Design: Ugo’s handwriting, scanned and cut in metal
Material: Brass 1.5 mm thick
Finish: Smoothly Brushed
Color: Gold. It turns brown over time if not cleaned occasionally
Weatherproof: It doesn’t rust
Options to choose from:
4 Sizes: L, M, S, XS
4 Mounting options: 1) Plain, no holes, for glue mounting
2) Two holes & screws for wooden or metal door / fence (Not for size XS)
3) Two holes, screws and plugs for wall mounting (Not for size XS)
4) Double-sided adhesive Scotch 3M glued to the back of the Brass Hebrew Letters (Not for size XS)
Brass
Brass is an alloy composed of the elements copper and zinc. The color of brass is the same as the color of gold but, like silver, if not cleaned from time to time it darkens to a brown color. In the two pictures below you can see an old object made of brass, before and after cleaning:
Brass cleaning: You can find many metal cleaning products on the market, and you can also use a small amount of “00” toilet cleaner (Containing 9% hydrochloric acid) on a soft cloth.
What size is right for me?
If you are undecided send Ugo a picture of the place for assembly that includes dimensions. Please take a picture from the front – not from the side. We will prepare a computer simulation and then we will know what font size is most suitable for your project. Ugo’s WhatsApp: 050-5800120
How to mount the Brass Hebrew Letters
Preparation
Mark a line on the wall / door with a pencil or masking tape
Mark the center of the text line
Start mounting the letters from the center to the right, and from the center to the left
Gluing
For gluing Brass Hebrew Letters we recommend using “Super 7” or “Super 7 Hi-Tack” silicone glue (stronger).
Place the glue on the back of the letter, only in the wider areas of it. Put in a generous amount but be careful not too much that the glue does not slide off the side when sticking to the surface.
Place the letter in place and press it gently. For a few seconds after clicking, you can still reposition the letter (a few millimeters) to align it with the line of text.
Do not touch the letters for at least 12 hours. When the weather is particularly hot it is recommended to perform the gluing with silicone glue in the evening.
Gluing on stone:
In addition to silicone glue, marble glue can be used, which is an epoxy glue. In this case it is advisable to search for a professional with experience in this type of work.
Mounting Brass Hebrew Letters with screws
Set the letter in its proper place on the door
Mark with a pencil (through the holes) a mark on the door and then remove the letter Wooden door / fence: Screw the screw up to about half its length, then screw it back out Steel door / fence: Drill small holes in the points you marked. Use a 2 mm diameter “metal-wood” drill bit
Set the signal back in place and screw the screws to the door / fence through the letter
Warning: Be careful that the screwdriver does not “escape” and scratch the letter!
In addition, it is recommended to use latex gloves to avoid leaving fingerprints on the metal. In such case remove them with a little vinegar on a soft cloth.
Adding backside spacers
On the back of the letters you can add nuts 1 cm in size and 5 mm thick. If you plan to add spacers, select “Two holes & screws” as mounting option when filling the order form.
In one of the photos in this post you can see what is the recommended location for installing the rear nut on each letter and number.
To glue the nuts on the back of the letters it is recommended to use “Super 7” glue.
The nuts that will be mounted corresponding to the holes do not require gluing because the screw passes through them.
Note: Do not stick a nut too close to the edge of the letter, always leave a space of at least 5 mm.
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