Faux Finishing - old painted finish

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jjmsam
03-22-09, 11:39 AM
I'm trying to create a old painted finish look on a piece of furniture. I want it to look like layers of paint that have been put on over the years. Is there a process or medium that will give me that look without having to put on multiple layers of paint. Is there something out there that I could brush on that would give me that rough textured look ?....thanks for your help, Jim

Bigg_Billy
03-30-09, 07:53 AM
Depending on your skills and use of various tools, you can mix some joint compound with some latex primer and brush or trowl on a thick coat. While it is wet, you can experiment with different mottled effects to get what you want. Then perhaps paint, and apply a glaze to suit. Maybe a crackle finish?

Bill
jjmsam
03-31-09, 01:05 PM
Thanks Bill for your reply.....I tried out your suggestion and it worked quite well. I just have to play around with different techniques to get the right look. Thanks again....Jim

Bigg_Billy
04-06-09, 01:03 PM
Glad it worked out, you never know when you're going to "invent" something.