How Can I Make Paint Look Weathered With Wood Glue?

Create a weathered appearance quickly with wood glue.

Whether you are painting an interior or exterior project, a weathered appearance is often desired. Some individuals shy away from this challenge as they think it is a difficult project that will take an extensive amount of time and cost hundreds of dollars. But with an inexpensive bottle of wood glue, you can create a weathered surface in a short time.

Things You'll Need

• Damp rag
• Painter's tape
• Primer
• One gallon latex paint
• 32-ounce bottle of wood glue
• Measuring cup
• Paint stir stick
• Paint tray
• Paint roller
• Paintbrush

Instructions

1. Clean the surface you intend to paint using a damp rag. Remove any dust or dirt buildup on the surface in order to achieve a more natural appearance.

2. Tape around joining walls or objects using painter's tape. This will create an outline for the area you want to paint and eliminate paint from touching other surfaces.

3. Roll primer over the entire surface using a paint roller. For corners or hard to reach areas, using a paintbrush is your best option. Allow primer to sit for one hour before continuing.

4. Mix a gallon of latex paint with 16 ounces of wood glue. Use a measuring cup to measure the amount of wood glue needed. If you desire a more weathered appearance, pour 32 ounces of wood glue into the gallon of paint. Stir rapidly with a paint stir stick.

5. Pour paint and glue mixture into a paint tray and apply to the area using a paint roller. Apply paint quickly to avoid the glue drying prematurely. Use a brush for hard to reach areas. Allow area to dry for two hours and apply a second coat.

6. Remove painter's tape when the paint is dry. The paint will appear lifted and uneven in some areas and will create a gradually aged appearance as time goes on.

References

• "The Paint Effects Bible: 100 Recipes for Faux Finishes"; Kerry Skinner; 2003