AMACO RUB 'N Buff - Antique Gold, VWARNB02

Product Information

It is formulated from carnauba waxes, fine metallic powders, and select pigments, for a finish no paint can duplicate.

It’s a bit tricky to figure out what color to use on your project based off of the color of the tube.Since I wanted the look of antique brass, I first purchased Antique Brass Rub n Buff (makes sense, right? It took a few failed tries and some experimentation, but I finally figured out the best way to get consistent, beautiful results. Whether you’re looking to add some glamour to your furniture or give your jewelry an extra touch of sparkle, Rub ‘n Buff is the perfect way to do it. You can experiment with the patina effect and go for more contrast by letting the base coat show through, or a subtler look by adding more layers of gold (including multiple colors, if you choose).

Spray primer — Only required for objects that will be handled, or for better adhesion on slick surfaces. I, like you, got all 12 colors when I needed to add patina to the outlet covers I got for a bath remodel. I hope this post was helpful if you’ve been wanting an easy and inexpensive way to antique almost anything. Inka Gold comes in 9 colors so you have less of a color selection available compared to Rub 'N Buff. In true Stephanie fashion, I went out and bought all 12 colors and have been living happily ever after since!I reviewed every shade of gold Rub ‘n Buff, and I’m sharing the results—along with my technique for getting a perfect aged patina effect! Yes, there are tutorials about taking gold spray paint and adding dabs of black to age it, but that requires a lot of effort, skill, and a place to spray paint!

The application of Rub ‘n Buff is unlike anything I’ve used before (different than paint, wax, or gel) and requires a certain technique to get the aged look just right.If you don’t have any handy, I love this inexpensive brush set and use it for makeup, but the stiffer large brushes will work for this project. Wanted to get your opinion… I purchased some medicine cabinet mirrors that work great for my bathroom but they are trimmed in a very bright yellow gold. As a user, what truly makes Rub n Buff unique if you want to create a metallic look, is the nuance and depth of the finish.