Etching service?
I’m looking for an (acid) etching service provider. I need to etch my silver and I’ve already covered parts of the silver in resist. So all I need is for someone who can complete the acid part really.
Does anyone know where I can get this done? In Singapore? Or around Singapore like Indonesia or Malaysia?
Kiss
on February 6th, 2012
I don’t know how difficult it would be in your area, but you might try contacting independent jewelers and see if someone would give you a quote on doing this work. Depending on the depth of the etch and the strength of the etching solution, the actual etching time should take from 15 mins to an hour.
If you plan on doing a lot of etching you may consider learning to do it yourself. Although it may seem daunting at first, etching can be done safely by anyone willing to follow a few precautions.
Here is an overview of the process:
http://www.ganoksin.com/borisat/nenam/etching.htm
The Encyclopedia of Jewelry Making Techniques by Jinks McGrath has detailed instructions if you decide to give it a try.