Metallizing
Technique
Before Starting this technique, mask
woodwork, floors, ceiling and corners.
Applying McCloskey Special Effects
Base Coat is as simple as applying any
latex wall paint. Follow label
directions to ensure the best results.
Begin by cutting in corners and edges
with a high-quality nylon-bristle
brush. Paint large areas with a
high-quality short, 3/8” nap roller
cover. Finish each area by rolling
full length from ceiling to floor to
eliminate lap marks. Allow to dry for
a minimum of 4 hours, or overnight.
Step Two: Reapply tape, if necessary.
Using a premium-quality nylon brush or
a roller with 3/8”nap, apply an even
coat of Metallic Glaze in Gold,
Silver, Copper or Bronze. Apply glaze
in a 4 to 6 foot square area, using
natural breaks such as doors, windows
and corners as stopping points. Step
Three: While the glaze is still wet,
take a wallpaper smoothing brush and
sweep it over the surface in large
overlapping arcs. Glimpses of the base
coat will show through, creating the
glowing, lustrous look of brushed
metals. Remove tape and allow to dry
overnight. IF a richer look is
desired, add a second coat after the
first dried, using the same technique.
Step Four (Optional): If a burnished
effect is desired, use a clean
cheesecloth to hand rub on a coat of Asphalt
Aging Glaze.
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