How to age a frame with gold paint. Painting and decorative finishing of picture frames

Painting a picture frame is a rather unusual, but interesting process. In this article I will share some tricks and secrets. We will talk about finishing a self-made baguette or finishing an old one (read about how to make a baguette for a frame with your own hands).

Decorative finishing of the baguette can be done by painting or covering the profile with foil.

To paint the baguette, you can use bronze or silver paint. If you treat it not with ready-made paint, but with bronze powder, then you can do this: first paint the baguette with alkyd varnish or paint of the desired color, and then (while the layer is sticky) spray bronze powder. The bronze particles will evenly settle on the baguette and “stick” to the sticky layer of varnish. This method will give the baguette a spectacular golden look. However, such a paint layer is short-lived. Even when touched with your fingers, the “goldenness” fades. Therefore, it would be safer to additionally coat the dried layer of bronze paint with varnish. But in this case, the varnish will reduce the “golden effect”.

In addition to applying bronze powder, the baguette can be painted directly with ready-made bronze paint. You can make this paint yourself from bronze powder. To do this, you can mix bronze powder either in alkyd varnish, or drying oil, or even in ordinary sunflower oil. If it is varnish, then it needs to be slightly diluted with a solvent. The thinner the varnish, the greater the “goldenness” of the paint, but in this case its strength will be less.

In addition to regular painting, you can create the effect of old bronze. To do this, the baguette is first painted in a dark color: black-brown, brown-green, etc. The paint should be matte. Next, bronze paint is sprayed from a spray can as if “gliding” over the surface. All the “tubercles” of the protruding elements of the relief ornament will be golden, and the indentations will be dark. As a result, we get the effect of old, polished metal.

To imitate valuable types of wood, the baguette is first primed or painted with white, matte paint. Then, the coloring pigment of the desired color is diluted in the varnish (the paint should be translucent). As a rule, it is dark brown with some tint. Next, this paint is applied with a hard bristle brush (even an old and poorly washed one). Coarse hair seems to “scratch” the dark, translucent layer of paint, through which the white base of the baguette will unevenly shine through. The pattern of the wood texture will depend on how you hold and direct the brush. In this way, a wide variety of designs can be conveyed.

When covering a baguette with foil, it is first treated with glue or varnish. While the varnish is sticky, apply the foil to the baguette and press it with a sponge so that it follows the surface relief and fits tightly to the baguette. After gluing the foil, the metal surface can be tinted with translucent paint. If the foil is not golden, but white (aluminum), then it can be given a warm shade of bronze by tinting it with grated lead of colored pencils. The lead is ground to a powder and then rubbed in with a hard brush or rag.

In addition to the methods described above for decorating a baguette yourself, you can come up with a lot of others. By experimenting and improvising, each artist can come up with his own techniques and achieve interesting results in this creative process.

Do you know that in the endless sea of ​​accessories, a photo frame plays a very important role? After all, it not only frames cherished memories, but is also an attractive decorative element.
Decorate a ladies table in shabby chic style or add a touch of romance to the bedroom, or maybe the kids can make a bright frame with their own hands with funny images and figures?

Today, continuing to replenish my piggy bank with author’s master classes, I have prepared decoupage of photo frames for you. In it you will find a step-by-step description of the execution technique and perhaps create your photo frame in a style that is closer to you and your interior. Here we go.

Materials and tools.

Here's what we'll need in our work:

1. frame (preferably wooden)
2. putty
3. stencils
4. primer Sonnet (black)
5. acrylic lacquer
6. white chalk paint (these are gypsum-based paints)
7. PVA glue
8. napkins for decoupage
9. bitumen varnish
10. brushes, sponges, cloths.

Frame blanks can be bought at the Ikea store. We are preparing it for decoration; to do this, we remove the glass and cardboard and put it aside so as not to get it dirty.

Screening.

My idea is to create slightly worn patterns with black paint showing through the wear and with delicate rose flowers in the corner. Let's see what happens, but for now we apply putty through a stencil. I use Parade acrylic finishing putty (it is very finely grained and sands well), and if you don’t have one, you can replace it with putty from any other company or use an artistic texture paste.

