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Do anyone know if there is some kind of spray that one could use to make the letters written with non-waterproof ink waterproof. Seems like someone should have invented something like this.

 

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Do anyone know if there is some kind of spray that one could use to make the letters written with non-waterproof ink waterproof. Seems like someone should have invented something like this.

 

Bryan

Yep there is and it is called fixitive. It's used for fixing artwork, pencil, chalk or the like. Try looking at a hobby store for the stuff.

 

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Hey Thanks Kurt!

 

I'll stop by a store tomorrow.

 

 

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Hi Bryan,

 

Another neat trick that I used a lot in the past, prior to waterproof Noodler's :D, is candle wax.

 

Essentially, make sure the ink is properly dry, and then rub the back end of a simple white candle over the writing. That's it. Simple, and works great!

 

BTW, this was a trick I learnt from KCat :meow:.

 

HTH, warm regards, Wim

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Essentially, make sure the ink is properly dry, and then rub the back end of a simple white candle over the writing. That's it. Simple, and works great!

Be very sure that the ink is completely and totally dry before trying the wax trick. Believe me I have learned that the hard way! :D

 

 

I have also gotten letters with a chunk of clear tape over the address. I seem to remember, possibly a thread on Pentrace, that the postoffice just has fits over tape or wax or wax seals on envelopes that the stuff gums up the workings. Just here-say but maybe someone has some proof of it.

 

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I've always preferred the candle wax application. It's just a matter of getting enough on to protect the writing, but not too much to potentially gum up machinery. I lightly buff over it with a paper towel.

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