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Cyanotype -

Method: - Mixing the Chemicals

Step 1.

When you are ready to coat your paper, combine equal amounts of solutions A and B under subdued light such as a red or yellow safe light. For optimum results, try to mix about the amount needed during one day.

Weigh out the Ammonium Citrate of Iron or Ammonium Ferric Citrate

Pour the chemical out onto a sheet of paper and then bend the paper to form a shape like a funnel that allows you to gradually feed the chemical onto the scale.

Store solutions A & B in separate bottles until ready to use.

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