a few suggestions 1) initial proper surface cleaning of the stone 2) reducing of the discolouration of the fractures 3) a slower curing epoxy 4) a fraction of epoxy 5) excess adhesive removal with solvent 6) absolutely no sanding of the surface 7) gapfilling of the losses with a softer filler 8) leveling of the filler with a soft tool that does not damage original surface 9) inpainting with reversible colours 10) protective coating with reversible laquer
Alex your repair techniques , explanations and knowledge are so incredibly interesting, the beauty of course is the very simplicity and educational aspect you provide to all your subscribers well played - Andrew
Man I learned that 5 minute epoxy meant "Just leave it for the day!" Gluing twice is never the answered so as I get older my patience with inanimate objects increases, people still not so much. This is something I haven't seen you do, but you are right, principles are the same. Good video, thank you Alex!
2 questions compared to this video: ruclips.net/video/MBAlEUHshKU/видео.html 1) Does the glue you are using tend to yellow over time? Mabye that doesn't matter since the material itself is sort of yellowish itself? 2) In the other video is being said that the expoxy cannot be ground because the base material is, obivously, much softer. Your tray might just be marble, but the grinding action cannot be employed for alabaster?
yes 5 min araldite or most epoxies yellow over time, less light or elevated temperature the slower the deterioration. Any epoxy penetrating the surface will discolour in the future
Lovely! I want to repair a small white alabaster lamp that I have. The base is broken and has rust stains. How could I remove the stains and fill the small gaps it has around the area where it´s broken in half? Thank you so much! You got a new suscriber! :)
You are a lucky lad Alex. I cringed when the tray was stuck to the slate. I wonder how old this tray is. Hard to date such things I would imagine. Stay well. ATB Doug.
Pulire un piatto così delicato con quella che da noi si chiama 'carta vetrata' non è un modo troppo aggressivo e corrosivo, lo consuma il piatto. O no?
Difatti è un restauro fatto con i piedi. Non si scartavetra in quel modo un pezzo antico, non fai altro che toglierli la patina del tempo, cosa che un buon restauratore deve conservare, peggio ancora per l'alabastro che è delicatissimo.
I am so upset crying as I even as I type this. because I have a statue that is so sentimental to me. That was damaged by my dog and chips. I cannot find a statue like this, no matter how hard I try to find one . I’ am trying to find a way to repair my statue I am googling all of the social media to find a company that could repair my statue of the chips in it because my statue is antique. I came across this video. I’m trying to find a way to fix it . 😓
Quality!! Great video. Learned a thing or two here. Even put the build up to the England game on mute to watch 😂🏴
As long as you don't mute the Welsh games! Haha
Great tutorial. I'm loving the unrushed format of these videos. Your work is always masterful, and a genuine joy to watch!
Brilliant tips delivered with expertise in an enjoyable manner 👍
I am learning so much from you! Love the natural approach with lots of humour 😊
Thank you Penelope. Plenty more to come
Never thought I would see you repairing stone!
Love the challenges you take on! Keep up the great work!
Cheers Andy!
a few suggestions
1) initial proper surface cleaning of the stone
2) reducing of the discolouration of the fractures
3) a slower curing epoxy
4) a fraction of epoxy
5) excess adhesive removal with solvent
6) absolutely no sanding of the surface
7) gapfilling of the losses with a softer filler
8) leveling of the filler with a soft tool that does not damage original surface
9) inpainting with reversible colours
10) protective coating with reversible laquer
Alex your repair techniques , explanations and knowledge are so incredibly interesting, the beauty of course is the very simplicity and educational aspect you provide to all your subscribers well played - Andrew
Thanks Andrew. Really kind of you to say. Plenty more to come
Man I learned that 5 minute epoxy meant "Just leave it for the day!" Gluing twice is never the answered so as I get older my patience with inanimate objects increases, people still not so much.
This is something I haven't seen you do, but you are right, principles are the same. Good video, thank you Alex!
Thank you for watching Kerry.
Awesome Alex
I love alex!!!
2 questions compared to this video: ruclips.net/video/MBAlEUHshKU/видео.html
1) Does the glue you are using tend to yellow over time? Mabye that doesn't matter since the material itself is sort of yellowish itself?
2) In the other video is being said that the expoxy cannot be ground because the base material is, obivously, much softer. Your tray might just be marble, but the grinding action cannot be employed for alabaster?
yes 5 min araldite or most epoxies yellow over time, less light or elevated temperature the slower the deterioration. Any epoxy penetrating the surface will discolour in the future
Lovely! I want to repair a small white alabaster lamp that I have. The base is broken and has rust stains. How could I remove the stains and fill the small gaps it has around the area where it´s broken in half? Thank you so much! You got a new suscriber! :)
You are a lucky lad Alex. I cringed when the tray was stuck to the slate. I wonder how old this tray is. Hard to date such things I would imagine. Stay well. ATB Doug.
Cheers Doug. After a bit of research we believe about 1850 and Prussian or Hungarian
Did you have a date for the tray? I know it's old, just wondered how old.
What kind of polishing wax do you use, furniture wax or a special wax?
Different waxes and French polishes depending on the type of jobs. We have a video on polishing this weekend and one on wax polishing coming soon.
@@alexwebsterrestoration1058 Specifically what kind/brand of wax did you use to polish up the alabaster tray you repaired?
Hi. I use a clear colour Briwax
Ma a destra dello schermo per chi guarda e a sinistra di Alex c'è un sarcofago?!
Pulire un piatto così delicato con quella che da noi si chiama 'carta vetrata' non è un modo troppo aggressivo e corrosivo, lo consuma il piatto. O no?
Difatti è un restauro fatto con i piedi. Non si scartavetra in quel modo un pezzo antico, non fai altro che toglierli la patina del tempo, cosa che un buon restauratore deve conservare, peggio ancora per l'alabastro che è delicatissimo.
I am so upset crying as I even as I type this. because I have a statue that is so sentimental to me. That was damaged by my dog and chips. I cannot find a statue like this, no matter how hard I try to find one . I’ am trying to find a way to repair my statue I am googling all of the social media to find a company that could repair my statue of the chips in it because my statue is antique. I came across this video. I’m trying to find a way to fix it . 😓
There was an air of inevitability that piece was going to take a leap to the workbench when you were applying the glue.
Yes I know, I did think I'd be left with even more pieces when it didn't separate first time!
@@alexwebsterrestoration1058 I could almost imagine a new range of Alex Webster jigsaws being launched 😂🤣
Keeping it real fam lol
Haha you knows it Tom🤣
What’d you do to your finger? ☝️
First time back to boxing since lockdown and I'm embarrassed to say I got a blister from hitting the heavy bag haha
@@alexwebsterrestoration1058 🤣🥊 working out Lockdown aggression! Lol
And sorry about Wales 💔