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VINTAGE EFFECT WASH™

SEMI-TRANSPARENT,
LAYERING ACRYLIC

Vintage Effect Wash™

Use over raw or finished surfaces to achieve a light and washed-out look. Nordic design trends are inspiring this semi-transparent, pickling wash on everything from furniture to home decor items. Its transparency gives makers complete control over the color intensity and amount of weathering, and it doesn’t hide the natural wood grain.

  • Look of weathered stain, control of paint
  • No sealer required
  • Semi-transparent
  • Water-based
  • Non-toxic
  • Soap and water clean-up
Weathered Tray Using Vintage Effect Wash Play Video
Weathered Tray Using Vintage Effect Wash

Colors Available

Vintage Effect Wash™ paint comes in 20 semi-transparent colors for home decor use.

Black
Black
White
White
Beige
Beige
Pink
Pink
Berry
Berry
Red
Red
Red Orange
Red Orange
Orange
Orange
Light Green
Light Green
Patina
Patina
Hunter Green
Hunter Green
Turquoise
Turquoise
Blue
Blue
Light Purple
Light Purple
Lavender
Lavender
Tan
Tan
Brown
Brown
Grey
Grey

METALLIC COLORS

Metallic paint made to add some subtle shine to home decor projects.

Gold (Metallic)
Gold (Metallic)
Silver (Metallic)
Silver (Metallic)

How To Use Vintage Effect Wash

Shake well. To create your desired faux finish, apply with a brush, sponge, or rag over raw or previously painted surfaces. Remove excess or layer paint until desired finish is achieved. Two coat coverage on approximately 42 sq. ft. Lightfast. Self-sealing. Water-based. Permanent. Soap and water clean up.

Tips for Vintage Effect Wash

When applying to a porous surface like raw wood or a piece painted with Chalky Finish, have a wet, clean cloth ready to immediately wipe it back. Alternatively, use Drying Time Extender™ mixed into the Vintage Effect Wash.

For added protection for outdoor use, seal with Ultra-Matte Varnish.

Lightly sand slick surfaces or apply Multi-Purpose Sealer Sealer to give it some tooth.

Follow the wood grain for best results.

Drybrush using a chip brush and then wipe it back with a cloth to achieve a nice, weathered effect. Sand lightly for a more weathered finish.

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