How to Paint Wood Burle Shelves
Learn how to transform plain white shelves into dark faux-knotted shelves, using an artist brush and toothpick.
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Step 1: Apply a Base Coat
Apply a base coat, then allow to dry.
Step 2: Mix and Apply the Glaze
- Add three parts glaze to one part latex paint to create a topcoat glaze.
- Next, apply a topcoat glaze over the base coat.
- Pull a dry brush through the wet glaze to give a wood grain look.
Step 3: Paint Knot-Like Circles in the Glaze
Finally, use a toothpick and an artist's brush to paint half circles that look like wood knots.
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