Frenchic Easy Crackle Paint is a wonderful product that allows you to create a cracked, aged appearance for any of your projects.
It is particularly suited to furniture and can be used on previously painted surfaces, bare wood, terracotta and even plastic.
You can also use this over one of the metallic Frensheen products and use with the Finishing Coat.
The colour of the surface underneath will be the colour of the crack and the second surface gives you the overall colour of your finished product.
It is water based and Easy Crackle is UKCA and EN71-3 certified, meaning it is safe to use on children’s toys.
Key features:
- Allows you to create a cracked, aged appearance for your projects.
- Simply apply, allow to dry thoroughly, paint over with any Frenchic range and watch the crackle effect develop in front of your eyes!
- Use on previously painted surfaces, bare wood, terracotta and plastic
- The surface beneath determines the colour of the crack and the second, the overall colour of the project, giving your furniture an aged appearance
Instructions:
Step 1
Prepare The Furniture Once you have your piece of furniture, make sure the surface is clean and dry before you begin painting.
Start by applying your chosen base coat all over your chosen item and then leave to dry completely.
Step 2
Apply The Crackle Next, you can move on to applying the ‘crackle’.
Using a flat brush, lightly apply a thin coat of Easy Crackle to the area you want the effect.
Take your time and try to make it as neat as possible.
Make sure you wash your brush in warm water afterwards.
Tip:
If this is your first time attempting a crackle effect, we recommend that you practice on a piece of scrap wood first, before you take on your main item.
Step 3
Add The Second Colour Once the Easy Crackle has fully dried, you can then add the second colour.
With a clean brush, apply your chosen paint directly over the layer of crackle.
To do this, use the edge of your brush at roughly a 70 degree angle, being careful not to apply too much pressure.
You’ll need to work quite quickly as the product will start to dry straight away and the crackle effect will begin to appear.
Tip:
The thicker you apply this top layer of paint, the bigger the cracks.
Step 4
Seal The Paint Finally, you’ll need to seal the paint.
There are two options depending on your needs.
For heavily used items of furniture, or those prone to water splashes, we recommend using Frenchic’s Finishing Coat.
This non-poisonous, chemical-free product is safe for both people and the environment.
Alternatively, you can use a clear Finishing Wax to finish off your project.
Frenchic’s waxes are soft enough to apply with a brush, but durable enough to protect your furniture.
General information:
- Water based
- Suitable for interior use
- Suitable for wooden furniture, painted or bare, laminate, plastic, terracotta
- Minimal VOC content
- UKCA and EN71-3 certified safe for use on children’s toys (EN71-3:2013+A3:2019)
Coverage:
A 250ml tin will provide a coat of up to 3.5 m2
Preparation:
- Ensure surfaces are in suitable condition - clean, dry, free from wax, grease or penetrating substances and in sound condition. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint.
- Surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Sugar Soap, rinse and dry.
Application and drying:
- Stir before each use
- Apply with a good quality brush
- Allow a minimum of 2 hours drying before overpainting
- Avoid applying in damp or cold conditions
- Practicing your technique is recommended. Here is a video demonstration with tips to help you.
Clean up and storage:
- Reseal the tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water as soon as possible.
- Do not store where the container could be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures.
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