{"title":"Paint Recipes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you got a great piece of furniture you are crazy about but don't like the finish on it? Find inspiration in these paint recipes to help your furniture stand out for all of the right reasons.  Once you have your recipe, come in store as we are happy to do a demonstration,  chat through how to achieve a perfect outcome and will help collate all of the items needed.  If you would like even more inspiration why not attend one of our Blue Print for Decorative finishes, paint workshops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-classic-warm-neutral","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Classic Warm \u0026 Neutral","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic Warm \u0026amp; Neutral a great finish for those who are looking for something a little softer, with subtle ageing it's an elegant finish that holds character and a beautiful depth to the paint finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre Burmese Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e120ml Beluga Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Clear Wax \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Dark Wax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint in Burmese with a Staalmeester Series 2020, Pro hybrid size 18\u003cbr\u003ebrush paint in all directions, loading generously then spread the paint out. If a second coat is required apply the second coat by brushing in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry, lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeluga Wax :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix Beluga Premium Chalk Paint and Artisan clear wax together to create your Beluga Wax, brush over your Burmese paint finish in sections then wipe excess with lint free rag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eDark Wax: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003eApply Dark wax only in selected areas to create a warm patina and lightly wipe and blend excess off with lint free rag. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burmese will lighten and soften with Beluga wax, apply a very small amount of your dark wax onto your pure bristle brush (even dabbing some off on a rag) your brush should be almost dry, brush out thinly in selected areas to create patina and lightly dust off with a clean lint free rag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_3.pdf?v=1612241442\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ee by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"79\" height=\"79\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905009103015,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/145514893_10158693885471210_1476749062819783135_n.jpg?v=1777085847"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-coastal-grey-blues","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Coastal Grey Blues","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis paint finish evokes a beautiful fusion of both strength and calm. Soft and moody, we picture this restful paint finish sitting in a little beach shack along the coast. Sitting underneath the beautiful depth of the Carbon Black coloured wax are the soft and moody blues of Stormy Creek and Hokitika Gorge. The combination of these lovely colours would also look great as a textured rustic finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sizes dependant on the project)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStormy Creek Premium Chalk Paint\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHokitika Gorge Premium Chalk Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Black Premium Chalk Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Clear wax \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Dark wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester size 18 brush \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLint-free rags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional: gold or silver gilding wax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint in all directions with your Stormy Creek Chalk Paint using a Staalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18 brush. Loading the paint on your brush generously then spreading out the paint out.\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry if a second coat is required apply the second coat by brushing in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry, lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColoured Waxing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a little bit of Artisan dark wax on your natural bristle brush, in sections, brush in all directions over the top of your Stormy Creek paint finish. Gently wipe off the excess Clear wax with a lint-free rag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHokitika Gorge Coloured wax:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix your Artisan Clear wax and Hokitika Premium Chalk Paint in a 1:1 ratio of strength. Pick up a small amount on your natural bristle brush and apply it in sections in the areas you wish to highlight. Gently wipe off the excess wax with your lint-free rag and continue onto the next section. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Black Coloured wax: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the mixing ratio as stated above to mix your coloured wax. Pick up a small amount on your natural bristle brush, brush out in the corners and details to create shadowing, age and depth, lightly blending out as you go, to create further depth and mood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e as you layer one wax over the other, mix and make the ratio stronger and stronger, the stronger you coloured wax is the smaller the section in which you will apply before wiping back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_2_80dd953b-26f7-42ad-b05c-5f5d743ddf79.png?v=1619060579\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"80\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905167372455,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/176578894_10158879814031210_3602313277215216382_n.jpg?v=1777086092"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-contemporary-metallic","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Contemporary