Craigs Mirror Black 30ml
Craig's Mirror Black by Goldfarben is a professional black paint for monumental masonry lettering, featuring a mirror gloss and high UV stability for outdoor use.
| Category: | Colors for stone |
|---|---|
| Weight: | 0.1 kg |
| Profession: | stone mason, sculptor |
Craig's Mirror Black (30 ml) – Luxury mirror black stonemasonry paint with high gloss by Goldfarben
Are you looking for an uncompromising black paint to restore inscriptions and ornaments on monuments that offers a deep mirror gloss, perfect coverage, and won't fade under the sun over time? Craig's Mirror Black from the renowned British manufacturer Goldfarben represents the absolute pinnacle in professional stonemasonry restoration and lettering decoration.
This special single-component solvent-based paint was developed based on detailed information from the manufacturer's official documentation, specifically for demanding outdoor applications. It offers an intense, pure, and rich black shade with a liquid glass effect, achieving unmatched opacity (covering power) and a luxury mirror finish. Advanced binder technology ensures the paint is completely immune to UV radiation, retains its gloss, and withstands the harshest weather conditions, smog, and acid rain. Carved or sandblasted lettering on light materials thus gains a perfect, highly legible contrast that lasts for years.
Why professional stonemasons choose Craig's Mirror Black:
- Deep mirror gloss (Mirror Effect): Creates a perfectly smooth, high-gloss surface that reflects light and gives inscriptions an exclusive and elegant look.
- Absolute stability and durability: Unlike standard industrial paints, this special stonemasonry formula does not turn grey or lose its deep tone under sunlight.
- Perfect penetration into pores: Exceptional viscosity and flow ensure that the paint instantly penetrates even the deepest pores of engraved lettering and completely covers its side walls.
- No need to dismantle the monument: No more transporting heavy stones to the workshop. Thanks to its stable formulation, you can apply the paint directly at the cemetery in almost any weather.
- Zero waste and long shelf life: The paint does not form a skin on the surface inside the can, does not thicken during storage, and can be fully used down to the last drop.
Instructions for Use
To achieve the maximum declared lifespan and mirror effect, strictly follow the professional procedure recommended by the manufacturer:
1. Surface Preparation – do not underestimate the foundation of success
- The stone surface and the lettering itself must be 100% clean, dry, and free of dust or grease before painting.
- Removal of old layers: Completely remove all remnants of previous damaged paint from the inscription. We recommend using a suitable paint stripper and a plastic brush (never use steel brushes, which could scratch the polished surfaces of the stone).
- Thorough rinsing: After chemical cleaning, rinse the lettering with a large amount of clean water so that no chemical residues remain in the pores.
- Important notice: After rinsing, you must allow the stone to dry thoroughly. The stone must not show any internal moisture, otherwise the black paint will lose adhesion and could start peeling.
- You can read the full and detailed procedure in our article: Reconstruction of old text on a monument. Procedure, equipment, and everything necessary that you need to restore lettering
2. Painting Application
- Forget about primers: Craig's Mirror Black is applied directly onto clean bare stone. There is no need to use any primer or base coat.
- Before opening and during work, stir the paint thoroughly so that the highly concentrated pigments are evenly dispersed.
- For 100% coverage, especially on absorbent materials, and to achieve maximum mirror gloss, we recommend applying 2 optimal coats.
- The paint is ready for direct application with a fine brush or for spraying.
3. Thinning and Cleaning of Tools
- For cleaning brushes, spray guns, and any clean-up of excess paint from polished surfaces, use exclusively mineral spirits (White Spirit).
- If you need to adjust the paint for spraying, modify the viscosity by carefully adding mineral spirits – up to a maximum of 10% by volume. Always add drop by drop according to the rule: "less is more".
Approximate Drying Table
Drying speed depends on ambient temperature, airflow, and humidity. A warm, dry day is ideal. The times below serve as an approximate guide for planning field work:
| Ambient Temperature | Touch Dry | Through Dry |
|---|---|---|
| 30 °C | 15 minutes | 24 hours |
| 20 °C | 30 minutes | 24 hours |
| 10 °C | 1.5 hours | 36 hours |
| 5 °C | 3 hours | 48 hours |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it necessary to coat the black lettering with a clear topcoat?
No. Craig's Mirror Black is a completely sealed and highly durable final system. The special solvent binder does not require additional protection, and the glossy black paint will retain its richness, depth, and mirror gloss without the need for clear coating.
Can I mix this paint with other shades?
Yes. The paint is fully compatible with other shades of professional stonemasonry paints from the CraigsTone range (e.g., white, silver, gold) by the same manufacturer. You can mix them together – for example, by combining it with Brilliant White, you can achieve any custom shade of grey according to the customer's request.
Can I use the paint on materials other than natural stone?
Yes, the paint shows exceptional adhesion to a wide range of substrates – you will achieve excellent results on light granite, marmor, terrazzo, concrete, metal, wood, or plaster in both exterior and interior applications.
Product Technical Parameters:
| Manufacturer: | Goldfarben Ltd (United Kingdom) |
| Volume: | 30 ml |
| Formulation Type: | 1-component ready to use (solvent-based) |
| Color Shade: | Mirror Black (deep black with high mirror gloss) |
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