Follow along to see how the above brass lamp base makeover happened. If you read my previous lamp makeover with blue patina post you will have an idea how I achieved green patina.
I purchased 2 solid brass lamp bases at the thrift store; they are solid and well made but the brass is starting to tarnish in a few spots and just not "current". I then purchased new lampshades in a neutral warm white.
Clean the lamps well to ensure good paint adhesion then apply a coat of primer. Wait half and hour and apply another coat.
Leave to dry well, I left overnight.
The next step is the copper layer, this is not copper colored paint but rather actual copper finish.
Wait half and hour again and apply a second coat of copper and while still wet spray with the green patina activator and watch what takes place.
A pretty green verdigris appears before your eyes creating one of a kind pieces
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I've always loved this patina, and you sure nailed how to do it! These lamp bases are incredible! SO much cooler than the brass they use to be!
ReplyDeleteThank you Donna, I agree about the unique look rather than the brass :)
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