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Hello
I was in the Portland area a few years ago in a furniture shop. They were doing a process that looked like what you are wanting to achieve. They had sanded different area's of the piece to look warn then were going over the spots with a heat gun. They called the process teak-ing.
PAINT IT WITH ''TITEBOND' GLUE. AFTER IT DRIES BRUSH OVER IT WITH LATEX PAINT AND WATCH IT CRACKLE! THEY HAVE INFO ON THEIR WEB SITE I THINK. I DID ALL MY KITCHEN CABINETS. SEAL IT WITH CLEAR SEALER AFTER YOUR DONE TO KEEP THE FLAKES FROM COMING OFF.
To intentionally create paint blisters for a distressed look on old furniture, follow these steps:
1. **Prepare the Surface**: Ensure the furniture surface is clean, dry, and free of any previous finishes or contaminants that could interfere with the blistering process.
2. **Apply Layers of Paint**: Apply a base coat of paint in the desired color and allow it to dry completely. Follow this with a layer of crackle medium, which will help create the blisters.
3. **Use a Heat Source**: Once the crackle medium is slightly tacky to the touch, but not completely dry, introduce heat to the surface using a heat gun or hairdryer on a low setting. The heat will cause the paint to blister and bubble up.
4. **Controlled Blisters**: To achieve a more controlled blistering effect, vary the distance and duration of the heat application. Closer proximity and longer exposure to heat will result in larger, more pronounced blisters.
5. **Stop and Allow to Cool**: As the blisters start to form, periodically move the heat source to prevent overheating. Once you are satisfied with the blistering effect, stop the heating process and allow the paint to cool and dry completely.
6. **Finish and Seal**: To preserve the distressed look and protect the finish, consider sealing the furniture with a clear coat of varnish or wax. This will also help in preventing the blisters from further expanding or peeling.