Electroforming Sealer

Verzinkshop 2-in-1 Electroforming Sealer

The Verzinkshop Electroforming Sealer is a water-based sealer to make porous and organic material waterproof and sturdy before electroforming. The waterproof sealer forms a hard transparent layer on which you can easily apply a conductive coating.

In addition, you can use this sealer to protect completed copper projects from further oxidation. Also suitable as a protective layer on brass and other metals and to fix patina and oxide layers.

With this 2-in-1 sealer you lay a solid foundation and ensure a durable finish for your electroforming creations.

Objects with a water-repellent solid layer

Soft or porous objects such as baby shoes, dried organic material, textiles, paper and wood can cause problems with a conductive coating alone. A small hole or crack allows the electrolyte to penetrate and later cause cracks in the conductive layer or copper. By first sealing the object and letting it dry well, a water-repellent carrier is created that lends itself tightly to a conductive paint layer.

How to use the Galvanizing Electroforming Sealer

• Clean the object and remove grease and loose dirt
• Immerse it completely in the sealer – repeat several times to remove air bubbles
• Leave on for 5 to 15 minutes, moving the object occasionally to remove air bubbles
• Then let it dry very well. With larger and thick objects, this can take considerably longer
• Apply a second coat if necessary and allow to dry completely again if a smooth finish is desired

Avoid forced drying on thick layers on porous material to prevent cracking. After drying, the object can be treated with a conductive paint such as Verzinkshop Carbon.

Sealer as protection against oxidation and color change

Bare copper, brass, and patina continue to oxidize when exposed to oxygen. Therefore, treat the end result with Electroforming Sealer for transparent satin protection and minimal color change.

• Rinse the workpiece and drain off excess water
• Immerse briefly or apply thinly and drain
• Allow to dry at room temperature until dry to the touch

Features of Verzinkshop Electroforming Sealer

• Water-based light alkaline solution
• Forms a hard transparent layer with silky gloss
• Suitable for porous and organic materials as a pre-treatment for electroforming
• Suitable as a protective layer on copper, brass and other metals and on patina

Properties as a protective layer against oxidation

• Fast drying on thin layers
• Satin hard finish with minimal structure
• Dust-dry in about 10 minutes with thinly applied layers
• Longer drying time for thick layers on porous material. Do not force dry

If necessary, you can finish projects additionally with Verzinkshop DeepSeal Metal Sealer for extra depth in patina colors.