to restore the gold colour.
How would I go about doing this? Any advice would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Whatever you try, will wear off again with use, so If you just want a quick fix select a lacquer from here. If the metal won't come off the handbag, isolate it with plenty of painters masking tape, and choose metallic paint, following the makers instructions.
I would try it on some scrap metal first.
https://www.google.com/search?client...fts&bshm=nce/1
However if you want a more professional job, you must separate the metal part, and send it away for electro plating.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Smal...erp&bshm=nce/1
Dennis.
Thanks for the reply Dennis.
I`m going to try this route so should I also consider primers and undercoats? How about clear varnish?Quote:
If you just want a quick fix select a lacquer from here.
Dear Bock, This is a jewellery making forum, so I have only a passing acquaintance with lacquers.
Your best option, is to select a product from the link I posted, and then if the instructions are not sufficient, phone the suppliers. Dennis