Birchwood Casey Brass Black Metal Finish – 3 oz
Blacken, antique, or restore the appearance of brass, copper, and bronze with Birchwood Casey Brass Black Metal Finish. This fast-acting liquid works at room temperature, making it a convenient solution for touching up scratches and worn areas or darkening compatible metal parts and decorative surfaces.
Unlike conventional paint, Brass Black chemically reacts with the metal surface to create a darkened finish without dimensional change. Depending on the alloy being treated, the resulting color can range from deep gray to black, making it useful for precision repair, restoration, jewelry, metalworking, and decorative finishing.
Features & Benefits
- Designed for brass, copper, and bronze
- Fast-acting liquid formula
- Works at room temperature
- Blackens or antiques compatible metal surfaces
- Helps restore scratches and marred areas
- Produces no dimensional change
- Color can vary from deep gray to black depending on the alloy
- Suitable for touch-up or more extensive finishing work
- Convenient 3 oz bottle
- Made in the USA
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Birchwood Casey |
| Product | Brass Black Metal Finish |
| Product Type | Metal Blackening / Touch-Up Solution |
| Size | 3 oz |
| Compatible Metals | Brass, Copper & Bronze |
| Working Temperature | Room Temperature |
| Resulting Color | Deep Gray to Black, Depending on Alloy |
| SKU | 15225-F |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
Restore Scratches & Worn Areas
Scratches and surface wear can expose bright metal underneath an existing darkened finish. Brass Black provides a convenient way to darken these areas and improve the appearance of compatible brass, bronze, and copper components.
Because the treatment chemically darkens the metal rather than covering it with a conventional layer of paint, it can be particularly useful on small and precision components where maintaining dimensions is important.
Blacken or Antique Brass, Copper & Bronze
Brass Black isn't limited to repairing scratches. It can also be used to create a darkened or antiqued appearance on compatible metal surfaces.
Use it for nameplates, plaques, castings, sculptures, decorative metalwork, jewelry components, hardware, and other brass, copper, or bronze items where a darker finish is desired.
Finish Varies by Alloy
The final appearance depends on the composition of the metal being treated. Different brass, bronze, and copper alloys may react differently, producing shades ranging from deep gray to black.
This natural variation can be particularly useful for restoration and decorative work where a darker or aged appearance is desired.
Ideal For
- Brass blackening
- Copper blackening
- Bronze blackening
- Scratch and wear touch-up
- Jewelry and metalsmithing
- Precision repair
- Restoration work
- Decorative hardware
- Nameplates and plaques
- Castings and sculptures
- Workshop and hobby projects
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals can Brass Black be used on?
It is designed for brass, copper, and bronze.
What does Brass Black do?
It chemically darkens compatible brass, copper, and bronze surfaces and can be used for blackening, antiquing, or restoring scratched and marred areas.
Is this paint?
No. Brass Black is a chemical metal-finishing solution rather than conventional black paint.
Can it be used to touch up scratches?
Yes. Restoring scratches and marred areas on compatible metals is one of its useful applications.
Can I use it for more than small touch-ups?
Yes. It can also be used for blackening or antiquing compatible parts and surfaces.
Will it change the dimensions of a precision part?
The blackening process produces no dimensional change, making it useful for many precision components.
What color will the finished metal be?
Results vary depending on the alloy. The resulting finish can range from deep gray to black.
Does it require heat?
No. It is a room-temperature metal-finishing solution.
Can I use Brass Black on aluminum?
No. For aluminum surfaces, use a product specifically designed for aluminum, such as Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black.
How much is in the bottle?
The bottle contains 3 oz.
Where is it made?
It is made in the USA.
| SKU: | 15225-F |
| UPC: | 196943111672 |
| BRAND: | Birchwood Casey |
| MPN: | 15208 |
| Made In: | United States |
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