How to Create Special Effects on Wood

To complete this wood care task, you will need the following products:

• Special Effects Wax
• Verdigris or Black Patinating
• Brush
• Cotton Cloth
• White Polish

What are special effects waxes? 
Libéron Verdigris Wax is a multi-purpose coloured wax for creating striking effects on all types of material such as metal, wood and plaster. It gives green hues of oxidised copper and brass and can be worked into moulding bronzes, papier mâché, alabaster and carvings. It can also be applied as a wax finish to bare or coloured wood.

Libéron Black Patinating Wax creates striking effects and is ideal for ageing modern furniture and disguising repairs to old and new furniture. It can also be used for adding a coloured finish or highlighting areas on finished pieces such as carvings.

How do I use it?
Work a small amount of Verdigris or Black Patinating Wax into mouldings or where required using a brush or cloth. Allow to dry for two to three minutes before removing as much or as little of the excess as you wish with a clean lint-free cloth or Libéron Ultra Fine Steel Wool (Grade 0000).

To use the wax as a coloured finish on bare wood work a thin coat into the wood with Ultra Fine Steel Wool (Grade 0000), allow to dry and buff. The wax may be thinned with a small amount of white spirit to make application on bare timber easier. Once dry, seal the wax with Libéron White Polish if required.