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Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #45 on Jun 30, 2008, 9:05am »
Crystal magic smells like mothballs, but only some type of mothballs contain naphthalene. Others camphor but most of them paradichlorobenzene.
Mothballs sound harmless but evaporating one naphthalene mothball in a room of 5x4meter and 3meter high, exceed the permissible exposure limit of 50mg/m3 and the Treshhold limit value of 10 ppm (parts per million) (according to official US Material Safety Data Sheets)
Naphthalene is very toxic for humans and animals.
So when you are using crystal magic and insects are dropping dead the ventilation is insufficient, and the situation bad for your health.
This health aspect is a more important remark then the warning flammable.
« Last Edit: Jun 30, 2008, 9:10am by Henk de Vries »
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Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #46 on Aug 20, 2008, 1:01pm »
Hydrofluoric acid.
On PPIO the use of Whink is discussed again.
There are still a number of porcelain painters who underestimate the real danger of hydrofluoric acid containing etching products like Whink and Rustiban..
Let me tell you about the accident a well trained scientist had with Hydrofluoric acid solution. He used protective clothing, face mask and special rubber gloves. In the evening he got extremely severe pain in one of his fingers and saw a small acid burn spot. He was taken to the hospital and treated with calcium gluconate. They checked the gloves and found a small cut. Unless all the medical care he continiously had severe pain for months and could not work for a half year.
Taking such a risk for a piece of porcelain is playing russion roulette.
Health effects. Inhaled Irritating to respiratory system. May cause coughing and headache. Swallowed May cause vomiting and headache Eye contact Irritating to eyes, remove contact lenses immediately. Skin contact Irritating to skin, May cause redness. May cause sensitization of skin. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause chronic dermatitis.
Product use.
Generally mentioned as non toxic cleaner, degreaser, tar and asphalt remover, carpet stain cleaner, printing press cleaner, painting brush cleaner, painting solvent, replacement for toxic chlorinated solvents.
Remark.
Toxic for cats, dogs, other pets and aquatic organisms.
« Last Edit: Jan 15, 2009, 7:45am by Henk de Vries »
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Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #52 on Jan 31, 2009, 3:06pm »
Hi Sam, I got some personal emails and notes and a data sheet from Monona Rossoll. Very informative. I will include items in the ABC. I hope to get my book this week. Henk
PS, I think the answer on "Dia Dhuit" is "Dia is Muire Dhuit"
Am I right? H.
« Last Edit: Feb 10, 2009, 6:09am by Henk de Vries »
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Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #54 on Feb 10, 2009, 9:57pm »
Hi Henk,
My apologies. I forgot to tell you what "Dia dhuit" means. It is translated as God be with you. Pronounced Dee ah Gwit.
Some lexicons say it means hello, but Granny always said it as we left Houston for Arkansas, so I use it as a blessing.
Your phrase "Dia is Muire Dhuit" can also be either a hello or a blessing as someone leaves. Translated it is God and Mary be with you. There is another version that adds St. Patrick's name also.
I'm glad you received your copy of the book. I have had mine and read it every chance I get. Decided that if I read it in sections instead of all at one time I will remember more. But then I plan to go back and reread it once I totally finish and underline everything that I think needs to be remembered the most..... which just might be the entire book
Thank you again for recommending “Artists Complete Health and Safety Guide” by Monona Rossol to me. I certainly hope many other of our artists order it. Personally I think it is a necessary book for all artists.
I'll have to check to see if IPAT and WOCP have libraries. I know WOCP has one but not what is in it. I think I will donate this book to each organization. Of course, I will have to check with the boards to see if I'm allowed to do this.
Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #55 on Feb 11, 2009, 3:28am »
Hi Sam.
IPAT does have a library. It is part of the Museum. We will be working on an inventory of the book collection this weekend. This book does sound as if it would be a great addition. Speaking as a member of the Acquisitions Committee, IPAT would be delighted to have you donate a copy of "Artists Complete Health and Safety Guide" by Monona Rossol. Thanks for wanting to do this.
Re: CHINA PAINTERS ABC"S « Reply #57 on May 28, 2009, 9:07pm »
I have a bottle of rectified turpentine and am wondering how it is used and for what. It's been sitting with my various collection of fluids. Could anyone advise me? Thanks. Judith - new to Chatty Teachers
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