The wax-on/wax-off method is all you need to bring those babies from shiny brass (bottom) to antique brass. It turned out beautifully! In my bedroom I have three windows. If you are struggling to find your ideal light fixture, while staying on budget, consider the option of spray painting a light fixture. Oh I love this. Ah-mazing job! I let the R&B dry a bit, then buffed off a little. I have all kinds of tips, tricks, and lots of photos to make your project the best it can be. WOW they really look like brass which is a hard finish to replicate. Does look classy! Iâve done our cabinet hinges and screws, and Iâve done the light fixtures in the kitchen, and a curtain rod, switchplates, towel holders, door hinges⦠Wow Susie!! A little goes a long way so use it very sparingly. You have created a unique and beautiful look with these rods. Give an outdated brass bed a new look with a fresh coat of paint. Spray paint adheres fine to metal, but the thinned-out black paint doesn’t spread properly; instead it just sits in little spots on the surface. Theyâre both such fun to paint! You can paint your brass models easily, however, properly preparing the model to be painted is a time consuming process. You nailed that finish! The window on the left has the factory-finished antique brass rings, and the one on the right has my R&B-over-black rings. Save. Antique brass effect paint. To give old cabinets a new look, you'll have to deal with the hardware by installing new knobs and handles or giving the existing pieces a makeover. I wasn’t about to go out and buy new clip rings when I seriously have probably 50 that I could use, with a little color change. But I agree with you! When I saw your pics, I would have been that person to stop at the first pic and think it was great. For metal you can probably guess my trick – I’ll share that at the end. If you want a greener color, mix a tsp of salt with the vinegar. freaking. Just put some clear wax into a bowl and then mix a little bit of paint in until you get the color you want. Wow you did a great job, that drapery hardware looks fantastic. I like brass. You just made my day! Spray your item with the gold spray paint (in a well ventilated area, wearing your safety mask) and allow to dry. I recently learned how to age brassâ¦you know the bright shiny yellow brass and turn it into aged brass in 5 minutes. Kelly, LOL….Kelly! Save. Next week is one more DIY post and the reveal is Nov 16. I am like you with how expensive the drapery hardware can be. Add ⦠Now, I have spray painted oil-rubbed bronze finish on metal with the best of DIY-ers. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; If I use this paint and your method at some point I will definitely let you know. LOL.. #timeforcoffee XOXO. Apply a small amount of both colors (about a tablespoon of each depending on the size of the piece) to your plate. And yes, please let me know if you use the technique. Hereâs the set up. Today I am showing you how to update dated brass hardware, I am updating my doorknobs from brass to oil rubbed bronze. Guess it’s ok in this case because they look like fixed panels so the rings and rod won’t get too much tractions. drapery hardware is SO expensive! Perfect for hardware, light fixtures, home decor accents, and more! XO. I favor the gold finish over silver or bronze. Iâm a sucker for brass and copper. Or something else? I think I am just going to paint my rod and finials white... walls will be light blue and curtain panels will be white, along with my sort of cafe style shades? Welcome to The Chelsea Project, a DIY blog about using lots of color to create a comfortable and vibrant living space. This technique works great on wood and plastic. I will tell you that if Fusion paint is allowed to fully cure (30 days), it has a self-sealing rock hard finish. amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; There is also a product in the Fusion line called Tough Coat that is used for sealing the painted surface against excess moisture. Thanks girl. Grab your household baking soda. Thanks for sharing the info! (Laundry room update in progress) And we now have ourselves a light fixture hack that looks trendy and cool, for a budget price of about $50.00. wow that looks amazing … now how durable is the paint finish? Love them, and love how much money you saved. Since then I have sprayed a lot of metal items, usually satin black. Mix one part salt into three parts vinegar and apply to the brass with a paintbrush. Remove sanding grit with a tack cloth. It tones down the gold a bit. These curtain rods look amazing! Discover the best options for how to tarnish brass using supplies like vinegar, ammonia, and paint. Cynthia. Save. It is quite easy to antique a piece of newer wood furniture and make it look distressed by using paint and stain. How To Antique Painted Wood Furniture Step 1. Too much coverage with the Gold Leaf R&B on the black ring made it scream GOLD!! Hi Tim and thanks. Hey Marie and thanks so much. Start by spraying the black paint. OMG, that is so. ha….thank you so much for the tips! After a thin coat of the black paint, spray a thin coat of the brass paint. It’s a wax-on/wax-off kind of thing. The acidity causes the brass to rapidly oxidize, the process that tarnishes brass over time. It is GREAT for hardware on a piece of furniture, or door hinges, but on knobs that you will touch frequently, the wax will wear off over time. Right? Antique spray paint can give the appearance of a timely patina in just one coat. Wow! Hey Susanne and thanks a million! In a cup, thin out acrylic paint with water to create a glaze. Great job! Hey Morgan and thanks so much… I hope it does or it’s off to the swanky stores and the poor house for me. