Dust of Ages

Apply One Step Paint™ or Toscana Milk Paint™ and allow it to fully dry.

Apply the Wax of your choice to protect the finish and create a surface for the dust to cling to.

While the wax is slightly tacky, brush Dust of Ages over the entire piece—letting it fall naturally into cracks, carvings, and recessed areas.

After the wax sets, gently buff back the dust using a brush or soft cloth to reveal beautifully aged dimension.

The remaining dust enhances carvings, texture, and character for a timeworn finish that looks centuries old.

Dust of Ages is a fine antiquing powder that settles into cracks, carvings, and textured areas to replicate the natural dust buildup found on aged furniture. It instantly adds depth, patina, and authentic, timeworn character to painted surfaces.

Apply it over wax while the wax is still tacky. Brush Dust of Ages across carvings and recesses, then buff away the excess. It will remain beautifully settled in the details.

For best—and most authentic—results, yes. Wax creates tack, allowing Dust of Ages to settle naturally into low points and details, just like real aging.

Yes! It works beautifully over One Step Paint™, Toscana Milk Paint™, and most chalk-style or mineral paints.

Furniture, frames, moldings, cabinets, legs, trim, raised details, and decorative accents—anywhere texture or carvings exist.

No, it softens and highlights details without altering your paint color. You choose how dramatic the effect is by buffing or layering more.

If you used wax as your base, the finish is typically sealed enough.

For extra durability on high-touch surfaces like cabinets, buff with additional wax or add a layer of Matte Sealer after the patina cures.

Absolutely! This is one of the simplest ways to achieve a professional antique patina—even if it’s your first refinishing project.

This means the wax was still wet, not tacky. Allow wax to come to a lightly sticky feel before adding Dust of Ages to avoid color transformation.

Yes. If you're sensitive to airborne powders, consider wearing a dust mask or applying it outdoors.