Wax patina

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A wood painting technique: wax patina

Here we are going to show you how to create a patina effects using wax.

NB: Wax-based patina should not be used on surfaces in a humid room.
Supplies
Tools
  • 1 stainless steel pan
  • 1 grater
  • 1 knife
  • 1 mixing utensil
  • 1 measuring jug
  • 1 brush, cloth or sponge
  • Beeswax paste, for medium oak, or 1 white candle.
Materials
  • 1 liter (0.26 gallons) of water
  • 100g (3.5 ounces) of beeswax
  • 60g (2.1 ounces) of potassium carbonate or tartar salt
  • 60g (2.1 ounces) of Marseille soap
  • Pigments for a colored patina
Directions

1st step: making the patina

  • Heat some water in the pan.
  • Dice the wax and grate the soap.
  • Once the water is hot, but not boiling, add the wax and soap whilst constantly stirring. In the end, you must obtain a smooth texture.
  • Add the tartar salt.
  • Let it completely cool.
  • In order to obtain a supple and colored wax, add some solvent or some clear oil to the pigments.
  • Add pigments relative to the desired color intensity.

2nd step : applying the patina

  • Apply the patina with a brush, cloth or sponge. This can be done in one or more layers depending on how intense you want the color to be. Be sure not to let it drip!
Video

Going further

Available languages Wax patina Wachspatina auf Holz Patine à la cire
 
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