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; Then rinse it off thoroughly. Paint Brass Lamps Painting a brass lamp can give a new look to an old favorite. I don’t have any experience with how the rings and rods hold up with use, but I was thinking about creating a test rod. Select a paint color that will enhance your bedroom decor and fixtures. Appreciate you weighing in. I gave these black PB sconces in my dining room a touch of antique brassiness with a little R&B, too. #tarnish #brass #antique #aged Come on over and have a peek in real life. I'm catching up and cracking up as I read this...wish I would have read it about a month ago! Besides, the rest comes from artistic license and vision. Plain white or a primary color can be roughed up with fine-grit sandpaper to give it a weathered look. I love love love that paint can make anything looks classy and expensive. I had enough antique brass clip rings for two windows, and a million. lol.... long story on that part. To make the patina even darker, heat the treated brass with a ⦠Hi Colette and thanks. We used Citristrip, a mild stripper, because its thick consistency makes it easy to apply and its orange color makes it easy to spot on the brass. They look fabulous Susie – pinned to my paint tips board. Love it so much. LOL. One more note about brassy doorknobs and cabinet hardware: I have found that R&B is NOT a great choice for toning down doorknobs and cabinet pulls/knobs that are going to be touched on a regular basis. Thanks so much, Tammy! Yes, more people want help than volunteer it, so some questions go unanswered for a while. Below, this ring on the left is factory-finished in antique brass. Hey Sweet Friend! Thank you!! }); Copyright © 2020 Shine Your Light | Bamboo on Trellis Framework by Mediavine. Oh Jeanie! Seriously – read my tutorial – if I can do it, you can do it. See the difference with the black paint? After 1 to 2 hours, wipe the stripper off the brass with a damp rag, rinsing where possible. These days, brass objects are coated with lacquer to prevent the brass from tarnishing. Paint is awesome. Reactive Metals: Antique Patina for Copper and Brass This is hands-down the best and fastest patina solution for copper and brass. Top the primer with a coat of paint in your chosen color and allow to dry. You know, that’s a great point. I don’t know why layering paint is my jam, but I can’t seem to just “paint” it on. It is so gracious of the hosts to do this. I need therapy. I am in awe over here because when I first saw the picture, I assumed you bought these already finished in that beautiful antique brass look. formId: '5f172a5c626753002668fe4e', Rub the finish with your rag to remove or add more until you get the desired affect. Such an incredible transformation!! People don't seem to like brass much these days, so I'll keep painting it until it comes back, as everything does eventually. containerEl: '#fd-form-5f172a5c626753002668fe4e' Painting can cover an unsightly spot, or help to blend in an older lamp into new décor. I may have to do an experiment with some other hardware and get back to you. **If you have any projects involving Rub n Buff, link them up to my R&B Anthology by clicking this button!**. Looking forward to seeing the finished room. You continued to keep going and every pic just got better and better…..to the point that YES I AM AMAZED NOW!! I’d be thrilled to know if it was helpful to you. link to product info on Amazon] will work, Terri. Leave overnight, then rinse thoroughly before drying with a soft cloth. 3. Thanks so much for working this out for me. I was very sad, cause I did NOT want to use styrofoam for my finials or tennis balls (too fuzzy and did NOT want to cover with fabric either. Posted on March 20, 2013January 15, 2019 By: Author Lisa. Step 2 Wipe Off Stripper Photo by Lisa Shin. That is definitely the trick and I think you got it. I know brass is on trend right now though to me it has always been desirable. ;) Your rods and clips look GREAT, and good tips on the R&B! Happy brass antiquing and happy day ahead, my friends! You'll see furniture refinished, home decor refreshed, and the power in power tools unleashed. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "chelseaprojec-20"; XOXO. Find out how to remove lacquer from brass before cleaning and aging brass. amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; Paint works wonders! The trick to making wood look realistically weathered is to not overdo it. I had the same problem trying to "age" some gold. window.fd('form', { ......I'm Susie. Thank you EVER so much for the ping pong ball idea. Today I’ll show you how to create that antique brass finish using paint. I love the look of the antique brass and can’t wait to see the rest of your room! Using a paintbrush, paint the vinegar solution on the brass door knobs and other pieces, and let them sit for a few hours. How to Paint Brass Beds. I had a brass/glass coffee and end table to sell, it sat forever, so a friend suggested painting it, so I spray painted it bronze, and it sold in a week. The room is starting to take shape and I love what I am seeing!!! amzn_assoc_search_bar = "true"; I love the fact it has a slight texture too, from the brush strokes. Metal spray paint that is evenly sprayed on the shiny surface of ⦠Tip: Applying paint with a paint brush creates peaks and valleys that will be more visible when you apply the stain, resulting in a more accurate antique look. Using a rag, wipe the glaze on your item. I am so glad you posted this. It looks amazing and no one would know it’s humble beginnings! Hi June and thanks so much. Thanks a million! Transform any surface into oxidized old brass. 2003. Just wondering if it would chip or flake? Thanks a million! They look incredible!! , […] How to Paint Faux Antique Brass Hardware – Fall 2017 ORC Week 5 […]. If I have metal items that are not already brass or black, which should I start with? Yesterday I shared with you my DIY ping pong ball-finial curtain rods (try saying that three times fast). Now antiquing gold on metal. I really felt like sewing the rings on was the way to go, but I always wonder! It really helps to hear your thoughts. Your attention to detail is inspiring and you are truly an artist my friend…those drapes are wonderful and look very classy!! !, so I toned it down to the desired antique brass look by allowing a bit of the black to peek through. Just one more week until we get het to see the entire room, Hi Toni! Great job!!! LOL…. If you donât have that, you can mix brown paint (acrylic or chalk paint) into clear wax to make your own dark wax! Pinned:). Use a slightly damp sea sponge and lightly dip it into the bronze paint or paints. Love it! 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