I apply putty to one side and let it dry slightly so as not to spoil it when I apply it to the other side of the frame.

My stencil has an adhesive backing and is very convenient to work with. If everything is ready, let the patterns dry well for an hour or more. After drying, lightly sandpaper to remove small particles that are not attached to the surface. Of course, they will all come off later anyway, but it is better to do this before painting with primer.

Primer.

Cover with black primer and dry.

After the primer, I applied acrylic varnish, this will probably seem a little strange to you, but without varnish, the primer easily came off when creating scuffs, along with the paint that I washed off. If you have enough time, you can do without additional varnishing and let the primer dry thoroughly, or better yet, leave it overnight.

Chalk paint.

Now we are working with chalk paint. But I want to note that to create delicate scuffs, it is not necessary to use chalk paint. This effect can be achieved with artistic paints. You can read how to do this at this link.

I have this decorative white aging paint Shabby Provence from Borma Wachs.

I tint it a little by adding a drop of vanilla art paint. The white color takes on a warmer, milky hue.

I apply it with a brush to the entire frame.

Let it dry and arm yourself with a damp cloth. We rub those areas where these very traces of time will be, i.e. abrasions.

I’m going through the ends, the stencil patterns, and I ended up with this, not yet completed, “shabi chic” frame, but I already like it.

Decoupage

For decoupage, I chose these roses on a white background, which I printed on my printer.

If you do not have such a napkin with a white background, then you will need to cut out the image from any other napkin clearly along the contour.

Glue it to the corner of the frame. I use ordinary construction PVA glue from Lakra. So far it has never failed, the main thing is that it doesn’t turn the napkin yellow.

Using a soft brush, we begin gluing from the middle of the napkin.

If folds form, as happens with beginning decoupage artists, do not be discouraged. When the napkin has completely dried on the surface, the folds can be sanded with sandpaper No. 600-800.

I wanted to add more drawing to this side. Let it be.

The picture seemed very bright and saturated to me, so I lightly painted the dried, sanded napkin with transparent white paint.

The paint will become transparent if you add a little water to it.

Well, the colors have become more muted and now we can fix our beauty with varnish.

I coated it with Dulux celko acrylic matte varnish.

Patination

You can get it dirty with bitumen varnish, as in this case. We take bitumen varnish onto a small piece of sponge, beat the sponge on a sheet of paper so that just a little bit of varnish remains. Otherwise, the varnish will apply a very rich brown color, and we only need to darken the frame slightly. We apply it as shown in the photo.

Bituminous varnish takes a little longer to dry than acrylic varnish; it will still remain sticky for about an hour.

If you overdo it, you can remove the excess from the surface with white spirit.

Brags

And voila, the frame is ready!

Another master class on decorating antique frames is coming very soon, stay tuned for the news.

And these are shots of what the girls and I once did at one of the events at the Bereginya school of handicrafts.

What kind of frames did you get? Good luck in your creativity, new ideas and inspiration! Thank you for stopping by, see you again.

If you bought a ready-made unpainted baguette for a picture, then you can paint it yourself, using paint of the shade that suits you, as well as bronze and silver. You can use bronze powder; in this case, first coat the baguette with alkyd-based varnish or paint of a suitable color, and then apply bronze powder to the sticky varnish. This coating allows you to create a spectacular, golden or bronze appearance of the picture frame, but it is short-lived, so you additionally need to cover the powder with a layer of varnish.

Bronze paint, which is sold ready-made, is often used to paint picture frames. It can also be prepared from bronze powder and drying oil or varnish.

Achieve the effect of aged bronze You can if you first paint the baguette a dark color with matte paint. Next, the bronze paint needs to be sprayed using sliding movements over the surface. All the protrusions on the baguette will be golden, but the depressions will remain dark. This way we will get the effect of an old frame from which the gilding has peeled off.

