ProtectaClear 1 Oz. Clear, Protective Coating for Metal.

UPDATE: I left my original review below though I've updated my overall rating to 5 stars. Everbrite reached out and is sending me a replacement product. Awesome product (which I knew) and awesome customer service. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I really like this product so this is a difficult review to write. The product itself is the best on the market to seal and keep the bright finish on many metals. I have used it on brass, copper and bronze for years and it protects the metal and keeps it finished the way you want it. However, it is essential not to brush or dip from the original container to avoid introducing contaminants and other particulates that could make their way to your work piece. I always pour what I intend to use into a smaller container to use it. I generally use a glass or stainless steel container depending on what I intend to dip and never pour anything back to the original container. I've found that for bright finish metals, it works best when the work piece is dipped. Then you can use a cut piece of newspaper to wick away excess as gravity draws it to a hanging drop at the bottom of a work piece. The only other issue I have experienced is iridescence (rainbowing on the surface of brightly finished material). This can often be mitigated with another coat. The reason for this review has nothing to do with the product or how it works. The container failed in my case. In about a year, rust spots developed on the inside of the container. The outside of the can was in perfect shape. The rust on the inside of the can ruined the product by turning it a pale shade of brown with bits of rust particulates. Disappointed for the price that the container failed in about a year and ruined what was left of the product. Especially since I am so careful about using it and sealing it back up to avoid the introduction of contaminants. Next time I may resort to pouring the contents in a glass container with a lid. What is odd is that I've used the larger size 16oz and even 32oz containers over the same period of time in the past, which also come in steel containers, and never had this issue.

This stuff works! I have coated several copper items and on some I left a few jump rings uncoated, and the difference in the uncoated and coated pieces are drastic. The fist one I treated was approx. 8 weeks ago, and as of today, the treated area is pristine. It is a bracelet that I've worn almost daily to test the product before I sell or give away anything I made and coated with this new product. I have had no color reaction on my skin and none on the interior of the bracelet. It seems costly, but it requires so little to treat so much area that I am sure it will be quite a thrifty investment in the long run. This product does not disturb the appearance of metal, and it can be used over patina without damage. It isn't a lacquer, so don't use it for a gloss or satin effect. It is a preservative that will keep your metal looking exactly as it did when you treated it. The instructions require the metal be clean and then wiped with a solvent, just so you know before you receive it that you will need either Xylol or denatured alcohol or Protecta Clear is not promised to be effective. Xylol is quite odorous, so I ultimately settled on the denatured alcohol. Neither of these solvents will disturb a patina, so that won't be a problem. I have tried them both over Liver of Sulphur and vinegar/ammonia/salt patinas, and can confirm the finish wasn't changed by either. The instructions say to use this on unpainted metal, so I use Renaissance Wax on anything that I have painted. I hope this is helpful for any new metalsmiths looking for a way to preserve their work.

I bought ProtectaClear to seal some of my jewelry pieces that were starting to tarnish quickly, and I’m really impressed with how well it works. The finished coating is smooth, clear, and doesn’t change the color of the metal. My gold plated and silver pieces look brand new again and stay that way much longer. It does have a strong smell while applying, but once it dries and cures, the jewelry looks great and feels completely smooth. A little goes a long way, so the bottle will last a long time. How to use it: Clean the jewelry first and make sure it’s completely dry. Shake the bottle and apply a thin, even coat using the small applicator sponge or brush. Let it dry without touching it for about an hour, and then allow it to fully cure (I let mine sit overnight). That’s it — once cured, the coating is hard, clear, and helps protect against tarnish, fingerprints, and skin oils. Overall, this is a great product if you make jewelry or want to protect your favorite pieces from tarnishing or turning your skin green. I’m very happy with the results!

The 4 stars is for quick delivery. Can’t rate the product because i can’t open it. It says cut open, once you take the lid off. I have tried punching through the tin but I just have a lot of punch marks and no penetration. I will try a chisel next, I don’t want to use a drill or cutting saw because it will put metal shavings in the liquid. There is probably an easy way, some instructions would be helpful. I had read reviews about contaminated liquid rusting the tin and ruining the product so that is what I am trying to avoid. Frustrated and annoyed.

Very weak coat. I got it to coat bijouterie since it oxidises very quickly on my skin causing allergy. Few pieces covered in at least 2 layers oxidised by the end of the day. I don’t know how many coats I would need to do to avoid this but I don’t have that much time. Also, it’s not very clear immediately that the solution will drip and leave a lot of drops on the piece unless you remove it constantly until drying. Another solution that dripped on the surface is impossible to remove, this one can be just scratched with the nail. Do not recommend.

Easy to use as the liquid is self leveling.

J'ai bien suivi les instructions. J'ai passé une première couche du liquide à l'aide d'un petit pinceau sur des boucles d'oreilles dorées et sur une grosse bague toute dorée aussi. Après la 1re couche, déception ! Le doré avait viré en un orange léger, suffisamment pour faire pacotille. J'ai passé la 2e couche, en mettant peu de produit aussi et toujours en laissant sécher toute une nuit. ET LÀ, MIRACLE ! La teinte est un très beau doré particulièrement brillant. Franchement, que ce soit les boucles d'oreilles ou la bague, on dirait de l'or. Évidemment je recommande vivement ce produit qui certes est cher, mais il en faut tellement peu que cela vaut l'investissement.

I haven't tried this product yet but everyone I no said it's great stuff so I will see.