Metallic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere's something chic, contemporary and cool with Artisan Pewter Metallic and can add a nice balance and juxtaposition to those pieces that are a little more classic \u0026amp; vintage. Also a great finish for a more industrial look and not limited to just furniture but also decor, an artisan Pewter finish is so much easier to achieve than it looks we've taken all the work out of it so that creating a Pewter finish with beautiful depth and lustre is as simple as two steps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre Clubhouse Grey Premium Chalk Paint  \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Pewter Metallic Creme \u003cbr\u003eStaalmeester Spalter Brush \u003cbr\u003eOptional: silver gilding wax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint in Clubhouse Grey Premium Chalk Paint with a Staalmeester Series 2020, Pro hybrid size 18  Brush paint in all directions, loading generously then spread the paint out.  If a second coat is required apply  the second coat by brushing in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry, lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Pewter Metallic Creme : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing your spalter brush pick up your Pewter Creme and brush out, every now and then taking pressure off your brush to feather and blend any visible brushstrokes for a more flawless finish\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail \u0026amp; Enhance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(optional) Enhance further by running silver gilding wax along fine edges and bevels \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remember to always base coat with Premium Chalk Paint first. A Staalmeester spalter brush is a great tool and makes working with metallics effortless and is highly recommended for metallic finishes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_2.png?v=1612226511\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905242312871,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/145643130_10158693885706210_3178852683157168280_n.jpg?v=1777086217"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-deep-dark-and-green","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Deep, Dark and Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep Dark \u0026amp; Green. A beautiful rich recipe ideal for those feature pieces. A versatile finish in green that can sit in both classic \u0026amp; contemporary spaces and so simple to do. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre Gretel's Forest Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e120ml Carbon Black Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Clear Wax \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Dark Wax\u003cbr\u003eMetallic Gold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint in Gretel's Forest with a Staalmeester Series 2020, Pro hybrid size 18\u003cbr\u003ebrush paint in all directions, loading generously then spread the paint out. If a second coat is required apply  the second coat by brushing in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry, lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Black Wax :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix Carbon black and clear wax together to create your Carbon Black Wax, Brush over your Gretel's forest paint finish in sections then wipe excess with lint free rag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eDark Wax: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003eApply Dark wax in selected areas to create a warm patina and lightly wipe and blend excess off with lint free rag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail \u0026amp; Enhance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(optional) Enhance further by running gold gilding wax along fine edges and bevels \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gretel's Forest will change and deepen after applying your dark waxes, if it has gone too dark and you have lost the colour, then apply clear wax in areas using your pure bristle brush in circular motions to loosen the dark waxes then wipe firmly with lint free rag to remove dark wax in areas and to bring out the colour again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_2.png?v=1612226511\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905297002663,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175432287_10158879814066210_1101773318891195819_n.jpg?v=1777086300"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-distressed-rustic-in-country-mustard","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Distressed \u0026 Rustic in Country Mustard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bold and rustic  paint finish. With a stunning, warm, old-worldly glow, this highly decorative finish is eye capturing and show-stoppingly beautiful. Create this look with hints of dark green, and accents of red and brown hues, the finishing touches of Classic Gold metallic creme all blended, layered and beautifully shaded, and you will have yourself a Country Mustard masterpiece full of depth age and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sizes dependant on the project)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry Mustard Premium Chalk Paint\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrickyard Premium Chalk Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarling Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Dark wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester size 18 brush \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLint-free rags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional: gold or silver gilding wax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint in all directions with your County Mustard Chalk Paint using a Staalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18 brush. Loading the paint on your brush generously then spreading out the paint out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry if a second coat is required apply the second coat by brushing in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry, lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColoured Waxing and detailing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTake a look at the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theartisancompany.co.nz\/collections\/video-guides\/products\/creative-finish-with-dark-coloured-waxes-over-country-mustard\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eVideo here \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail \u0026amp; Enhance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance with metallic gold gilding wax or metallic creme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_6.png?v=1619060579\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theartisancompany.co.nz\/collections\/video-guides\/products\/creative-finish-with-dark-coloured-waxes-over-country-mustard\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e use clear wax back over the coloured waxes to blend and highlight if you feel your coloured waxes are too strong \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905353101479,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175495312_10158879813981210_7010707972073245879_n.jpg?v=1777086377"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-elegantly-aged-french","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Elegantly Aged \u0026 French","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely aged french style finish with a great balance of being both rustic and elegant. Completed in a beautiful Artisan Neutral \u0026amp; coloured waxes. Recreate the look with our Artisan Recipe which you can download below. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre Imperial Linen Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e1 Stormy Creek, 1 Duck Egg, 1 Tahr Premium Chalk Paint (all in 120ml) \u003cbr\u003eMetallic Gold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint 2 coats of Imperial Linen with a Staalmeester Series 2020, Pro hybrid size 18\u003cbr\u003ebrush paint in all directions, loading generously then spread out. On the second coat brush in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColoured Waxes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your coloured waxes Approx 1:1 Artisan Clear wax with Tahr and brush over using your Staalmeester Pure Bristle brush in large areas then wipe excess with a lint free rag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your following Stormy Creek coloured wax;  this time make it a bit stronger in Chalk Paint approx 1 and a 1\/2 Stormy Creek to 1 wax apply in selected areas only and blend out with Staalmeester Pure Bristle brush lightly wipe off excess with lint free rag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your Duck Egg coloured wax (same strength as above) and brush over in areas using your pure bristle brush and lightly wiping excess off with a lint free rag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlight and Pull Back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteel Wool in selected areas to bring back Imperial Linen allowing coloured waxes to gather and build up around the edges and in between brush strokes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetail and Enhance with Metallic Gold gilding on edges (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDepending on the room you are painting for, swap out Duck Egg for you interior accent colour e.g. if you are doing it for a bedroom with blue cushions, use a blue in the Artisan range as your coloured wax.  Use a metallic to suit this finish will work well with both gold, silver and champagne gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/1_b9a408a8-e7e1-4186-8ec7-328ef0d04dbf.png?v=1607933933\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905414836391,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/1_720x_a89fee42-4f5f-4a54-beb0-92cd8f74b142.png?v=1777086482"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-fresh-light-airy","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Fresh, Light \u0026 Airy","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh, Light \u0026amp; Airy is this beautiful paint finish, going white with depth and character, it's going white but still with holding an elegant softness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImperial Linen Premium Chalk Paint 1 Litre \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea Mist Premium Chalk Paint 120ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotters Clay Premium Chalk Paint 120ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClubhouse Grey Premium Chalk Paint 120ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft Gold Metallic Creme 120ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 3600 Natural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLint-free rags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpread out 1 coat of Imperial Linen Premium Chalk Paint in all directions. With your size 18 brush, make sure you load the paint on generously to achieve good coverage on the first coat. Once dry, if there are any areas that have not been covered, lightly feather the paint over those areas or apply a second coat .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Creme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply the Soft gold metallic creme to any areas you wish to highlight, such as the bevels, edges and details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSea Mist coloured wax: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the Artisan Clear wax and Sea Mist Premium Chalk Paint together in a 1:1 ratio. \u003cspan\u003ePick up a small amount on your natural bristle brush and apply it over your piece in a section. Gently wipe off the excess wax with your lint-free rag and repeat until you have waxed the entire piece. Once you have waxed the entire piece let it settle and move onto your next mixture. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotters Clay coloured wax:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix your Potters Clay coloured wax make it slightly stronger in strength, pick up a small amount on your natural bristle brush, and lightly brush over \"selected\" areas such as corners, carvings and areas you want to create some \"shadowing\" then very gently wipe and blend with your clean lint free rag.