Modern paints and technologies make it possible to imitate the texture of wood. To do this, you need to cover the baguette with white paint (a layer of primer), then dilute the coloring pigment in the varnish to the intensity that you require. Apply the resulting paint using a brush with stiff bristles, which will scratch the paint layer and the white base will be visible. To apply paint in this way, you need certain skills, since the pattern of the wood will depend on how the brush lies in your hand and what movements you apply the paint. With the right level of skill, you can independently create drawings of different wood textures.

There is another original way painting: cover the baguette with foil. To begin with, the picture frame needs to be coated with varnish or glue, while this layer is sticky, apply foil or gold leaf, press with a sponge so that it clearly follows the relief of the baguette. The resulting metal surface can be tinted using translucent paint. If you choose white foil, you can give it a warm tint by using grated lead from colored pencils. The slate powder should be rubbed in with a hard brush or a rag.

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We take a regular frame, the material is pine.

Tools: hammer, nail to imitate bark beetle, pliers, sandpaper, brush, Gedeo Ageing Patina, vinegar tincture on rusty metal. You can also use a metal brush or a mini-drill with different attachments, but I’ll write about that next time.

I made a tincture from apple cider vinegar and a bunch of rusty keys. You can take nails, screws, etc. But you need to experiment with color first; different metals and wood to which the patina will be applied give different shades. You also need to take into account the exposure time; if you do not hold it for long, it will turn out to be a light shade; if you hold it too long, it may go rotten and you will end up with dirt. I stood it for about a day.

The first stage is simply applying the patina; as it dries, the wood will darken.

Then we make an imitation of the bark beetle and apply the patina in several layers to the desired shade.

I used Gedeo Ageing Patina to blacken the veins and corners, then sand it and finish the frame to the desired look. Actually pAtina Gedeo Ageing is very similar to bitumen varnish, I think it’s not worth paying 300-400 rubles (I don’t remember exactly how much I bought it for) for such cases, if you can replace it with bitumen varnish for 50 rubles.

Instructions

Photo. Choose what your soul and heart tells you. The success of the gift largely depends on the image that will be in the frame.

Select a frame. Before anything else, buy a frame you like. Pay maximum attention to its size, the material from which it is made, relief, etc. It should be noted that wood gives it a special elegance, while plastic looks more simple.

Choose a drawing. If it is just some color, then you need to skip this point; if you plan to make a drawing, then first draw it on a piece of paper. Cut the paper to the size of the purchased frame and make sketches.

Choose a color. Start from the photo. The color of the frame should highlight it. At the same time, do not use too bright colors, because the frame should fit into the room.

Buy paint and primer. Frames can be coated with different types: from paints with colored shades to natural wood. Each one looks different, and it’s up to you to decide which one to choose. You can also buy and use silver and gold plating. This will additionally make the gift unique. If you want to use acrylic paint, then pay attention: if you want it to shine, buy glossy, if, on the contrary, you don’t want this, buy matte.

Primer. This item is only relevant for a wooden frame. Using a brush or roller, prime the frame and give it a couple of hours to dry. After priming, the paint will adhere well and not be absorbed into the wood.

Coloring. Attach the drawn drawing (if any) and transfer it with a pencil to the frame. Next, paint in the chosen colors. Give it time to dry.

note

You can't select a frame. You can make it yourself. This will allow you to make it exactly the way you want.

Antique objects are usually associated with something expensive, noble, beautiful and refined. Antique items in specialized stores sell for a lot of money, and finding something worthwhile at flea markets takes a lot of time. But you can make unique items with a touch of antiquity yourself. For example, a picture frame covered with a light patina will become a real work of art.

You will need

• acrylic primer;
• gray, blue, green, white and gold acrylic paints;
• rice paper or napkin;
• red brass;
• glue for tombak;
• brush;
• stain;
• umber;
• liquid wax

Instructions

Wipe the frame well to remove dust and dirt. If it's a wooden frame, prime it with acrylic primer. A polymer or plastic frame can be painted immediately. Take light gray acrylic paint and paint the frame with one coat. Wait for the layer to dry.

