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The oil enters the pores of the stone or brick and when dry is hard and impervious to weather. One coat of oil may be sufficient, but a second coat will be certain to give a good base to which the paint can be applied. No elaboration on the method of preparing wood by first using a paste filler, then shellac, then paint, need be made here. It is always well to read the directions on your can of paint before using it. One manufacturer may suggest a different preparatory method for his particular paint. Painted sundials will frequently be found to better suit the situation than one made of another material. The gnomon can be iron, brass, or bronze. Some thought should be given to the selection of material for your sundial. If you are particular about other parts of the sundial, be particular with its material.

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