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Armour Etch AR15-0151 Glass Etching Cream JAR CARDED, 2.8, Multicolor

Armour Etch AR15-0151 Glass Etching Cream JAR CARDED, 2.8, Multicolor

Armour Etch AR15-0151 Glass Etching Cream JAR CARDED, 2.8, Multicolor
$ 9.00

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Based on 7,625 ratings
Customer service
9.08
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9.39
Packaging
9.20
Value for money
9.17

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Cream for etching
This item is made in the United States of America.
Armour Etch is a fast-acting, specially formulated glass etching compound for creating permanent etched designs on windows.
Safe to put in the dishwasher

Questions & Answers

Is there no way to get there?

I recently received the product, and the only "instructions" are to "shake before using."

Will the etch stay on the glass if it gets wet?

Yes, the etch will last after it has been wet, in fact, it will last forever. It appears to be a reductive process in which the glass is chemically removed or altered. I used it on a set of pint glasses, and the etched image is still intact after being washed in the dishwasher.

For a good etch, how long should it be left on a wine glass?

I've etched wine glasses, casserole dishes, and beer mugs, and I simply glop it on over the stencil, wait 3 to 5 minutes, and then rinse it off. That has proven to be the most effective method.

How many projects can you complete with 3 oz. of paint?

I apologize, but this was not used for etching projects. I applied it to a pair of glasses, coating about 16 square inches with about two teaspoons. In the 3 oz bottle, there are most likely 18 teaspoons. It appears to go a long way toward completing projects.

Selected User Reviews For Armour Etch AR15-0151 Glass Etching Cream JAR CARDED, 2.8, Multicolor

Good- This came with no instructions at all, so adjust the time accordingly
5/5

There are numerous warnings and caution labels, but there are no instructions on how to use the product. As a result, I went to YouTube and looked for tutorials. It was effective at the time. I used regular vinyl to make a stencil on my Cricut (stamping material is available, but I didn't have any). Placed the stencil on a dollar store mug and applied a generous amount (1/8 inch thick) with a foam brush. I let it sit for about 15 minutes before removing the stencil and rinsing it off with water. The tutorial mentioned coating it with some kind of clear paint to make it darker, which worked great and I love the final product. That was not something I did.

Naya Casey
Naya Casey
| Feb 05, 2021
Ideal for restoring POLYCARBONATE eyeglasses that have been damaged by AR coating
5/5

Note: Take a look at the photos to see the before and after results. Obviously, photographing the scratches in their entirety is difficult, but I did my best by positioning the lenses in front of a lamp light. br>br>I'm not sure why optometrists continue to sell this anti-aging product. Glasses with a reflective coating. Regardless of how careful you are with your glasses, the AR eventually scratches them to the point where they are nearly useless. I didn't use the cleaning solution that's supposed to be for AR glasses on my last pair. I had to buy a new pair of ARs because they were scratched so badly. But I didn't mind because I assumed it was due to my own foolishness. I spent over $500 on a new pair, and within a year, the SAME EXACT THING HAPPENED. I was extra careful this time and used the recommended cleaner and a microfiber cloth to clean my glasses. br>br>My glasses were covered in hundreds (if not thousands) of tiny scratches, making it feel like I was looking through a foggy haze all day. Because I couldn't justify spending another $500 on a new pair, I used this armor etch (based on other reviews). br>br>The solution has the consistency of Elmer's white glue when it comes out of the bottle. I simply smeared a cotton swab on my lenses and waited 15 minutes before cleaning them. After that, a hot water rinse was applied. For each lens, I only used one application (so I did it four times in total). on both sides, one application for each lens). In all honesty, you probably only need to do this on the INSIDE of the lens, because the AR coating is only applied on ONE SIDE, according to my optometrist. br>br>If your lenses are made of glass, do not use this. This shouldn't be an issue because I believe polycarbonate is used in almost all eyeglasses these days. Also, wear some heavy-duty cleaning gloves when applying this stuff, because it will essentially burn a hole right through your hand. br>br>Also, the 2. For one pair of shoes, 8 oz is more than enough. I have enough AR coating left over to last me a lifetime (though I won't be paying for it again, so it's irrelevant). br>br>Insert image here: br>br>Insert image here: br>br> Neither lens has been etched in any way. br>Picture 2: br>Picture 3: After etching, only apply to the right lensbr> PRIOR TO APPLICATION: RIGHT LENSbr>Picture 4: PRIOR TO APPLICATION: RIGHT LENSbr> AFTER APPLICATION OF THE RIGHT LENSbr>br>UPDATE AND CLARIFICATIONS: 1) I just want to make it clear that this product will not remove genuine scratches from your lenses. The AR coating will be removed only. This product will not help if your glasses are scratched. If you see scratches after applying, it doesn't mean the product didn't work - It simply means that the surface of your lenses has legitimate scratches. 2) Sulfuric (and hydrofluoric) acid has no reaction with plastic in any way, shape, or form - in any way - According to science, this is correct. The fact that it comes in a plastic bottle is, in fact, a helpful hint to this fact. If you use this product and your glasses end up worse than they began, it means your glasses weren NOT 100% polycarbonate plastic. br>br>3) If you have Trivex lenses (apparently a popular alternative to polycarbonate), I would not recommend using this product because I am not familiar with how sulfuric acid reacts with that material. This product should not be used if you can not assure that your glasses are 100% polycarbonate plastic.

