Product Recipe

Verdigris

Verdigris is the natural patina formed when copper, brass or bronze is weathered and exposed to air or seawater over a period of time.

Faux Effects® Products:

SetCoat® – Metallic Bronze or Metallic Copper
Verdigris Colors™ – Dark Green, Blue Green, Light Green

Tools & Supplies:

Roller
Mixing Sticks
Terry Cloth or Cheese Cloth
Mixing Cups
Chip Brushes

Step 1: Apply 2 coats of Metallic Bronze or Metallic Copper SetCoat® over a clean, dry surface. Let the first coat dry a minimum of 4 hours before applying the second coat. Let the second coat dry 24 hours.

Step 2. In separate containers, thin the Dark Green and Blue/Green Aqua Verdigris™ colors with 30% to 40% water. Thin the Light Green color with 50% water.

Step 3. With a brush, sponge or cheesecloth, randomly apply the Dark Green color to the work surface.

Step 4.Immediately apply the Blue/Green color in a similar random manner, using different brushes.

Step 5. While both colors are still wet, lightly spatter the work surface with water to produce a running, washy effect. Do not overload the surface with water.

Step 6. Cheesecloth or terrycloth may be used at this point to rub or blot any high areas to mottle or vary the surface, allowing more of the basecoat color to show through. On flat work pieces, try to avoid a solid striped effect. On textured/sculptural surfaces, allow the colors to collect in any hollows or cavities.

Step 7. Let the two darker Aqua Verdigris™ colors dry thoroughly.

Step 8. With a fresh applicator, wash the Light Green color over the entire work surface. While this layer is still wet, randomly wash water over areas of the finish. Lightly blot high areas or sections where the color concentration may be too intense.

Step 9. Let the entire finish dry. The finish will chalk and lose sheen as it dries. This is normal and desirable.

Step 10. Aqua Verdigris™ colors may be topcoated when used in outdoor applications or water/wet interior environments. Apply one coat of AquaGard™ and follow with a stronger topcoat when dry.

Finish Courtesy of: Faux Effects International, Inc.

2700 Industrial Ave. Two

Fort Pierce, FL

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