Re: how to size and dry gum bichromate papers?

[Please forgive me if this appears twice -- it has been AWOL a long time so
I am re-sending]

Pawel wrote:

>> My papers rolls up after drying even if the tape was used. I dont
>> know how to keep it straight and foldless..could it be done?

Dave replied:

> If your paper is rolling up, try using thicker paper. I'm using Rives BFK
> with good results.

Unless there is some reason not to, size both sides of the paper. This is
what I do whenever I need sized paper for alt work, and it works very well.
A bonus is that coating is much easier -- just soak the paper in the size,
drain, and hang to dry. (Depending on the viscosity of your sizing
solution, you may want to squeegee after draining. I use a low-viscosity
bath and do not need to do this.)

Best regards,

etienne
Received on Sun Jan 22 23:33:45 2006