Quote Originally Posted by caroleallen View Post
That is very clever. Can I ask what you use to blacken the aluminium?
Not sure if it's cleverness or just a cussed refusal to give in but either way, I'll gladly take any compliments that are offered!

The blacking is done with black engine lacquer. Polish the whole piece, then paint over the design. Leave paint until it just starts to get tacky, then wipe off with a rag with a drop of cellulose thinners on it. This will clean the high spots and leave the lower parts darker. Finally, once all dry, give it all another gentle polish.

S.M.