I am having a problem recreating the unique finish that Haywood Wakefield used. I need to mix a semi opaque oil based toner. I have experimented with artists colors mixed with oil glaze. I got the right shade, but it takes forever to dry. Any suggestions?
Thanks
RC
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nag,
You can thin the oil color with naptha to start with. It's also possible you applied a "fat" glaze, one that is high in proportion of color to thinner. You may also have to "feather"out that type of glaze a little more.
Artist colors do take a bit longer to dry. If it's sat for a couple of days and is still a little tacky, I've found that an application of thin shellac, as a washcoat, will help it set up.
Once the surface is isolated, you can give it another coat. When dry give it a light sanding and topcoat as you wish. Be sure to use de waxed shellac (Sealcoat) for the washcoat.
Good luck.
Peter
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