Take untreated rice paper (the kind of paper used for decoupage on glass, you can find it in an art store), this is a structural material that absorbs moisture very well. Make a small swab. You can also take a napkin, but it should not leave fibers on the frame. Using a swab, apply gold paint to the frame over the gray layer.

Prepare the glaze - in a small jar, make a mixture of blue, green and white acrylic paints. It's better to start with white and pour colored ones into it. Mix, but not completely, to get a heterogeneous color of several independent shades. Use a pad to coat the frame with icing. Before it dries, erase it in several places so that the gilding shows through. The first gray layer will take on a patina hue.

Instead of acrylic paint, you can use special gilding, for example, tombac “pod”, sold in the form of sheets. It looks very impressive, gives the impression of real gilding, but is cheaper. First, it is better to cover the frame with colored paint of any shade, you can take both dark and light. Paint the curly areas of the frame well. Apply special glue for tombac to ensure adhesion of the metal to the surface. Let the glue dry a little, but it should still be sticky. Place a sheet of tombak, removing the backing. Using a small brush, smooth it out and press it into the surface of the frame. Sweep away any remaining flakes that do not stick to the frame with a clean brush. Then rub natural umber into the frame profile using a piece of fabric, thus achieving an antique effect.

You can have a frame without gilding; to do this, cover it with stain, making a test stroke on the reverse side. If the color is too dark, dilute with water. Dry the frame and rub it with sandpaper in several places. Cover the surface with white water-based paint, and while it is still wet, wipe with a soft cloth. If you like the result, dry the frame and cover it with liquid wax.

Sources:

• Gilding of the frame

Old antique things have a special charm and charm, but not everyone has “grandmother’s” furniture, and real “antique” is very expensive. There is a fairly simple way out of this situation - you need to artificially age your furniture. It won’t take much time and effort, and buying the materials you’ll need for the job won’t put a big dent in your wallet.

You will need

• - emery cloth;
• - soil;
• - acrylic paint;
• - candle;
• - varnish for craquelure;
• - metal brush.

Instructions

Things made of ceramics, brass, glass and forged metal are well suited for aging. Add an antique look to wood furniture. Take the item, clean it of dust and sand off the paint and varnish. It is better to take a coarse sandpaper; you can work with it faster. Wipe off any debris from the surface and clean the work area to prevent old paint particles from sticking to the new layers.

Cover the item with primer; a mixture of PVA glue and white acrylic enamel will do. Let the surface dry. Then coat the piece of furniture with brown acrylic paint. Apply two layers of this product. Leave it overnight to dry thoroughly.

Rub paraffin or wax on all edges and corners of the product. Choose the color of your future “antique” furniture. Pale pink or ivory looks good. Create your own color by mixing white paint with color. A few drops added to the jar will be enough.

The brown base should be completely hidden under layers of new paint; these layers can be from two to four. Don't forget to dry each layer well.

Take 800 grit sandpaper. Sand the areas that you rubbed with the candle. The base paint will wear off and reveal the brown. Rub it carefully so that there are no burrs. For greater authenticity, work unevenly, rub harder in some places, and in other places make only a hint of wear.

Use a soft brush to remove dust from the surface. If you want to further decorate the furniture, cut out floral patterns from napkins and stick them on the chosen place. After this, coat the entire product with matte varnish. This technique is called shabby chic.

Try aging furniture using brushing. Brush the surface with a wire brush; it will remove soft wood fibers and highlight its texture. Apply a layer of paint, its color should be dark. Without waiting for the product to dry, rub it deep into the pores and cracks of the wood. The entire structure of the wood will be clearly visible. You can use finishing varnish with different effects - metallic, pearlescent.

Items aged using the crackle technique look impressive. Apply new paint to the furniture, and after a few minutes apply a crack-creating agent (craquelure). This can be a two-component varnish or paint. When working with them, follow the instructions strictly, since there is no single recommendation for different products.

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