Question 1

When painting it on jewelry, does it matter the type of brush tip?  Nylon vs. sable?

Accepted Answer

Since you're doing something fine like jewelry, I would recommend a nice small sable or horsehair brush, rather than nylon.  Nylon brushes might create bubbles as you coat the ProtectaClear onto the metal surface.  This is not an issue on larger surfaces where surface tension is reduced between brush and metal.

Question 2

How do you prepare your metals, preferably wire jewelry before applying this laquer?

Accepted Answer

I would GENTLY clean with 1/2tsp baking soda to 1cup of warm water. Use SOFT bristle toothbrush or soft natural hair paintbrush to make sure you don't have any stray metal bits. Then follow instructions for the product. I would definitely dip or brush the product on so as to get in between all the fine wires. If this is going to be a heavy wear item (rings or earrings)I would do a second coat wherever it is likely to wear most against the skin.

Question 3

When applying to costume jewelry, what makes this different from plain old clear nail polish? Does it last longer?

Accepted Answer

Yes ProtectaClear will last much longer. ProtectaClear is a polymer resin.  It will never chip crack or peel, it will also never turn yellow.  2 good coats will get you 6 months to a year or longer of wear depending upon the use and abuse that the jewelry goes through.

Question 4

How long does it take to dry?

Accepted Answer

ProtectaClear can take anywhere from 1-3 hours to dry between coats depending on humidity. However, the coating will not be fully cured for 4-5 days (air cure). Or you can oven cure items (after they are dry to the touch) by placing them on some foil on a cookie sheet and baking the items for 1 hour at 180 degrees. The coating will be delicate until it is fully cured.

ASIN	B0186N6ZVK
Best Sellers Rank	#15,247 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #31 in Household Cleaning Metal Polish
Brand	ProtectaClear
Brand Name	ProtectaClear
Compatible Material	Metal
Coverage	25 sq ft/4 oz
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 1,515 Reviews
Finish Types	Flat
Finish type	Flat
Item Form	Liquid
Item Weight	0.35 Pounds
Item weight	0.35 Pounds
Liquid Volume	4 Fluid Ounces
Liquid volume	4 Fluid Ounces
Manufacturer	ProtectaClear
Manufacturer Part Number	PC:PC4
Material	Clear Protective Coating
Material Type	Clear Protective Coating
Model Number	PC4
Recommended Uses For Product	Metal Surfaces, Jewelry, Decorative Items
Recommended uses for product	Metal Surfaces, Jewelry, Decorative Items
UPC	707152618847

ProtectaClear 4 Oz. Clear, Protective Coating for Metal

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