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Antiquing Furniture & Peeling Paint

Peeling paint can be a disaster in some situations, depending on when and why the paint is peeling. A peeling paint effect can be intentionally created, however, to give furniture and other items that vintage, antique look that usually only comes with time and age. Antiques are timeless pieces that never go out of style, but an antique look can be achieved with a new piece of furniture. As antiques continue to remain popular, it is possible to add to an antique collection by creatively imitating aging on even the most modern pieces using a peeling paint technique.

Things You'll Need

  • Paint stripper
  • Paintbrush
  • Medium grit sand paper
  • Fine-grit sandpaper
  • Candle wax
  • Petroleum jelly
  • Crackle paint
  • Clean tack cloths
  • Sealer or glaze
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove existing paint using paint stripper and medium-grit sandpaper. Brush on the paint stripper and wipe off using a clean cloth. After the bare wood is exposed, rough the surface using medium-grit sandpaper to create “teeth” for the paint to adhere to. Remove all dust and particles from your piece using a clean tack cloth.

    • 2

      Rub candle wax or petroleum jelly in areas where normal wear and tear would occur. Corners, edges, around handles and areas that would be bumped are most common. Peeling in these areas will give your piece a realistic aged look.

    • 3

      Paint your piece with crackle paint. Crackle paint is a two-part process requiring a base coat and topcoat. Paint the piece with the base coat of paint. Paint over areas where you rubbed wax or Vaseline.

    • 4

      Apply the top coat of the crackle paint process after the base coat has dried. Ensure you follow the directions according to your brand of crackle paint. Allow to dry.

    • 5

      Rub the surface of your new, dry crackle paint using a clean tack cloth. In the areas where the petroleum jelly or wax was applied, your paint should peel off exposing the surface. It may be necessary to rub with pressure on areas where wax was used.

    • 6

      Apply a sealer or glaze to seal the paint and wood, and allow it to dry completely.

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