[Jewelry making - Article 00469] - Re: [Orchid] Pickling after enameling

[Linda Frueh]

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    For what it's worth, I never ever pickle after enameling.  It always
    etches the enamels (even the blues - all colors, all leaded), and
    even the mildest etch ruins the beautiful enamel sheen.  Since I also
    use silver, the cleanup is not difficult.  First, I cover the
    enameled area with blue painter's tape.  It adheres well but never
    damages the surface.   Then use a mild abrasive like a 3m radial disc
    brush in a fine grit or possibly a pumice wheel.  If you feel pickle
    is absolutely necessary, use the painters tape then apply pickle with
    a paintbrush only to the silver areas & rinse within 15-30 seconds;
    reapplying as necessary.  Tarnex can also work in this way. 

    It's extremely difficult to fix the etch - it clouds over if
    re-fired and is very difficult to polish out.  I'd avoid it at all
    cost. 

Good luck!

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