sizing paper

rdalrymple (dalrymple@hidesert.com)
Tue, 24 Sep 1996 09:50:19 -0700

One problem I have been struggling with is staining of the paper I use
(types vary) by my sizing. I use gelatin, dipping the paper in the
sizing once, drying, then dipping it in gelatin with formaldehyde to
harden the sizing.

I can see the areas that are going to give me problems when the paper is
drying. I have tried brushing the paper while wet with sizing to make
sure the gelatin is distributed evenly. Perhaps the areas that refuse
to cooperate are weaknesses in the papers.

Any hints that may help me?

Marilyn