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How do I use Metallic stains in antiquing techniques?

Metallic pastes

Metallic paste is a combination of metallic particles suspended in thick paste to help in the application.
Metallic pastes are generally used to accent detail and are generally and oil base product.
Metallic pastes are most commonly applied over another opaque colour with a soft rag or finger tip.
Although often forgotten, it is best to seal paste metallics onto pieces with a coating of spray or brush-on fixative.

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