A DIY Rusty Chicken Wire Solution
I've found something that works to get the shine off...
Once upon a time I tried to paint chicken wire, if you need a good laugh today, check out this procedure.
I'll try anything once...
So now, older and wiser... I've found something you can buy at the craft store that takes the shine off and makes it look old!
Instantly!
Too shiny for me!...
It is a clear watery solution that actually turns the chicken wire black when it touches the metal... instant aging!
I don't know what's in it but it is magic!
Cool... a basket for something??!
I used it to get the shine off the square wire I used for this gorgeous apple picking crate.
See how old and rustic it makes the "new" wire look?
Have fun with this great new find,
I know I'll be using it again!
It is way easier than wrestling chicken wire in the snow!
I hope you enjoyed this project and you'll take a look at my Amazon Shop for craft supplies I recommend. Also while you're here please sign up for the Homeroad emails on my sidebar so I can send my latest DIY post straight to you.
AHHHH...You just made me very happy!! I told a friend a couple of weeks ago.. "surely there is something you can put on this to make it look old!" Yep...it was chicken wire we were talking about!! THANK YOU!!!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteYouare the QUEEN of creating that aged look! Love that you share your tricks! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat is one cool product thanks so much for sharing this with us...I'm going to have to buy some for myself!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this tip!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your tip! Awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome!! Instant age! I love it!!
ReplyDeleteSuper good idea! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this stuff and use it all the time. I'm new to your blog and a follower.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! This is just what I need. Thanks! Lisa~
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip! I will definitely use it!!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!!! I have been wondering how to fix that!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful tip. Thanks bunches. ♥Olive
ReplyDeletepretty cool technique
ReplyDeletefor getting that aged look
thanks for sharing at fridays unfolded!
alison
What a great tip, I have chicken wire that I was planning on painting. You have saved me! Thanks for sharing this, Laura Cottage and Broome. Will be your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteWhere do you get the solution? It Seems great...and I want some!
ReplyDeletekatieepstein@yahoo.com
You are a magician! The basket is terrific!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your magic tips at Potpourri Friday!
Thanks for sharing! I only wish I had seen it sooner. I literally have spray painted chicken wire drying on my patio as we speak :) Next time I guess!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip, I'm sure it will be well copied! I know I will try it, Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. I wish I could find a hutch to put chicken wire in. I love that look too. Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry
I just know my grandparents are groaning in their graves wondering what the world has come to that we are fascinated with rust and aged things being fashionable.
ReplyDeleteBack then it was a source of pride to have everything shiny and new.
Still, I hope they will be happy I enjoy honoring the past by keeping pieces of it in my home.
Fantastic post and I've got it linked to my chicken wire post too today - well done!
ReplyDeleteSmart!! I love the look~
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing Susan! I used your method to age some chicken wire on a media cabinet that I just refinished. Very helpful!
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