On Thu, 17 Nov 1994, Adam Kimball wrote:
> I just tried coating some Kallitype paper with a glass rod. It
> works wonderfully with the heavier papers, but it doesn't seem to
> work with Cranes Kid. It looks like the paper boughs to quickly, and
> certain portions (the ones that sink) don't get coated. By the second
> stroke, I'm only pushing seperated drops of sensitizer rather than
> an even line. Will I have to return to my foam brush for this paper? :(
>
> Adam
>
>
Adam,
Try adding a small quantity of glycerine to the emulsion before you coat,
kind of a lubricant, and won't hurt. Someone said that Astroglide works
well too, but I won't mention what that's really intended for.
Dick Sullivan
Bostick & Sullivan