Faux Azul Copper Table Top Tutorial
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This was great fun. More of an experiment in how messing I can get. After researching many pictures of copper patina. I came up with the theory that there was so many differences in copper that I couldn't possibly go wrong. So here goes. No fear and the start on my new year. It's all about the fun .
"Let's get started". Always wanted to say that. !! He he I watch too many DIY videos. This is what you'll need . Copper , gold, rust coloured spray paint and a clear sealer. PLUS. Gold Rub n buff.. Three different turquoise or green DIY chalk paints. Only a very little need. Sponge, brushes and plastic bags .
After a lite sanding. I spray painted this Queen Anne style coffee table with the copper paint.
Once that was dry. I sprayed patches of gold paint but immediately removed the gold with a crumpled up plastic bag. This leaves a fantastic mottled look.
After the spray paint was dry. I sponged on the turquoise in random patterns starting with the light, medium and the darkest colour last. Leaving to dry over night.
The next day I added a little bit of even darker blue scrubbing and blending in small spots. And some teeny sprays of the rust colour.
Amber Love the little hiding spot.
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Any primer really I like Zinsser you can get at HD or Lowes it's a good bonding primer...hopes this helps....
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that's even better thank you for the tip
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Do you think this would work on countertops as long as it's sealed
Well? Beth Anderson, Albuquerque, NM
I’m looking at the second step and like that look. It looks almost brownish/gold But is hard to tell with the lighting. Can you describe the color better please? Thank you. Sharon
does this technique work on laminate counter tops with acrylic sealer at the end?