1/17/2024 0 Comments Rust patina paint jobThe iron paint is brushed on just around the edges and I have to admit – not looking too impressive. Once the iron paint was mixed, I used an inexpensive chip brush to apply my first coat around the edges of the waterfall dresser – just in the areas I wanted rust to appear – and then let it dry. There is actual metal in this patina paint (which causes the activation process) so it needs to be mixed thoroughly to work. The very first thing I did was mix the product REALLY well. Step #1 – Mixing the ProductĪfter my piece was all painted and 100% dry, I used iron paint and green patina spray to create the rust. Depending on the look your after, any paint brand and/or combo of colors you like will work with this finish. The paint I used to achieve the look is Annie Sloan’s Amsterdam Green, DB Caviar and Kudzo. The only differences are the colors and the more prominent brush strokes I used… because I wanted a more rustic look. But if you’re interested in the layered paint technique I used to paint the base of this piece, you can see it here. I’m sharing the technique I used to create the patina. Painted Waterfall Dresser – SALVAGED ESTATE SALE!.THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS TO PRODUCTS I USE. The rust patina against the vibrant green adds contrast and character… and really ties in nicely with vintage hardware! What do you think? That said, I couldn’t be happier with how this dresser turned out. In my experience, it’s always a little easier to experiment with pieces that you’re not attached too. I have mixed feelings about waterfall furniture so if it didn’t turn out like I wanted, no biggie.The rust on the vintage hardware was inspirational.I chose this dresser to ‘practice on’ for two reasons. Here’s the waterfall dresser I picked up at my neighbor’s estate sale a few weeks ago. This process is fun and fascinating! Try it once and you might just find yourself rummaging through your home looking for anything and everything you can patina. So, now I’m passing this warning on to you my friend. Last week, Do from Do Dodson Designs warned me this technique is addictive. My practice-piece was this waterfall dresser, but this technique can be used on any wood, metal, glass, ceramic, plastic etc. Today, I’m sharing my first attempt at painting patina.
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