If Q-1 is a two step process it is *not* what I use.

I was planning on selling mine but the bottles cost so much more than the solution it was ludicrous. The minimum order is for one gallon. It has lasted me for 8 years now and I have jut under one quart left. It keeps well.

As with any other blackening solution, do not re-dip the q-tip or it will affect the solution. I use a Clairol hair dye applicator bottle to wet the Q-tip. You can then add another drop or two to the same Q-tip safely.

Philadelphia, PA (Really Bensalem)

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The Oxidizer I sell is a one step process as always done. BUT if you have an area that is big to darken or the material is tough to keep black like aluminum. Then u use a 2 step process. First a cleaner that preps the surface. Wipe off, then oxidize as normal. Same solution works on Brass or Aluminum. 100% guarantee. Sold hundreds and have not heard a complaint. All the solutions are 100% concentrated, no cutting is done to make a sample at the show go better. But some materials will darken better than others. I just buy the std brass from Creative Metal. Leaded is too rich for my blood.
If you mix the solutions or the brushes in the 2 steps it will not work. One is designed to remove and the other darken. Not sxure what the results would be.

I can answer any questions you may have via email if u would like add'l info. fred@q1engravers.com

Fred