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        Create an Aged Valance Using a Crackle Technique

        DIY Experts explain how to create an aged valance using a crackle technique.

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        create aged valance using crackle technique
        • Time

          Under Half Day

        • Price Range

          $1 - $50

        • Difficulty

          Easy to Moderate

        Highlights:

        Step 1: Apply the Base Coat and Crackle Glaze

        Apply a base coat of paint and allow to dry completely, using Spanish Sand KM 231 latex eggshell finish paint

        Next, paint on a thick layer of Porcelain crackle glaze. Once it dries, small cracks will appear.

        apply base coat and crackle glaze

        Step 2: Apply the Top Coat with a Cloth

        Rub paint in the cracks with a cloth. Next, use a sponge to wipe away the excess paint.

        rub paint in cracks with cloth

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