Learn all the necessary skills to successfully apply and finish liquid metal coatings.
With our Training Program, you will learn all application steps, from preparation and polishing and clear coats to marketing tips.
We offer both water and solvent based liquid metal training.
What is the difference?
You can polish the solvent to a higher sheen. Some think it’s easier to work with and some don’t. The solvent is “hardier” than the waterbased. Think of the difference between enamel and acrylic. There is slight movement/softening in the acrylic in the heat but that is not a bad thing. Apart from the high sheen and possible ease of working it is purely a matter of taste and how you plan on incorporating it into your business.
Hands-on training
Virtual update classes
Private and semi-private classes
Sample schedule depending on which class you choose.
Day 1
Introduction to liquid metals (history, uses)
Discussion on priming options
Discussion on application methods, including troweled, brushed, rolled, sprayed
Demonstrations
Discussion on sanders, sanding and polishing methods and sanding disc types
Execute your own samples using the water-based binder.
Day 2
Discussion and hands on using wax and clear coat
Marketing and pricing liquid metal
Every effort is made to bring in a representative from Mirka, Festool or SurfPrep so you can get a feel for an extraction system, if you choose to use one.
Day 3 Optional and varied offerings at some location dates
Discussion and usage of solvent binder, including the thinner and texture
Discussion and usage of various patinas, special effects and mixtures
Niche marketing
We will create a finish on an actual surface. Past projects have included an elevator door, countertop, door, and sink.