ProtectaClear 4 Oz. Clear, Protective Coating for Metal

Very weak coat. I got it to coat bijouterie since it oxidises very quickly on my skin causing allergy. Few pieces covered in at least 2 layers oxidised by the end of the day. I don’t know how many coats I would need to do to avoid this but I don’t have that much time. Also, it’s not very clear immediately that the solution will drip and leave a lot of drops on the piece unless you remove it constantly until drying. Another solution that dripped on the surface is impossible to remove, this one can be just scratched with the nail. Do not recommend.

The 4 stars is for quick delivery. Can’t rate the product because i can’t open it. It says cut open, once you take the lid off. I have tried punching through the tin but I just have a lot of punch marks and no penetration. I will try a chisel next, I don’t want to use a drill or cutting saw because it will put metal shavings in the liquid. There is probably an easy way, some instructions would be helpful. I had read reviews about contaminated liquid rusting the tin and ruining the product so that is what I am trying to avoid. Frustrated and annoyed.

Easy to use as the liquid is self leveling.

Bought for treating beaded fringe earrings so that they don't fold on themselves. This product worked great for keeping the upper brick stitch part nice and stiff. Did change the look nor the colour of my beads. Also, I will be treating the earring hooks to make them all hypoallergenic. The product is easy to use and doesn't smell too strong. Would definitely buy this product again. It is pricey but it does the job that nothing else could. Don't hesitate, buy it.

UPDATE: I left my original review below though I've updated my overall rating to 5 stars. Everbrite reached out and is sending me a replacement product. Awesome product (which I knew) and awesome customer service. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I really like this product so this is a difficult review to write. The product itself is the best on the market to seal and keep the bright finish on many metals. I have used it on brass, copper and bronze for years and it protects the metal and keeps it finished the way you want it. However, it is essential not to brush or dip from the original container to avoid introducing contaminants and other particulates that could make their way to your work piece. I always pour what I intend to use into a smaller container to use it. I generally use a glass or stainless steel container depending on what I intend to dip and never pour anything back to the original container. I've found that for bright finish metals, it works best when the work piece is dipped. Then you can use a cut piece of newspaper to wick away excess as gravity draws it to a hanging drop at the bottom of a work piece. The only other issue I have experienced is iridescence (rainbowing on the surface of brightly finished material). This can often be mitigated with another coat. The reason for this review has nothing to do with the product or how it works. The container failed in my case. In about a year, rust spots developed on the inside of the container. The outside of the can was in perfect shape. The rust on the inside of the can ruined the product by turning it a pale shade of brown with bits of rust particulates. Disappointed for the price that the container failed in about a year and ruined what was left of the product. Especially since I am so careful about using it and sealing it back up to avoid the introduction of contaminants. Next time I may resort to pouring the contents in a glass container with a lid. What is odd is that I've used the larger size 16oz and even 32oz containers over the same period of time in the past, which also come in steel containers, and never had this issue.

Very nice product