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Question -- I have decided to repaint my (outdoor) concrete fountain, which has been a light
color of pink and is quite stained by leaves. What would be the best way to get an antiqued look? I thought I'd start with a bronze or tan and then use another
color to rub on and off to fill the creases. What color choices would you pick? I'd like to finish with a gloss.
Answer
-- Why not choose a copper verdigris finish for your fountain? It will look very authentic, just like a copper vessel that has been naturally aged, and stains and dirt will be far less noticeable. You can buy verdigris kits at the craft store, or you can create your own. Begin with two coats of copper or bronze paint for your base and let this dry. You will need two shades of either aqua or turquoise paint. Mix each with equal parts glazing liquid. Brush on the darker-colored glaze first in random patches, making sure the
color goes into any crevices. Next brush on the lighter blue glaze sparingly. Spray or dab water over the entire surface; let it eat through the drying paints. With a rag, dab over the surface, removing most of the blue glazes and leaving the excess behind in the indentations. The copper base coat should be prevalent. When you are happy with the illusion, let the finish dry overnight, then apply two coats of gloss varnish for sheen.
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