Adva Print Fabric – Crackle

Description

Colourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd Adva Print Fabric Crackle Medium has been developed to re-create the effect of old varnish that cracks and crazes over time to produce a cracked/aged appearance.

It is designed to be printed or painted on top of a water repellent pre-coat  (Colourcraft Aquaseal Pre-Coat). The appearance/nature of the crack is dependent upon applying the pre-coat and the amount of top-coat Adva Print Fabric Crackle Medium) applied by the screen or brush. Cracks/ crackle can be made larger or smaller depending on how much top coat is applied.

Instructions

1. You can colour both parts with Adva Print Concentrated colours before applying with the same or contrasting colours. Print or brush on a pre coat of Colourcraft Aquaseal and quick dry at approx. 180ºc with a heat gun or bake for 3 minutes at 150º c.
2. Print a layer of Colourcraft Adva Print Fabric Crackle Medium. It is preferable to apply a medium to thick layer; a medium print application will result in smaller cracks. A thicker coat – larger cracks. Quick dry again with a heat gun or bake for 3 minutes at 150ºc.
3. If required, a second print or paint layer of Adva Print Fabric Crackle Medium can be made and cured at 150º for 3 minutes. Cracks will begin to appear during curing.