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using glycerin

Peter Schrager

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who here can tell me about the proper way to utilize glycerin with palladium....I think it might help to coat some papers I've been trying out
Best, Peter
 

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a. I was using it for print-out Pd, at times when the RH was too low for a decent print-out and/or neutral(ish) hue. It's a humectant (and inert - regarding the reactions that occur during exposure and/or development), therefore helps very much in retaining moisture in paper. (I was adding 2-4 drops per ml of coating solution...)

b. I know it can also be used diluted 1:1 (with developer) for brush development of pure Pt prints...

What is your actual problem - that you think glycerin may solve? If it's poor absorption, then I'd suggest a non-ionic surfactant like Tween...
 
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Peter Schrager

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Loris-I just switched the paper and the problem was solved...was trying out some japanese rice papers....got them to coat but used excessive amounts of solution....[robably best to stick with what works best
thanx, Peter