Overview

Create a statement with Craig and Rose Artisan Copper Effect paint and bring the look of brushed bruised or polished copper into your project. Different finishes can be created by applying the copper effect paint with different methods or for a weathered look apply the Artisan Copper Patina Solution on top. Suitable for a range of surfaces including walls, furniture, ornaments, trim and ceilings the real copper particles in this paint give you a lustrous metallic finish.

Perfect for both interior and exterior creative projects it will give your home a contemporary edge.

• Lustrous metallic finish
• Weathered look - when applied with Artisan Copper Patina Solution
• brushed, bruised or polished copper finish
• Ideal for feature walls

Preparation

For best results always ensure the surface you will be applying Craig & Rose Copper Effect Paint to are thoroughly prepared.

• Fill any cracks or holes in the surface using a suitable filler such as a and sand to a smooth surface.
• Lightly abrade surfaces previously painted with silk, satin or glossy paints.
• Pare or porous surfaces will require sealing with .

Application

We recommend performing a practice of the copper effect paint to ensure you are happy with the finished results, try it out on a piece of cardboard or another matt surface.

• Ensure to mask off any surrounding surfaces with a good-quality masking tape.
• Use a high-quality synthetic brush to apply the copper effect paint to the edges of the wall.
• Apply the first full coat with a medium pile roller in light even pressured strokes, taking the roller as close to the edge as possible.
• Allow to dry for 12 hours and apply the second coat with the roller.
• Whilst the paint is still wet drag a brush across the surface in the required pattern, ensuring to overlap all the brush marks for an even finish.
• The paint will be surface dry in 2-4 hours.
• In exterior conditions due to the copper elements in the paint it will weather naturally.

Copper Patina Effect

• The Patina solution must be applied after 45 -75 minutes of the final coat of paint, do not leave the paint to fully dry.
• Apply 2 coats of Artisan Copper Patina by brush or with a muslin cloth, working in a random pattern.
• To increase the intensity of the green effect add another coat.
• The effect will begin to show within hours and will continue to develop for 12 hours.
• Recoat time is 4 hours.
• Do not apply a clear sealer as this may remove or damage the effect.
• Always ensure to cover all surfaces as this product may stain.

Aftercare & Storage