Dating back to ancient Egyptian times, this stunning technique emerged from combining copper and bronze, showcasing the skill of artisans from ages past. Today, it's making a stylish comeback, gracing surfaces from kitchen hardware to sconces with its unique charm. Uncover the beauty of a verdigris finish with Amy!

Products Used

• One Step Paint
• Glazed Over (Glazing Liquid)
• Chocolate Pearl Mica Powder
• Riviera Blue Mica Powder
• Brushes
• Gloves
• Lint-Free Rag
• Steel Wool

Step 1: Prepare Your Surface

Start by cleaning your surface thoroughly to ensure you're starting with clean slate for painting. Wearing gloves is recommended to protect your hands during the process.

Step 2: Apply One Step Paint

Use Amy Howard at Home's high-quality One Step Paint, which adheres very well to metal surfaces without the need for priming. One Step Paint provides excellent coverage and creates a beautiful matte finish, perfect for achieving the desired verdigris finish!

Step 3: Mix Glazing Liquid with Pigment Powders

Next, prepare your glazing liquid by mixing it with Pigment and Mica Powders of your choice. This creates a custom metallic paint that will give your hardware a unique and eye-catching look.

Step 4: Apply Metallic Paint

Mix your preferred Mica or Pigment Powder with the glazing liquid to create a metallic paint in your desired hue. We mixed Chocolate Pearl Mica Powder with our glazing liquid to create a bronze-colored paint. Remember to stir well until the mixture reaches the desired consistency, ensuring it's thick enough for easy application.

Step 5: Add Texture and Dimension

After applying the metallic paint, use a clean brush or rag to dab and blend the pigment into the wet glaze. This technique creates texture and depth, mimicking the natural oxidation process of copper, which helps us achieve that authentic verdigris look we love so much! 

Step 6: Introduce Verdigris Color

Step 7: Final Steps

Allow your hardware to dry completely, allowing the colors to settle and intensify. Once dry, you can further enhance the finish pouring on and gently pouncing in the Riviera Blue Mica Powder directly onto the surface of your piece. Then, gently buff it with steel wool to reveal hints of the base coat, which will help add dimension and character. You can also adjust the color intensity by adding touches of Venetian Brown and Noir Pigment Powders!

Verdigris Inspiration