Apply a Custom Glitter Finish

This information is intended to enhance the knowledge of those that have a TRUE understanding of how drums are made, what it takes to make them sound different and to revive tired, lifeless drums. It is not intended for novice use, as you could cause irreparable damage to otherwise decent drums. For more information and understanding, please message me.
Applying glitter to a drum shell. I know, it was nighttime when I did the shoot...deal with it. You get the idea of how it works.

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• drum repair
• drum restoraion
• vintage drums
• rebuilding drums
• drum shells
• how to build a drum

[karstenboy]

Thanks! Yes, this particular glitter is much larger than regular. I got it at Hobby Lobby or Michaels....it is a common brand, can't recall thhe name off the top. Will let you know when I find it.

[mnmsdaddy]

the glitter looks larger than typical glitter. where do you get it, and do you coat it with something after it dries? thanks.

[karstenboy]

@mnmsdaddy

Hey now! I got this stuff at Michael's. If you have one nearby, they may or may not have it. It does have a really cool reflective quality, but it also leaves a very uneven surface. Very grainy. This stuff is the size of small rock salt, so no getting a smooth surface finish.

[tempobob]

Interesting video. Thanks.

Very nice effect from the glitter reflecting light.