Bottle of Armour Etch Acid Cream
Armour Etch is a popular brand of etching cream (link to topic) sold at craft and hobby shops in almost all the states. There is an exception to some of the states though, because the cream is sometimes used by vandals to etch storefront windows, car windows, and home windows. Due to this problem in some states, it may be illegal to sell. Obviously, this would help stop the problem of ruining perfectly fine glass.
If you are in a state that doesn’t allow people to purchase the cream, you may still be able to buy it over the internet. There are multiple sources where you can buy the Armour Etch cream. Just do a search, and you should be able to fine a great assortment bottle sizes.
Just remember that a small bottle will probably not last very long, unless you’re etching small items or only doing it a few times. A glass etches best when you apply on a thick layer of the acid cream. This allows a consistent etch with no streaks. A light application of the cream may not contain enough acid to frost the glass fully. So, it’s best to apply the cream heavily.
Ingredients & Chemical Information
In its MSDS, Armour Etch lists 3 additional hazardous chemicals than its competitor, the Etchall brand listed. The company, Armour Products states it contains:
- Ammonium Bifluoride with 21- 27%
- Sodium Bifluoride with 7-12%
- Sulfuric Acid with 0-9%
- Barium Sulfate with 0-6%
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hi im just starting this glass etching i would like to know where is the best place and pricing to buy the cream and the stencils many thanks jean
You need to get your facts correct. Armour Etch is NOT banned in any states. In some inner city states the product is locked up in a secure place where an employee must get the product for the customer who is over a legal age to purchase Armour Etch. Thus reducing wrongful use.
love you for sharing your experience, looking to try all your suggestion, i just retired I love art and looking to use my passion for art to make some money.
I bought some Armour Etch and I did not get any directions. Could you tell me how to mix it please?
@CAT, the directions are on the back of the bottle. But if not, I have instructions here https://www.glassetchingsecrets.com/over-n-over-instructions
I am not sure what you meant by mixing. I stir it with a popsicle stick to make sure if is thoroughly mixed before use.
Hello. I want to acid etch a large window pane. I’m going to leave a thin Art Deco frame design unetched. Would this product be good for that? How much of the product do you think I would need to do a 32″x36″ pane of glass? Thank you
I used the cream on my windows on my front door and it did not turn out right. How can I remove the etching or how can I make it look better.
Hi I am currently using a sandblaster for etching but it is a very slow process. I have used Armour Etch previously, but see you mention Etchall cream too. I am confused and to which one to use as I and creating my own stencils and etching glassware. Would appreciate your feedback please.
regards
Justine