![]() ![]() Then apply 1 coat of the metal paint and let that dry. You start a faux finish with a base coat of a Dixie Belle Chalk paint, in any shade you’d like. Read the full disclaimer here.Ī peek at the Dixie Belle Chalk Paint and Metal Finishes I used. I would never recommend something that I wouldn’t pay for. But as always, my opinion and review of the product are my true reaction and opinion about this product. I was provided free product for this post. Have fun and be sure to check out my YouTube Channel for more easy DIY home décor tutorials. Or paint lines of the patina spray in veins across the paint. Maybe you want to mix a couple metal paints on the same piece. These are just a starting point for your DIY Faux Patina Paint Metal Finishes. It is always advisable to test JAX Green Patina in a small inconspicuous area to make sure that it does not adversely affect or damage the surface being treated.įor a more authentic look, first apply a JAX Darkener to the metal before applying the JAX Green Patina.ĭo NOT apply JAX Green Patina to hot metal or roofs ? the chemicals will simply evaporate and have little or no effect.Hopefully, these 20 examples show you how to patina paint and help you pick the metal and patina finish you love. Do not mix JAX Products with any other chemicals. Make sure to refer to the Safety Data Sheets for additional information before you begin. When you dispose of used products and containers, please do so in at an approved waste disposal facility. Contaminating the original container will seriously reduce the shelf-life of the product.Īlways use JAX Products in plastic or glass containers. Always store JAX products at room temperature, in tightly closed original containers AND in a locked, safe place. JAX products never expire, however, they can deteriorate over time if not cared for properly. Once you are happy with your finish, you may wax, oil, or lacquer the metal as a final step, although in many cases leaving the metal ?unprotected? may be desirable. We do NOT recommend applying JAX Green Patina by dipping your metal into JAX Green Patina. Unlike the JAX Blackeners and Darkeners, the JAX Green Patina does NOT work instantaneously. Brush the patina onto the metal until a dull film appears.? The appearance of the film indicates that the patina has adhered to, and is reacting on the metal.? Additional coats may be applied.? Allow each coat to thoroughly air-dry (24 hours) between coats is recommended. ![]() Use a stiff bristle brush and apply the JAX Green Patina directly to the metal. To be safe, eye protection is always recommended. Wearing gloves is highly recommended as to not introduce oils from your hands to the metal. Regardless of what you use to clean your metal, we recommend using Dawn Dishwashing Liquid as the final step before applying the JAX Green Patina. Your choice of cleaner depends on what you are trying to remove from your metal. JAX manufactures metal cleaners that are optimal for prepping your metal, but there is no one cleaner that will guarantee perfection. To ensure the best results, clean your metal of all lacquer, oil, grease and wax. Prepare and clean the surface to be treated.JAX Green Patina for Brass, Bronze and Copper ![]()
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