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClubhouse Grey coloured wax: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the mixing ratio stated above to create your coloured wax, pick up a small amount on your natural bristle brush, in sections, and lightly brush over the details and corners to create further shadowing and depth, making sure to turn over your lint-free rag to a clean section as you gently wipe away the excess wax.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eLightly buff some triple zero fine grade steel wool over selected areas to highlight the large flat areas and pull back some coloured wax if you are finding the coloured waxes too strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_4_aceedbd0-431b-4bf0-89b6-9958079f0585.png?v=1619060579\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"80\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905472606375,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175863726_10158879814546210_6020018935786442552_n.jpg?v=1777086568"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-luxuriously-textured-rustic","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Luxuriously Textured \u0026 Rustic","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark and Moody, textured and rustic is this recipe, great for creating that feature character piece. A great recipe for those stand-alone pieces like a sideboard, hall table or something you want to add a bit of character and charm too.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre  Carbon Black Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e1 Litre Potters Clay\u003cbr\u003eArtisan Clear Wax \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Dark Wax \u003cbr\u003eMetallic Gold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint 1-2 coats of Potters Clay with a Staalmeester Pure Bristle brush, load generously and vigorously brush the paint in all directions, then as the paint is drying come back and brush over again as you go to create lots of rustic texture and leave to dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater down the Carbon Black by approx 15-20% then lightly brush over the coat of Potters Clay (this doesn't need to be full coverage) A thin layer of Carbon Black is all you need. Leave to dry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightly sand selected areas with 240 grit sandpaper to bring out the underlying texture and Potters Clay. Only gentle pressure is required as there is only a thin layer of Carbon Black. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxes : \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eApply dark wax in sections and wipe with lint free rag. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your coloured wax Approx 1:1 Artisan Clear wax with Carbon Black  and brush over in areas to detail,  darken and shadow.. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetail and Enhance with Metallic Gold gilding on edges (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsure there is a nice layer of Potters Clay before you move onto the Carbon Black. The beauty of this finish is nothing is even and everything is imperfectly perfect so allow yourself to get creative. If at anytime you have sanded too much Carbon Black back, just reapply your diluted Carbon Black over the areas. This will blend back perfectly given the rustic nature of this finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/2_34686791-bb3c-4ef4-913d-081034f25833.png?v=1607934953\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905525854375,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/2_360x_c529ce17-f61d-42ed-8139-75bc88cd3401.png?v=1777086645"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-metallic-elegance","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Metallic Elegance","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning warm metallic finish with  depth, made possible with the Artisan Company Metallic Alchemy range. A modern reflective champagne hue, complemented beautifully by the Old Espresso coloured wax, adding a sophisticated and complex edge, to a soft and beautiful finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sized subject to the type of project)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Espresso Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003eChampagne Gold Metallic Creme \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Clear Wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 1060 Spalter brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 3600 Natural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLint-free rag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetallic Gold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpread out 1 coat of Old Espresso Premium Chalk Paint in all directions, loading the paint on your brush generously. With your size 18 brush, make sure you achieve good coverage on the first coat. Once dry, if there are any areas that have not been covered, lightly feather the paint over those areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Creme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing your Spalter brush, pick up your Champagne Gold Creme and brush out, every now and then taking the pressure off your brush to feather and blend any visible brushstrokes for a more flawless finish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your Old Espresso Premium Chalk paint and Artisan Clear wax together in a 1:1 ratio, in sections, apply the coloured wax in the corners and details you would like to add subtle age and depth. Lightly wipe and blend away the excess wax with a lint-free rag. This will allow the coloured wax to sit only in the dips, brush strokes and crevices of your metallic paint finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(optional) Enhance further by running gold gilding wax along fine edges and bevels with your finger.