RE: Salted Prints

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mmatusz@pdq.net
Date: 08/22/03-08:49:30 AM Z


Loris,
I have used Arches platine as well as Cranes platinotype papers with no
additional sizing. By the way my silver nitrate solution has been standing
on the shelf for 3 years now. It is quite stable in the absence of any
additives.
Marek

> Thanks all: I'm definitely convinced that I should buy silver nitrate in
> crystal form. :)
>
> I see some prefer to size and salt the paper at the same time, others
> prefer to size first, then salt... I can see that the former is much
> quicker and less complex. Is there any distinct advantage in separating
> sizing and salting operations?
>
> I have access to 80 and 240 baumé (was it 260? - not sure) gelatine.
> Should I opt for 80 baumé (powder) gelatine (because it is easier to
> dissolve in water) or opt for 240/260 baumé hard form (maybe storage is
> easier when rigid - less exposure to humidity)?
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Loris.
>
>


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