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Want
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Antiquing |
There are 2
methods of achieving an antique look on concrete products.
In either case, a base coat of paint is required. Using white* latex
house paint, preferably sprayed on, paint the top and sides of the item
completely. Allow the base coat to dry thoroughly - 4 to 12 hours
minimum.Next, apply a second
coat (sprayed on) in contrasting color to the base coat. This second
coat should be thinned slightly. Have a bucket of clear, tepid water and
several clean rags. A sponge is also useful. Using damp rags and rinsing
them frequently, proceed to wipe the still fresh paint from the piece.
The more you wipe off, the more the base coat will show. The top coat
will stay in the finer details and create the antiqued effect. Let dry
for 24 hours.
The second option is dry brushing. This
is done by using a dry paintbrush. Touch the tips of the bristles in the
contrasting second color. Brush off any excess paint on cardboard and
then proceed to brush lightly over your base-coated product. This will
leave contrasting color only on the high points of the product causing
the detail to show dramatically. This may be done with one or more
contrasting colors.
Dry brushing a highlight color such as
gold or silver over the dried stain coat will give a metallic look.
* You may substitute colors of your own
choice for the base coat and the second coat. |
Decorative Stones
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PAINTING
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| Apply a base
coat the same as for antiquing.
Once dry, apply a latex stain by rubbing color from a rag dipped in the
stain into different areas on the item.
Or using an air brush, paint the item
with a variety of colors.
Or, using tube acrylic artist paints
apply a variety of colors. These paints may be purchased at most art or
craft stores, Wal-Mart or K-mart. Keep in mind these are powerful paints
and will go a long way. You will also need an assortment of three to
five brushes for large areas down to intricate detail. Remember the
picture is already there - you just add the color. |
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Should I seal my
concrete? |
| Sealer is
optional on unpainted products. It does, however give the concrete a
more finished appearance. Painted products for exterior use should be
sealed unless the paints you use do not require sealer. This will give
greater life to the paint and produce a richer appearance in the
finished piece. A clear concrete sealer is recommended. Do not seal the
bottom of any product as breathing space is needed. |
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In this picture, the
planter on the left is plain concrete.
The planter on the right has been sealed. It's slightly darker and
shinier. |
| BODE'S Precast,
Inc. makes no warranties, expressed or implied, concerning the
suitability or fitness of the antiquing or painting procedures. It is
the responsibility of the customer to determine that the product is safe
and technically suitable for the intended use. |
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