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSpalter brushes are designed to work in with our Metallic Alchemy range and are available in different sizes to allow you to create beautiful, flawless metallic finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_1.png?v=1619060579\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"80\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905668264103,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175679775_10158879813941210_2696954255012195960_n.jpg?v=1777086887"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-metallic-french-elegance","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Metallic French Elegance","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful metallic finish with a complex look and depth made easy with The Artisan Metallic Alchemy range, creating a sophisticated metallic finish with depth, interest and character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you will need \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Litre Imperial Linen Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003e1 Finley metallic gold glaze, 1 Luna Lustre metallic glaze \u003cbr\u003eArtisan Dark Wax\u003cbr\u003eMetallic Gold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint 2 coats of Imperial Linen with a Staalmeester Series 2020, Pro hybrid size 18\u003cbr\u003ebrush paint in all directions, loading generously then spread the paint out. On the second coat brush in all directions in areas that need filling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry lightly sand any unnatural textures ensuring you allow the brush strokes and subtle texture to remain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Glazes : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuna Lustre :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrush on your Luna Lustre Glaze over your Imperial Linen, remember that the more you pick up on your brush the more \"playtime\" you will have. Brush the glaze backwards and forwards over Imperial Linen with your Spalter brush until covered\/ even. At this point is should provide a beautiful shimmer over your project. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinley Gold Glaze:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrush over your Finley Gold glaze backwards and forwards to give it some air time, do this in sections (eg: an entire drawer) then lightly rag with a lint free rag which will make it dry almost instantly. By ragging you will be able to see the luna Lustre through the Finley gold. Steel wool if you want to see more of the Luna Lustre or if you want to enhance the texture before it completely sets.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail \u0026amp; Enhance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you would like to provide some age to the look, apply dark wax in corners and areas where you would like a patina and lightly wipe and blend with a lint free rag. This will stain both metallic glazes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(optional) Enhance further by running gold gilding wax along fine edges and bevels. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e The more glaze you pick up on your brush the more \"play time\" you will have. The less you pick up the less \"playtime\" therefore pick up an amount on your brush that is suitable for the section you are doing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpalter brushes are designed to work in with our metallic glazes and are available in different sizes to allow you to create beautiful flawless metallic looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a more refined look solid metallic look, leave out the steel wool process, as this will provide a slightly worn metallic look as well as enhance the subtle texture on the piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021.png?v=1612224657\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"80\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905869230247,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/TACPaintRecipe2021_360x_63940671-1b9c-4b13-9baa-563455e2d9ca.png?v=1777087266"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-sleek-contemporary-metallic","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Sleek Contemporary Metallic","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great paint recipe for those looking to create a luxe modern contemporary look. The Metallic Creme is highly reflective creating a beautiful pewter finish paired with Carbon Black making it sleek, chic and completely bespoke. The drawers have been painted in Carbon Black with Clear Wax whilst the frames and handles in the Artisan Metallic Creme.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sized subject to the type of project)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCarbon Black Premium Chalk Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePewter Metallic Creme \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Clear wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 1060 Spalter brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 3600 Natural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint and feather 1 coat of Carbon Black Premium Chalk Paint in all directions. With your size 18 brush, make sure you load the paint on generously, then spread, take the pressure of your paint brush and feather and flatten the brush strokes while wet. Apply 1-2 coats until you achieve full coverage. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce dry lightly sand any unnatural textures using 240 grit sandpaper until you are happy with the level of texture on it, note: when you sand Carbon Black it will scuff to light grey colour, this will disappear once you apply your wax. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn sections with your Staalmeester natural bristle brush, apply the Artisan Clear wax brushing in all directions, lightly wipe away the excess wax with a lint-free rag as you go. Ensuring you only wax the areas that will remain black, don't wax the areas in which you plan to highlight in Pewter as the metallic creme will need to be applied straight onto the raw (unwaxed) premium chalk paint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Creme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing your Spalter brush, pick up your Pewter Metallic Creme and brush out on your chosen areas (over the carbon black) where you would like to enhance it with Pewter, as your applying take the pressure off your brush to feather and blend any visible brushstrokes for a more flawless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce dry, apply your second coat of Pewter Metallic Creme to your selected areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSpalter brushes are designed to work in with our Metallic Alchemy range and are available in different sizes to allow you to create beautiful, flawless metallic finishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can also apply this method to any handles or hardware you want to update. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_5.png?v=1619060579\" title=\"Sleek Contemporary Metallic\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_5.png?v=1619060579\" title=\"Sleek Contemporary Metallic\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_5.png?v=1619060579\" title=\"Sleek Contemporary Metallic\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ee by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"79\" width=\"79\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905929326759,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175533691_10158879813836210_9176824893455201712_n.jpg?v=1777087360"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-soft-classic-grey","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - Soft Classic Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis soft tonal grey paint recipe is a great one to head for if you are after a soft restful neutral, easy to fit into the home and also a great recipe for bedroom furniture.  a little coloured wax on this creates a beautiful depth on the greys adding character and interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sized subject to the type of project)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCarbon Black Premium Chalk Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePewter Metallic Creme \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Clear wax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaalmeester Series 2020 Pro hybrid size 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 1060 Spalter brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries 3600 Natural bristle brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose selected areas on your piece to paint in Parisian Grey and areas where you want to paint in Rivers Peak to create a two tone finish, load generously and brush out, using your staalmeester pro hybrid brush and your staalmeester angled brush for precision where the two greys meet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix your Crisp White coloured wax and brush out in sections, then lightly feather, blend and wipe excess wax off with a clean lint free rag. Repeat until you have covered the entire piece. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing a slightly stronger coloured wax in Clubhouse grey, brush onto your selected areas and wipe \/ blend back with a clean lint free rag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eUse triple 0 fine steelwool to blend coloured waxes or apply a little clear wax to remove \/blend coloured waxes and highlight. Tone on Tone works well on pieces like a bedside , drawers or sideboard where you do the body\/ frame in one tone and the drawers in another...\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/TAC_Paint_Recipe_2021_6_00c335b1-718c-40d8-bf0b-fe1ef361865d.png?v=1619060579\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload The Artisan Recipe by clicking here \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"80\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/7386\/2769\/files\/Zpt8n_480x480.jpg?v=1607934082\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48905980805287,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/Softandgrey.png?v=1777087458"},{"product_id":"artisan-paint-recipe-a-rich-deep-blue","title":"Artisan Paint Recipe - A Rich Deep Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to revive your furniture or decor and create a striking, rich and deep paint finish, then this is the perfect paint recipe for you... Obsidian Blue with Carbon Black wax will create a lovely rich dark deep blue, a great alternative for those who want something dark but not quite black. The Carbon black wax can, of course, be adjusted and you can finish at any depth you like, whether it be more blue or black to create the perfect deep rich piece for your space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need: (sizes dependant on the project)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObsidian Blue Premium Chalk Paint \u003cbr\u003eCarbon Black Premium Chalk Paint\u003cbr\u003eArtisan Clear Wax \u003cbr\u003eStaalmeester size 18 brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLint-free rags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriple zero fine grade steel wool (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold gilding wax (optional) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint 1-2 coats of Obsidian Blue Premium Chalk Paint with a Staalmeester Series 2020 brush, load a good amount of paint on the brush and spread, brush and feather in all directions to create subtle texture.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightly sand with 240 grit sandpaper over any areas to remove any unnatural textures, taking care to not sand and remove all the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxes : \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMix together your Artisan Clear wax and Carbon Black Premium Chalk paint, to create your desired level of coloured wax strength. Apply the Carbon Black wax in large sections and gently wipe away the excess wax with a lint-free rag. To highlight apply  clear wax over selected areas and firmly wipe to pull back the black wax, creating a highlight of the Obsidian Blue underneath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn selected areas, using your finger, highlight and frame the details and bevels of your piece with Artisan Gold gilding wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemember while waxing with Carbon Black, to achieve an even finish, keep turning your lint-free rag over to a flat clean surface. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Artisan Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906037002407,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2271\/0695\/files\/175638930_10158879814106210_3634302412290719529_n.jpg?v=1777087552"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.furniturepaint.co.nz\/collections\/paint-recipes.oembed","provider":"Rock Me Revamp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}