Asa Graham
Asa Graham
| Jan 07, 2021
My polycarbonate lenses now have no AR coating! My glasses were saved thanks to this
5/5

It took six attempts to get it to work, but it was successful. Try this if your polycarbonate lenses are being ruined by the AR coating. What I did was: br>br> I was wearing latex gloves and a q-tip. I used a tip to apply the product to the lenses and massaged it in for a few minutes. After that, I rinsed with warm water and patted dry with a soft towel. The first application had no effect. br>br> They got worse with the second. After my third attempt, I began to see results, and things only improved from there. br>br>WARNING: This WILL remove the AR coating from your polycarbonate lenses (do not use if your lenses are not plastic!). ) so expect glares, but they'll be a lot better than the scratched/oil-stained ones. I used to have slick-looking lenses.

Leandro MacDonald
Leandro MacDonald
| Feb 27, 2021
A+
5/5

and How to Get Rid of Anti-Spam Software Your Glasses Have a Reflective Coating on Them! 1) Hide your face - This product, according to the label, can burn a hole in your skin in seconds. I was dressed casually in jeans and a heavy sweatshirt. in addition to wrapping a t-shirt Just-in-case I forget my shirt, I'll wear it around my neck. case(! ) I spent $3 at Home Depot on some goggles. 89), as well as a pair of rubber gloves (roughly the same). I appeared to be prepared to put out a fire, but why take the chance? ) This stuff is supposed to be diluted, according to the package. I decided not to after reading some reviews. ) Keep your sink in good working order. I made a work area out of a stack of newspapers in the sink's bottom. ) After you've put on all of your safety gear, open the bottle and use a Q-tip to clean it. Apply a thin layer of cream to each of your lenses as a tip. ) Begin by setting a timer for 15 minutes. ) Rinse your contacts under running water after 15 minutes. (Do not remove your gloves until they are completely clean! ) If there are any white or smudgy areas, you may need to apply another coat of cream. Allow another 10 minutes before rinsing. When I first tried this, I only applied the cream to a small portion of one lens to see how it worked. I strongly advise you to conduct a test such as this just-in-case scenario. In the event that your lenses are not made of the proper material and you experience a negative reaction. I only let it sit for 5 minutes the first time I used it, and it was insufficient. I thought I'd ruined my glasses when I noticed a white cloudy residue on the portion of the lens I'd tested. But I noticed that the areas where the AR coating had been missing were still clear, so I knew the cream hadn't ruined it. (i. If that was the case, the clear part would have been cloudy as well. ) As a result, I realized that I needed to apply the cream for a longer period of time. That's exactly what I did, and it worked! My spectacles appear to be in near-new condition. I'm overjoyed that it worked!.

Joaquin Keith
Joaquin Keith
| Mar 27, 2021
It only takes a little to make a big difference! It doesn't have a particularly pleasant odor, but it gets the job done! I was concerned that I wouldn't have enough, so I purchased two bottles
5/5

However, a little goes a long way, and it worked so well that I'm glad I purchased an extra bottle!.

Randy Alexander
Randy Alexander
| Mar 04, 2021

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