Alum (Aluminum Sulfate)
Marblers use alum as a mordant to hold their
inks to the paper. Safety Note: Protect the skin using rubber gloves
or an adequate barrier cream. Can cause skin irritation or dermatitis.
1 lb $5.00
5+ lbs (Bulk) $17.50
25 lbs (Bulk) $80.00
Applicator Bottles for Color
For marblers who wish more control (or less mess) in applying color
to the marbling bath. A four (4) ounce plastic bottle with a re-sealable
snout-type cap and a glass marble. Shake bottle during application
to keep pigment mixed. 4 oz capacity $1.10
Atomizers, Mouth
Used to apply Spirits of Soap or color to the marbling bath when
a fine mist is required. May also be used to apply protective coatings
(fixatives) to the completed sheets. Instructions included. Safety
Note: Take care not to inhale the misted materials, as some of them
may contain toxic solvents.
Atomizer Mouth $4.50
Broom Corn
For marblers who wish to make whisks for applying color. Length
may occasionally vary. Supplied with instructions. 1/2 lb of broomcorn
can make 8-12 whisks.
1/2 lb $5.00
1 lb $8.00
Carragheenan
(Size-Irish Moss) This is a food product that is the dried extract
from Irish moss, not the moss plant itself. It is mixed in a blender
and requires no boiling or straining. One pound will make approximately
27 gallons of size. In powdered form, the shelf life is about four
(4) years if kept tightly sealed.
1/2 lb $25.00
1 lb $48.00
5 lbs (Bulk) $200.00
Combs:
Type 1 Comb for Nonpareil Patterns
Solid Brass is used because of its proven durability in water. It will not corrode in marbling liquids. Because the interval between teeth (1/4") is regular, and the teeth themselves are absolutely parallel, the resultant pattern is highly uniform.
Large 20-1/8" wide fits Large Marbling Tank $58.00
Small 14-7/8" wide fits Small Marbling Tank $54.00
Type 2 Comb for Bouquet/Peacock Pattern
Following a design published in Diderot Encyclopedia (1789), the
comb features 2 sets of offset teeth which intersect each other
when the entire comb is moved in a gentle "S" motion along the long
axis of the tank. Teeth are solid brass pins.
Large 23" for LargeTank
Large Type 2 $28.00
Small 17-7/8" for Small Tank
Small Type 2 $23.00
Brass Strip
Brass strip is sold separately to make your own combs. Custom fee
of $5.00/comb made smaller than standard two sizes (Large and Small).
Combs longer than 20-1/4" inches, please inquire. Inside measurement
of tank is required for custom comb.
20 1/4" piece $52.00
Rakes
Used for the initial manipulation of the color on the size, our
rakes are wood with brass teeth, spaced at 3-inch intervals.
Large 32" for Large Tank
Large Rake $11.00
Small 26" for Small Tank
Small Rake $10.50
Colophon Marbling Colors
Water Based
Stone ground in water these pigments are concentrated in 4 oz jars
with instructions for mixing with oxgall. Colors denoted with an
asterisk (*) are transparent and should be used as tints. Shelf
life is indefinite, but varies by pigment, unless allowed to dry
out.
Colophon Water Based Marbling Colors
Each color sold in 4 oz bottle
BASIC SET $58.00
Burnt Umber
Chrome Green
Titanium White
Cobalt Blue
Cad Yellow
Deep Red
Black
GROUP 1 $6.50 ea
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Chrome Green
Russet, Titanium White
Van Dyke Brown
GROUP 2 $9.50 ea
Cobalt Blue
Forest Green
Steel Grey
Terre Verte
Titanium Yellow
Ultramarine Blue
Ultramarine Violet
Yellow Ochre
Prussian Blue
GROUP 3 $10.50 ea
Black
Cadmium Red
Cadmium Orange
Cadmium Yellow
Chrome Green Light
Deep Red,
Ultramarine Pink
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GROUP 4 $12.00 jar
Viridian
GROUP 5 $18.00 jar
Indigo
(Note: Indigo Blue is affected by excessive calcium in the water)
NOTE: Prussian Blue is sensitive to cold weather and is shipped weather permitting It may not work satisfactorily in areas where the water is "hard". Use spring water or soft water instead.
Color Wheels Valuable to anyone interested in color relationships. One side relates traditional color theory while the other shows a method of obtaining a desired shade by mixing colors.
