Digital BW, The Print

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> Van: Robert Morrison [mailto:rmorrison@...] 
> Verzonden: zondag 26 januari 2003 21:17
> Aan: DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com
> Onderwerp: Re: [Digital BW] Coating Prints with Hydrocote PUR
> 
> 
> Using it as a brush.  Look at there instruction 
> information...there is even a picture.  

You are right, but it was at the section with Lab Rods, not the 'normal
ones' where I had looked for info.

You squirt the 
> solution along the top of the print and "draw down" with the 
> rod.  This applies a uniform film thickness of solution.  You 
> need to have a disposable border around the print (I use at 
> least 1 inch on the bottom and sides and 2-3 inches on the 
> top. This is the technique that is used to make most of our 
> inkjet coated papers...its been around for nearly 50 years 
> and is by far the best method of applying an even coat of a 
> solution to paper. 

Amazing and actually incredible that such a 'primitive' technique still
seems to be the best. I can't hardly imagine that no easier methods has
replaced it...

 >It is a technique, however, and requires practice.

I guess so! Thanks for getting me to the right place and the other info.
Ton