How Do You Do A Crackle Paint Finish?
Crackle finishing your walls or furniture is a beautiful and inexpensive way to add a “shabby chic” look to your home. While the finish looks complicated, it’s actually quite easy to achieve—if you use the proper tools and technique. Determine what surface you’ll be painting. If the surface is a wall, fill any holes with spackle. If you will be finishing a piece of wood furniture, fill any gouges or holes in the wood with wood filler. Let dry for 24 hours and sand smooth. Prepare for painting. Mask off any areas that will not be receiving the crackle finish. On walls, mask off around door jambs and trim as well. On furniture, mask off around any hardware or designs. Lay a drop cloth down on the floor to prevent paint splatters. Prime your surface. Using the bristle paint brush, cut in around any masked areas. Finish off larger areas of wall with the roller. Apply your crackle medium or glue using the foam brush. Work quickly, using short strokes to cover the entire surface. A thinner
