What pen to use for autograph on guitar, and how to protect it?

1. How do you preserve a signature on a guitar?
2. What kind of pen do you use for autographs?
3. How do I keep my signature from fading on my guitar?
4. How do you preserve an autograph?

How do you preserve a signature on a guitar?

Spray a fine mist of acrylic clear coat over the autographed area. One coat of the protective spray will work fine. Allow the clear coat to dry before playing or moving the guitar. If the guitar has already been signed with a permanent marker or sharpie, use a clear nitrocellulose lacquer to preserve the signature.

What kind of pen do you use for autographs?

For non-modern cardboard cards, the sharpie is the way to go. No paint pen, use a sharpie. If you want a thinner autograph, Staedler pens are a very good choice, especially the blue. For modern cards because they have that glossy finish, a paint pen works solid for all sorts of colors.

How do I keep my signature from fading on my guitar?

But how do you keep it from fading or disappearing altogether? The best-looking and longest-lasting solution to preserving a signature on your guitar is to apply a clear acrylic coat and finish it with a clear polyurethane lacquer on the autographed surface.

How do you preserve an autograph?

Whether displayed or stored, keep the autograph away from direct sun. Even lamps and overhead lights can cause fading. The piece should be stored or displayed in a room that has consistent humidity and temperature. If you do not display the item, purchase archival tissue paper to wrap the fabric.