Metallic copper for lettering

[Feldspar]

Can you guys recommend a metallic copper enamel you've had success with?
I'll be lettering 2" letters on inside doors painted with latex.
Looks like my options are Ronan Aqua Leaf, 1-shot & Nova.

Thanks

 

[Craig Sjoquist]

All 3 are good choices.

All 3 work better with 2 coats

 

[SignProPlus-Alex]

Modern Masters.

 

[Feldspar]

Here's a test I just did with Nova copper on coated paper.
Craig, you're correct. Needed two coats to get it solid.
Dries fast. Can't cut it with retarders or flow enhancers or it loses opacity. Had to go straight from the can. Leaves lots of brush marks.

 

[Gravy]

I've used Ronan in the 1980's. i wouldn't worry about the brush strokes. Your customers may be paying for the handmade look or else it would probably be vinyl. Haven't used the other brand you mentioned. Been out of the business for decades though. Anyway, when i had a customer that wanted hand painted lettering, they wanted the look ( and the brush strokes) they didn't like vinyl, but it was a more eclectic customer though. I hope you have good results and repor with your customer.

 

[Z SIGNS]

Looks like you got some brush chops.You could do copper leaf.

 

[Techman]

best stuff around..

http://www.sculptnouveau.com/