Small $4.25
Large $6.50
Colophon Marbling Tanks
The Colophon Marbling Tank is a vacuum formed high impact ABS plastic.
The Tanks are designed with a self-draining "slop trough" to receive
the skimmed size and comes with a cover/rinse board and skimmer.
Sizes are inside measurements
Large Tank 20-1/4" x 25-1/2" Capacity: 2-1/2 gallons
Large Tank $85.00
Small Tank 15" x 19" Capacity: 2 gallons
Small Tank $65.00
Papers suitable for marbling
Sulfite Paper 18.5"x24"
Per Sheet $0.20
Iridescent Paper 28-3/8"x20" 9 colors available
81 lb text weight Per Sheet $1.70
105 lb cover weight Per Sheet $2.75
Linen Paper 17.5"x23"
70 lb text weight Per Sheet $0.60
80 lb black text weight Per Sheet $0.60 80 lb cover weight Per Sheet $0.95
Hahnemühle Ingress 18.75x24.75"
1-99 Sheets $1.20ea
100+ Sheets $1.10ea
200+ Sheets $1.00ea
Hahnemühle Bugra 33"x41"
130GSM
Per Sheet $4.50
Torchglow 17.5x23" 8 colors available
Per Sheet $0.25
Book Board-Davey Board Red Label.
Acid Neutral, with a PH of 7 - 8
Shipped UPS as half sheets in a carton for protection.
#18, (.082") (20.625"x30")
#25, (.070") (20.625"x30)
Minimum order is 10 half sheets, mix or match.
#18 Half Sheet $2.70
#18 Full Sheet $5.40
#25 Half Sheet $2.20
#25 Full Sheet $4.40
Box Charge $8.00
Eyedroppers
Useful for dispensing drops of liquid (color, oxgall, sumifactant)
with precision. The glass can be cleaned with a pipe cleaner.
One $0.80
6 or more $0.60
Frisket Film
Used for blocking out or resisting areas on the paper that one wishes
left unmarbled.
Small Roll (12" x 4 yard) $20.00
Package of 12 (9" x 12" sheets) $18.00
Kodak Photo-Flo 200
Used as a color spreader in acrylic marbling.
2 oz bottle with eyedropper lid $4.50
16 oz bottle $13.50
Oxgall
Bovine gall, collected, prepared and aged at least 9 months. Preserved
in alcohol. Instructions included. Shelf life is indefinite. It
actually improves with age. Keep tightly capped.
2 oz bottle $5.00
Pint bottle $28.50
Pipettes
Plastic tube with a bulb at one end to hold colors.
Pipette $0.25
Bakerıs Dozen $3.00
Protective Barrier Cream
Paper marblers are exposed to the harmful metals in the colors.
This highly recommended cream contains lanolin and provides adequate
protection against absorbing these chemicals through the skin. OSHA
approved.
Barrier Cream $5.00
Spirits of Soap
Used to produce both finely veined and Italian marbles. May be applied
either with an atomizer or with a whisk. Safety note: Avoid inhaling
the vapors when applying material with an atomizer.
2 oz bottle $6.00
Pint bottle $28.50
Soap - Master's
I have been using Master's Hand Soap for over 18 years to remove
paint from my hands
1.5 oz bar $2.50
4.5 oz bar $4.50
NEW Straight Pin with Attached Clip
To display artwork without making a hole in the paper. The sharp pin (1") goes into backing board and the attached clip (1/4") holds the paper in place.
Box of 50 $20.00
Box of 25 $10.00
Stylus
A steel needle held firmly in a plastic handle. Used in freestyle
marbling.
Each $0.80
6 or more each $0.60
Workshops in Western Marbling
These classes are conducted in the studio of Nancy Morains in Lacey,
Washington. They are small classes limited to no more than 2 students.
It lasts a full day and covers preparation of alum, size, paper,
inks and brushes. We spend most of the time in the tank and cover
many patterns, problems and the history of marbling.
You can call or write to inquire about classes. A class will be
arranged to fit your schedule.
AVAILABLE BY REQUEST
Paper Sample Book Colophon carry papers for Marbling. Due to changes
in the manufacturing of paper, the brand of papers may change often.
Please call for a paper sample book of available papers. Marbling
Tray and Accessories Brochure.
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