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PLATE PREPARATION
Preparing the plate ready to accept your image is an extremely important process and essential to a successful plate.
Blockouts
Acid resistant materials that are applied to the plate to prevent acids from ‘biting’ the plate.
E021.1 Bitumen Paint. 500ml $ 9.53
E021.2 Bitumen Paint. 1 Litre $ 16.25
E033 Straw Hat Varnish. 500ml $ 30.25
E036.12 Shellac Flakes. 500g $ 9.62
E093 Wax Tapers. Pack of 12 $ 6.60
E026 Acid resist pen. $ 11.44
E022 Powdered Asphaltum 500g $ 8.75
E009.3 Charcoal Block 4.25" x 1.5" x 1" $ 15.95

Bitumous stopout is fast drying and can be applied with a fine brush to preserve detail.

Bitumous paint tends to be thicker and can flake off - recommended for protecting the back of uncoated plates.

Acid resist pens have a fine tip designed for surrounding detailed areas.