Make Metal Siding Look Old

Well i mean age galvanized metal that is.

Make metal siding look old.

Tarnish verdigris and patina are all different ways that make metal and other materials look old. Don t worry about being too thorough at this point. Spray the metal and allow it to sit outside for a few days to add to the aged look. Spray paint is ideal for making metal look old because.

In some cases the oxidization process takes years in others months. Clorox clinging bleach gel toilet cleaner i tried about 5 brands this worked best and regular old baking soda. The spray can be controlled to be heavier in one area while creating a light dusting of color on another area to depict the aging process. But you can get this process in only a few hours.

I believe it s a safer way to age metal than harsh chemicals. This is what the steel wool is good for. Hammer any sharp metal edges on the project some galvanized metal pieces can be quite sharp then file or sand them smooth. Since we are trying to do the opposite and speed up the aging process we want to weaken the protective coating as much as possible.

You can also use the left over treated water but make sure you add plenty of water so you don t burn your plants. As for chemicals you only need two things. With a couple of common household products and a couple of tools you can get all aged up in minutes. I wish i could show you a picture.

I had to rescrub and retreat the buckets to make it all look old. To help with this there is a protective coating on the metal to prevent aging. Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle then mix in some salt 2 tablespoons per cup should be more than enough.