Expert: Eileen Cronk - 1/3/2010

Question
Hello, I have a very old, beat-up headboard and footboard. It has several pretty big gashes in it and a few scrapes and scratches. I wanted to fix it up, but I know that it's going to take a lot of time and work. I was thinking maybe I was thinking of making it a rustic look, but I don't know how, any tips or other ideas? Thanks, Frank

Answer
Hi Frank
Nice to hear from you.
Yes I have an idea.
Its the easiest and fastest way to achieve an old rustic look.
I have used this technique before and it looks great.
Its called a crackle finish.
Instead of me going into a long drawn out explanation, I want you to look at it for yourself.

http://alsnetbiz.com/homeimprovement/crackle.html

Its a great look.
Also look here for other sites that show this finish.
http://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=crackle+finish+paint&meta=&aq=f&oq...

Good Luck with this great project.
Eileen