Spirit Measure
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Weights & Measures – Spirit Of The West (CD) FREE S&H $10.98 |
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30cm Measurement Horizontal Vertical Gradient Spirit Level $8.76 |
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Weights & Measures – Spirit Of The West (CD 1998)NEW $12.98 |
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Key ring tape measures and spirit level TE333 $4.70 |
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NOVELTY SPIRIT MEASURE, IDEAL JOKE OR BAR ITEM $78.56 |
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pair of 1/6 th of Gill Gaskell & chambers Solihull bar pub spirit measures $1.56 |
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pair of 1/4 gill and gill Victorian bar pub spirit measures stamped B95 & 437 $6.27 |
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PAIR SMALL & HEAVY BRONZE 1/2 GILL VICTORIAN SPIRIT TAVERN BAR MEASURES $92.72 |
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NICE CHROME DOUBLE MEASURING CUP FOR SPIRITS $4.49 |
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Measured Liquor Bottle Pourer – Auto Measuring 1/4 Oz Wine Spirit Measur $0.01 |
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BNIB A.MITCHELL & COOPER The PROFESSIONAL CHOICE BONZER 18/8 S/S SPIRIT MEASURE $1.56 |
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BNIB A.MITCHELL & COOPER The PROFESSIONAL CHOICE BONZER 18/8 S/S SPIRIT MEASURE $1.56 |
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VINTAGE ART DECO ‘A THIMBLE FULL’ SHOT GLASS SPOON SPIRIT MEASURE IN BOX 1920′s $1.56 |
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SPIRIT OF ALVA 8YD WOOL FULL KILT SET MADE 2 MEASURE SPECIAL SOLD NO RESERVE E $579.92 |
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30cm Measurement Horizontal Vertical Gradient Spirit Level $9.13 |
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Vintage 1 Ounce Silver Plate Spirit Measure Just A Thimblefull $9.99 |
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70ML GOV.STAMPED SPIRIT / THIMBLE MEASURE/ JIGGER $6.99 |
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ANTIQUE SILVER TODDY CUP SPIRIT MEASURE ONLY A THIMBLE FULL – ENGRAVED CLIFF $196.45 |
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VERY HEAVY 2OZ SPIRIT MEASURE SILVER PLATED STIRRUP CUP RARITY STAMPED S CHIC!! $99.00 |
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Proof and Tralle Hydrometer, Measure Alcohol Content of Distilled Spirits $5.50 |
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USED CONDITION WOMEN BLUE EASY SPIRIT LACE SHOES SZ 9N/MEASURES APPROX 10″H-T $9.99 |
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BARTENDER EQUIPMENT/CHAMPANGE ICE BUCKET COCKTAIL WINE $10.29 |
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NOS 1970′s-1980′s AMC SPIRIT “AMC Logo GRILL GRILLE EMBLEM”+”Mounting Clip” OEM $84.95 |
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3 antique silver plated spirit measures (Mappin & Webb) $35.36 |
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VINTAGE MINIATURE PEWTER GLASS BOTTOMED TANKARD OR SPIRIT MEASURE $19.65 |
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NOS AMC CONCORD SPIRIT 14″ CRISS-CROSS WIRE SPOKE HUBCAP WHEEL COVER CENTER CAP $24.95 |
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30cm Measurement Horizontal Vertical Gradient Spirit Level $9.13 |
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Pro Spirit Bike Skate Helmet Inside Measures 24″ $12.99 |
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C1880 QUALITY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HALF GILL SEAMED BRASS TAVERN SPIRITS MEASURE $31.42 |
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EASTERN ORNATE SILVER DOUBLE SIZE SPIRIT MEASURE $6.24 |
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Stainless Steel Spirits Measure Cup 50ml & 25ml Shot Bar New $3.89 |
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Gordons London Gin Spirit Measure & Bracket $23.50 |
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Tape Measure & Spirit Level & Post It Notes & Pencil $4.70 |
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Stainless Steel Spirits Measure Cup 50ml & 25ml Shot Bar $5.59 |
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Quality Silver Plated Engraved Beaker 6″H With Cup & Spirit Measure $78.56 |
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VINTAGE GASKELL & CHAMBERS PEWTER 1/6 GILL SPIRIT MEASURE $19.65 |
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Richter 3m/10ft Pocket Tape Measure With Spirit Level $25.44 |
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30cm Measurement Horizontal Vertical Gradient Spirit Level $9.14 |
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25ml GOV.STAMPED SPIRIT / THIMBLE MEASURE/ JIGGER $5.50 |
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35ml GOV.STAMPED SPIRIT / THIMBLE MEASURE/ JIGGER $6.05 |
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30cm Measurement Horizontal Vertical Gradient Spirit Level $9.13 |
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Beaumont 50ml Solo Classic Spirit Optic Measure * FREE UK DELIVERY * $7.15 |
