You suggest the use of Kodak Dektol developer, and Kodak Fixer as a fixer. Is there a reason for choosing these specific products?
Kodak Dektol is our first choice because because it’s resistant to fog (overall graying) of the emulsion. Some developers, particularly those that are sold as highly concentrated liquids, promote fogging. We use 2 parts of water per one part of Dektol stock solution. Whichever developer you choose, be sure it is a paper developer, not film developer. We recommend Kodak Fixer because (1) it hardens the emulsion more effectively than any fixer we have tested and (2) because it is non-fading, unlike some “rapid” fixers that will dissolve away part of the image while they work. We use Kodak Fixer as a straight stock solution, until the emulsion clears and the surface becomes leathery to the touch (about 5 minutes.) Both Kodak Dektol and Kodak Fixer come as powder in a yellow packet and must be dissolved to make stock solutions– a minor inconvenience in view of their advantages. Back to top Can Liquid Light or Ag-Plus be applied by spray? Yes, but spraying is not the preferred way of coati
