Features

Valspar® Signature Colors® Faux Mixing Glaze is a slow-drying, clear satin liquid designed for use with latex base paints and Color Glazes to create beautiful decorative finishes. Mix with latex base paints to increase project working time and transparency. Mix with Color Glaze to increase glaze transparency. Use with the following techniques: Color Washing, Stippling, Rag Rolling, Sponging and Dragging.

Before Starting

Mix well with Valspar® Signature Colors® Base Coat or Glazes according to instructions. Tip: Practice your technique beforehand on a sample board.

Painting Instructions and Tips

Click on the product information sheet at the top of the page for tips and video to assist you in getting the most from your faux finish.You can achieve beautiful effects with glaze. See Interior Decorative Painting Tips for information on color washing, linen weave, sponging and more.

Preparing the Surface

Make sure surfaces are clean, dry and free of peeling paint. Use a primer on new wallboard.

Application

For use with base coat or latex base paints: Mix 4-8 parts Mixing Glaze with 1 part paint. For increased transparency and working time, add more Mixing Glaze. For use with Color Glazes, add Mixing Glaze to Color Glaze until desired transparency and working time are achieved.

Dry Time

Note: Mixing Glaze is milky when wet, but dries to a clear finish. Colors will appear lighter when wet, but will dry darker. Use a dry color sample when matching color.

Warning

WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.