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70ml Stainless Steel Thimble Spirit Measure Jigger $6.68 |
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MINT PACKED GOVERNMENT STAMPED 25ml SPIRIT MEASURE BREWERIANA COLLECTIBLES $6.27 |
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Steel Spirit Measure Single 40ml & Double 20ml Shot Bar $3.99 |
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BOSH DIGITAL and SPIRIT ANGLE LEVEL DWM 60 L”DIGITAL ANGLE MEASURING DEVICE” $150.00 |
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ROLSON 3 in 1 STUD DETECTOR SPIRIT LEVEL & 5M TAPE MEASURE 12 MONTHS WARRANTY $14.13 |
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175ml GOV.STAMPED THIMBLE / SPIRIT WINE MEASURE/ JIGGER $9.74 |
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35ML QUICK SHOT SPIRIT MEASURE MEASURING POURER $5.97 |
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Blue Spirit Level Cufflinks in Gift Box BNIB measure carpenter PSN076 $17.27 |
Characteristics of Spirit Stains
A number of years ago a few firms put lines of spirit stains on the market. These were manufactured from various colors that are soluble in alcohol. At the present time the colors or dyes which are used are almost entirely spirit soluble basic coal tar dyes.
Spirit stains dry very, very quickly, and do not penetrate deeply into the wood. Pure spirit stains dry with such great rapidity that it is difficult to apply them evenly. Laps, streaks, and brush marks are likely to disfigure any large surface stained with spirit stain. The trouble is due entirely to the rapid evaporation of the alcohol which is used as the solvent for the colors.
These stains are more expensive than water stains, because the solvent alcohol, costs much more than water. They are sometimes used for quick work, especially for touching up spots and streaks, and in making repairs or renewing old finishes. The expert can occasionally use them to advantage, but the beginner always has trouble with them.
Another difficulty with spirit stains is that they may “lift” with the filler-coat, or with the application of shellac, which is a spirit varnish cut with alcohol. Such stains are liable to mix with the shellac under the brush without any sort of mixing or measuring tools (http://www.ustape.com) and produce a muddy effect which spoils the transparency and beauty of the finish.
You can also purchase mixed spirit stains and volatile oils. Some manufacturers of spirit stains have changed their formulas and do not use alcohol exclusively as a solvent. Turpentine and benzol are sometimes used as solvents or thinners in addition to alcohol, and these oils slow down the rapidity of drying of the spirit-stain. Benzol also causes the stain to penetrate more deeply than if alcohol alone is used.
These stains can be thinned with either alcohol or turpentine, but turpentine is preferable when it comes to stains and supplies and a sort of ruler (http://www.ustape.com) of stains because of its slower rate of evaporation. Some of the best liquid stains on the market today are really a combination of volatile oil and spirit stains and wood finishers are having satisfactory results with them even though they are rather expensive on account of the high cost of the solvents. Water is also sometimes used as a thinner for spirit stains, reducing the rapidity of drying to some extent.
You cannot leave spirit stains in open vats because of the rapid rate of evaporation, which increases the risk of fire. Such stains should be kept in tightly closed glass bottles, if possible. The method of application for spirit stains is to apply them with a brush and them to wipe and spread the excess in order to achieve more even tones and brilliance. You can obtain the best results in one of two ways:
1. By working rapidly with a brush loaded with color, rather than with an almost dry brash; and
2. By evening up, by wiping before the stain has set or dried.
A word of caution about using spirit stains is necessary – they do fade. Spirit-stains made from aniline or other coal-tar dyes arc considered by many experts to be the most fugitive of all stains, although they are much more permanent than they were a few years ago. Their tendency to fade, and difficulty in application, has caused them to be used much less than either water or oil stains. Compare the difficulty level of using a simple tool, such as a tape measure to using a cumbersome saw to get an idea of the difference.
The spirit stains are made from basic coal-tar dyes, which the manufacturers know to be fugitive. Where a temporary brilliant effect is desired, and fastness to light is not a requisite, such stains may be used to advantage.
Whenever spirit stains are used on articles of furniture the fresh colors should not be exposed to bright light until after coats of shellac and varnish have been applied. Such impervious finishes keep out the air and prevent fading to a large extent.
About the Author
Allison Ryan is a freelance marketing writer specializing in do-it-yourself home improvement and remodeling. She is an expert on everything from measuring tools to the ideal
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