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Question asked 2020-12-01 06:04:33 ...
Most recent comment 2020-12-01 06:44:58
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hi I just wondering that I can use gilsonite or bitumen for house decoration and does it have a harmful point or not?
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(brian baade)
I would strongly recommend against its use in artwork
intended for permanence, especially never mixed with oil paint. The bitumen
never dries, will remain sensitive to higher temperatures, and will shrink and
likely alligator over time especially if used with, over oil paint.
It is up to you if the effects that it affords is worth the
risk if intended for long-term decoration. Probably this is less of an issue
for house decoration, however, it will be difficult to remove or overpaint down
the road when/if you intend on redecorating. There are a few “asphaltum hue” artists oil paints composed
of modern organic pigments, and not bitumen, that may be a better choice. I remember using one in a faux finish that was
rather convincing.
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