Hey all,
I did a quick search and didn't find any threads related to "sharpie art" or "markers".
I am looking for advice on using a "Industrial Sharpie" on a gas tank.
The gas tank is currently bare metal. My thought is to put a light coat of a spraymax 2k clear(after an adhesion promoter) and then have the artist draw on top of that w/the Industrial Sharpie. (base coat is stop the artist's hand from getting oils on metal which could rust it in future). After the artist has completed the drawing, I would then apply a heavy layer of the 2k clear to lock it in.
Not sure if anyone has done this or knows someone who has...My questions are:
1.) Is putting a base thin clear coat a smart idea?
2.) I believe the "Industrial Marker" can handle being cleaned afterward so a clear coat may not be needed(more of a statement but what are your thoughts on that approach)
3.) You think the ink will bleed when we spray the clear coat over the marker?
Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Below is the text about the marker:
Bold ink is engineered to withstand intense heat up to 500F
Specially designed for industrial and laboratory users
Fine tip creates bold, detailed lines on a variety of surfaces including metal, glass, film and plastic
Quick-drying permanent ink is water, fade and smear resistant
-Buck
1981 FXWG
1993 XLH
I did a quick search and didn't find any threads related to "sharpie art" or "markers".
I am looking for advice on using a "Industrial Sharpie" on a gas tank.
The gas tank is currently bare metal. My thought is to put a light coat of a spraymax 2k clear(after an adhesion promoter) and then have the artist draw on top of that w/the Industrial Sharpie. (base coat is stop the artist's hand from getting oils on metal which could rust it in future). After the artist has completed the drawing, I would then apply a heavy layer of the 2k clear to lock it in.
Not sure if anyone has done this or knows someone who has...My questions are:
1.) Is putting a base thin clear coat a smart idea?
2.) I believe the "Industrial Marker" can handle being cleaned afterward so a clear coat may not be needed(more of a statement but what are your thoughts on that approach)
3.) You think the ink will bleed when we spray the clear coat over the marker?
Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Below is the text about the marker:
Bold ink is engineered to withstand intense heat up to 500F
Specially designed for industrial and laboratory users
Fine tip creates bold, detailed lines on a variety of surfaces including metal, glass, film and plastic
Quick-drying permanent ink is water, fade and smear resistant
-Buck
1981 FXWG
1993 XLH
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