Finish

[Peter D'Attomo]

Looking to cover a bowl in uniform flat or satin black but running into a problem. Paint shows up lumpy, stain does not completely cover, India ink does not cover. Tried burning but I get shiny spots and ull ones. Any ideas?
Thank you

 

[Matthew Clarke]

Liberon makes what is essentially a shellac with a black stain in it (I have usually used it finials). If the object that you have turned is large, then you might want to dye the object black, and then finish with a black lacquer. It would probably require several coats. As another alternative, I have also used a black spray automotive finish available in most automotive stores. Essentially, it is a black lacquer mix. Spray light coats. I have had to spray up to five or six coats. Good luck with your project.

Matt

 

[Pope Lawrence]

What works for me

Try black gesso (available at Michaels), thin it using Acrylic airbrush media, and spray on with an airbrush. A very affordable cheap airbrush is available from Harbor Freight for about 10 bucks.
You can also apply with a brush, it flattens out and really looks great under an oil finish, or spray lacquer.

 

[Peter D'Attomo]

Thank you for the great ideas!!

 

[Steve Worcester]

Maybe John Jordan will chime in, I think he uses leather dye.