Metallic Wall Paints vs. Metallic Coverings
Metallic wall finishes fall into either of two categories: metallic wall paints and solid metallic wall coverings. Metallic paints are often water-based for easier application and clean up. They apply the same as other paints: rolling, brushing, or spraying. Unlike usual interior paint, though, metallic wall paint has actual non-tarnishing metal or metallic-look flakes as part of its solids content. Since metallic paint is such a specialty product, it often costs twice as much as even premium interior latex paints. In a few cases, wet-application metallic wall finishes even extend to plasters and stucco that trowel on. Metallic wall coverings help you avoid liquid application. These heavy-weight paper- or plastic-backed wallpapers are sold as rolls that typically are 18 inches to 24 inches wide and in lengths that extend from ceiling to floor. Metallic wall coverings offer you instant results and eliminate the mystery of wondering what the finish will look like when dry. The metallic appearance is achieved by incorporating metal flakes or glass in the product.
Pale Gold Tone-on-Tone Metallic Finish
With the Modern Masters Metallic Paint Collection, you can add a little sparkle to your wood trim or paint an entire wall a luminous, metallic shade. The paints contain metal particles and pearlescent pigments for a realistic effect, but they are water-based and low-VOC. Modern Masters also sells metallic and Venetian plasters as well as ShimmerStone, a trowel-applied wall finish that mimics subtly layered stone or raw silk. Princess Leia is one of Studio E’s standout metallic wall coverings and adds a textured leaf combined with a cross-hatch design that evokes a fabric feel. In gold, silver, platinum, or white gold, this wall covering has the range of precious metals covered. For the hammered gold effect, roll on a first coat with a 9-inch roller with a 3/8-inch nap. Dab around the edges with a sponge to add texture. Allow the paint to dry, then apply a second coat with a faux finish sponge roller. Adding textures creates more angles to reflect the light. This paint cleans up easily with warm water and mild soap.
