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Cheryl Phan

Categories: DIY, Faux Finishing, Furniture, Home DecorPublished On: January 10, 2021

If you like the aged look and want to know how to use a simple glazing technique to transform your furniture, you’re going to want to read this blog.

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Here are the simple steps:

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The first thing you want to do is clean it. Once it’s clean spray it with a primer. I like to do this so the paint will stick better.

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Next, spray it with Protective enamel paint. I like using Rust-Oleum.
It’s best to use a satin or gloss finish. I used a shell white color for my base.

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Next, I mixed glaze and umber tint to create my glaze. It goes a long way so only make a little at a time. I didn’t measure this, but the rule of thumb is to mix 4 parts glaze to one part paint. I used a Benjamin Moore glaze, but any glaze will work. If you’re using tint (like I did here) just add a few drops at a time.

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When I’m working on furniture pieces with spindles I like to use this brush.
Apply the glaze in small sections at a time.

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Then simply wipe it off with a clean rag. I like using old t-shirts. I would also suggest wearing gloves.

One other thing I forgot to mention in the video is, I also sprayed the pieces with a clear coat to give them extra protection. Here’s the clear coat that I used.

Watch the Glazing Technique video:

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I hope you enjoyed this glazing technique tutorial and found some inspiration. If you want to learn how to start making money with your hobby get the details HERE.

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See Ya on the inside!

Blessings
Cheryl

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