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verdigris finish?

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Hi there Everyone,
Verdigris type of finish - That is a finish that looks like aged copper.

The question is: How do I get it? Is there something - a paint - that will give me that kind of look with one coat? I have tried the two part paint (copper paint with the copper sulfate over it, but have not had good luck. I have seen a number of bowls that have that mottled blue/green color. That is what I am trying to get. Anybody willing to share?
Thanks.
Hugh
 
Hugh I do it with several paints and a sponge. Look in some of the Faux finishing books and you can probably find the colors. I would have to go to the shop and see if I still have those paints. I may not that was quite a few years ago. Basically you paint it one color and then you use the sponge and other colors to simulate the look of aged copper.
 
Another possibility is a product called Rub n Buff. It's a wax, with embedded metal particles in a variety of colors to mimic polished metal. I used it many years ago to imitate polished aluminum on a plaster shape. Google is your friend, and I see they even have one called "Patina," which is essentially the appearance of aged copper. FWIW, they assert "a finish no paint can duplicate." You'll probably have to manipulate (& experiment) a little to get the mottling.
 
OK - thanks you two. I have checked the internet and did not like the answer - therefore the question here. I will do some experiments with samples and find out what I get. I have this old(er) age A.D.D. thing going and seem to move on to a new project before I get results with the one I am working on. Need to work on that and take it to the end. I just keep coming back to the original question every so often so I really do need to finish it.
Thanks.
Hugh
 
Here's a link. There's a lot of places that sell this type stuff. It's metal powder in solution then patina chemicals are used. This will get you started, and you can search some more, or buy this-it's all pretty much the same. You can buy it at Michael's if you have one of those close.

I have a bunch of this stuff, but I'll have to go to the shop to see where i bought it.

John
http://www.arizonagourds.com/PatinaPaints.html

UPDATE:
I see Dick beat me to it. Modern Masters has a good line of stuff. Here's a link to where I bought it.http://www.epaintstore.com/Metal-Effects-Modern-Masters-Paints-Acid-Blocking-Primer-Reactive-Metallic-Finish-Patina-Aging-Solutions-Activators-Permacoat-Patina-Sealer-MasterClear-Matte/
 
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This can also be done with metal leaf. David Marks teaches classes on this, and he also has put together a kit with how to instructions. Verdigris is just one of the effects that can be done. A company by the name of Art Chemicals is his source. If you search "patina" on his site, many items will come up. Check out the beautiful vase on his home page with multiple patination techniques.

http://www.djmarks.com/stories/djm/metal_patinations_52322.asp
 
Thanks for all the answers Everyone,
I tried the 2 part finish and had minor luck. I was looking for an easier way. Should have known better. I will try again with more patience. I have also tried the copper leaf - again with minor success. I need to do both more and hopefully get better at the application.

Thanks for all the info Everyone.
See ya.
Hugh: 😀😀😀
 
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