How to Hang Glaze for Wood

Glazing is not only easy and beautiful but is one of the most forgiving steps in wood finishing. Effects such as aged wood or the look of certain wood grains can be created using glazes. A hanging glaze refers to adding color to the overall finish of the wood with a glaze that is medium or heavy bodied. The glaze hangs in the crevices and moldings without dripping or wiping out too easily. Hanging glazes are generally used to create a more dramatic look by adding color to the corners, molding, crevices and overall finish of the wood.

Can of oil- or water-based paint
Can of oil- or water-based glaze
Cheesecloth or 2 rags
Paint brush
Disposable mixing bowl
Disposable mixing stick

Instructions

- 1
  Clean the item you want to glaze. If the item, such as a cabinet door, has been freshly painted, you may skip this step. You should seal or paint the item before beginning glazing.
- 2
  Pour one part glaze to one part paint in the disposable mixing bowl. If you want a thicker glaze or darker look use two or three parts paint to one part glaze. If you want a thinner or lighter glaze use two or three parts glaze to one part paint. Mix well. The glaze may appear milky but will dry to a translucent look.
- 3
  Dip the rag or cloth into the glaze and begin applying the glaze to a small area of the wood. Rub the glaze into the crevices, moldings and over the corners. The hanging glaze will accent these areas with a contrasting look.
- 4
  Wipe off the excess glaze using cheesecloth or rags. It is best to work quickly.
- 5
  Feather the glaze out from within the moldings and crevices with a brush in an appropriate size.
- 6
  Repeat steps 3 through 5 until you have glazed the entire item.
- 7
  Allow the glaze to dry completely. Typically this will take about eight hours.
- 8
  Seal the dry piece with a semi-gloss or high gloss varnish for a longer-lasting surface.

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