Quickstartguide:Etching

Preparing the copper plate

The copper plate can be bought from the Metal Workshop

1. Bevel the corners of the copper plate

2. Polish the plate with Brasso and a cloth
pay special attention to the corners

3. Degrease the plate with Ketjap Manis (Fermented Soja)
spread the Ketjap on the plate and using the soft side of a sponge
disclaimer: do not clean the sponge with water

4. Wash the plate with water and dry it with a clean cloth and put it in the oven for 10 minutes to dry completely

5. Cover the plate with a thin layer of Pledge(mixed with ink to make the wax not transparent) and leave it to dry