Faux Finishes

Faux finishes for decorative painting to create realistic effects of rust, iron and other surfaces. Learn how to create realistic rust finishes and buy the faux finish painting supplies you need from top paint brands like Amaco and Sophisticated Finishes.

Amaco Rub 'n Buff Metallic Finishes		Baroque Art Gilders Paste		Blackened Bronze		Blonde Bronze
Price: $4 - $5		Price: $16		Price: $17		Price: $26
Brand: Amaco		Brand: Baroque Art		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes
Use Amaco Rub 'n Buff Metallic Finishes for decorating or antiquing wood, plaster, pottery, metal, leather, or gessoed surfaces.		Let the glowing metallic or vivid jewel-like tones of these innovative, decorative, non-tarnishing pastes transform picture frames, furniture, metalwork, artwork, molding, ceramics, textiles, or almost any clean, dry surface.		This liquid of pure ground bronze produces a dark brown surface.		A liquid of pure ground bronze.
Cobalt Blue		Copper Topper		Gilded Gold		Instant Iron & Instant Rust
Price: $10		Price: $130		Price: $89 - $167		Price: $73
Brand: Sophisticated Finishes		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes
This solution with aluminum particles produces a metallic blue finish.		A liquid solution with pure ground copper.		A bright gold-colored solution with ground metal particles.		Apply a distinctive and authentic rust finish to anything by first applying Instant Iron solution, and then using Instant Rust solution.
Instant Iron & Instant Rust		Liver Of Sulphur		Metallic Surfacer Solutions		Patina Black Tinting Solution
Price: $68		Price: $4		Price: $10		Price: $10
				Brand: Sophisticated Finishes		Brand: Sophisticated Finishes
Apply a distinctive and authentic rust finish to anything by first applying Instant Iron solution, and then using Instant Rust solution.		A chemical for antiquing copper and silver only.		Use these solutions alone as a finish coat or as a base for treating with any patina solution.		Used to create subtle, darkened antique effects.

Create a Realistic Rust Patina in Minutes
If you’re looking to create the authentic look of rust, then Instant Rust and Instant Iron can help you achieve your goal. The following tips will help to create a real rust finish on any paintable surface. Keep in mind that you should begin with a clean surface that is ready for paint. If you are looking to add a rust patina faux finish to porous or unprimed objects, use a clear sealer or primer beforehand. To begin creating your faux finish:

• Shake the bottle of Instant Iron vigorously. This will ensure that the metal particles in the faux finish Instant Iron are completely and evenly distributed. Use a disposable brush to apply the solution of Instant Iron. Allow the solution to dry and then apply another coat. Allow the second coat to dry until the tone that you reach with your faux finish is dark enough for your tastes. For a light orange faux finish of rust, allow to dry for thirty seconds or so. For a deep red faux rust finish, you may need to allow up to 24 hours of drying time.
• Next, apply Instant Rust. Again, use a disposable brush. Within minutes of application, you will begin to see patches of rust. Rust will develop fully within a couple of hours. If you wish to see a deeper finish, then reapply the Instant Rust formula again.
• If desired, you can add a light coat of sealer to protect your new faux finish. Keep in mind, however, that adding a sealant may change the color or texture of your newly rusted object.
• Stand back and enjoy the antiqued look of your project! Creating faux finishes using Instant Iron and Instant Rust is fun and simple!