The dramatic appearance of crackle takes on the characteristics of aged metal patina because each unique application produces random splitting and blistering that result in interesting multilayer depth. Sophisticated. Bold. Adventurous. Great for a fireplace surround or a powder room.

Time Required

For an average room with 400sq. ft. of wall space, it will take you approximately 12 total hours over 3 to 4 days.

Supplies

Items needed for a 400 sq.-ft. wall area:

• Faux Impressions™ sample board
• One roll of 2" low-tack/safe-release tape
• Assorted drop cloths and rags
• Paint tray
• 9" roller frame
• Two 9" Contractor Series® premium roller cover (3„8" nap)
• 9" Contractor Series® 1/2 nap microfiber roller covers
• Nylon/polyester brush
• 6 1/4" roller frame
• Two 6" Contractor Series® premium roller covers (3/8" nap)
• 6" Contractor Series® microfiber roller cover (1/2" nap)
• Two large sea sponges
• Symphony by Purdy™ sea sponge glazing mitt
• Latex gloves
• Two gallons of Duration Home® Interior Latex Matte paint (base coat color)
• One gallon of Faux Impressions® Metallic
• Three quarts of Faux Impressions® Crackle
• Three quarts of Minwax® Polycrylic® Waterborne Polyurethane Gloss
• One quart of Faux Impressions® Latex Glaze
• One quart of Duration Home® Interior Latex Matte paint (glaze color)

• XIM Latex Extender (optional)

How-To Video

Watch how to do the Artisan Crackle technique

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Artisan Crackle Brochure

Step by step instructions and photography

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Technical Bulletin

Detailed how-to information for this and related techniques.

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Get This Look:

Fractured Gold SWF 402
(other color options available - see store for details & color cards)

Step 1
Duration Home® Matte Paint Base Coat - 2 coats
Relic Bronze SW 6132

Step 2
Metallic Glaze
Relic Bronze Metallic SWF 340

Step 3
Crackle Coat

Step 4
Minwax® Polycrylic® Clear Gloss

Step 5
Glaze Topcoat 1:1 Ratio with Paint
Black Bean SW 6006