How to Make Whitewash From Latex Paint

Whitewash is more of a thin glaze than a paint. You used to have to make it using lime and salt. These days, however, latex paint works just as well. Whitewash does not have to actually be white -- it can be any color you choose. Before you apply your whitewash, clean the surface of the item you will be painting. Then, dip a paint brush into the whitewash and paint it onto the object in an up and down motion. Wait approximately 24 hours between coats.

Things You'll Need

• Measuring cup
• 5-gallon bucket
• Wooden mixing stick
• Glazing medium

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Pour approximately one cup of latex paint into a clean five-gallon bucket.

   • 2

     Pour eight to nine cups of water into the bucket with the paint. Stir the mixture with a wooden mixing stick. Use less water to achieve a darker whitewash and more water to achieve a lighter whitewash.

   • 3

     Pour two 32-ounce bottles of glazing medium into the five-gallon bucket. Stir in with the mixing stick.