Combining chemically with oxygen.
Process of using an acid oxidation solution to blacken the engraved areas on a metal plate to provide contrast.
Referring to the oxygen atmosphere inside a kiln during firing, which causes color changes due to chemical reactions in the glaze or body. For example, fine stoneware fired in an oxygen atmosphere can be turned brick red, while the same clay fired in a reducing atmosphere can be colored black.
The process in which oxygen combines with elements to create new compounds called oxides. These are detrimental to metal and should be avoided.
The ability of an ink to dry by absorbing oxygen. To air dry. Many water-base inks can be dried by this method.
metal is darkened by applying oxides. After a period of time, a natural oxidation will form on all silver as oxygen in the air reacts to metal.
Oxide application that darkens details of metal where applied.
Adding an oxidizing compound (like PristinePower) to the water to chemically break up contaminants like organic matter, metal ions, or dirt. Regular oxidizing is mandatory to prevent cloudy water. Also called Shocking.
Darkening the surface of metal by chemical or heat application.
method used to accentuate the beauty of ornamentation by applying an oxide which darkens the metal. Eventually, a natural oxidation forms on all silver as oxygen reacts to metal.
Method of accentuating and enhancing the beauty of ornament by the application of an oxide which darkens the metal wherever applied. Some methods of cleaning silver will remove this oxide.
