Faux Aged Metal Pulley
Do you love rustic metal pulleys, but don’t like the hefty price tag? Wouldn’t you rather have a rustic metal pulley for less than $5? Ah, I have a secret. That beautiful rustic metal pulley above is actually:
Plastic! Ready to see how I secretly transformed that black plastic pulley into a gorgeous faux aged metal pulley?
Materials:
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- Plastic Pulley
- Metal Effects Primer
- Metal Effects Copper Paint
- Metal Effects Green Patina Solution
- Sea Sponge
- Foam Brush
- Spray bottle
Instructions:
Paint Metal Primer onto the plastic pulley.
After the primer has dried, paint the Metal Effects copper paint onto the pulley. Let it dry and apply a second coat.
While the copper paint is still wet, dab the Metal Effects patina liquid randomly onto the pulley.
Can you tell which one isn’t real metal? Ha!
Even close up, it’s hard to tell that this pulley isn’t real metal.
What else do you think could use some faux aged metal treatment?
Love this!! In refinishing the top of a coffee table with this, what would the best sealer be, do you think – a liquid poly in the can (not spray) or a wax like everyone’s using for chalk paint?
I have a bunch of kids and big dogs – durability is a must! 🙂
I’d use a polyurethane for the best coverage, but it might be best to check with Modern Masters customer service. They may even sell a sealer for their metal paints.
Did you end up doing this project? I’m thinking of doing the same thing! I’d love to know how it turned out and if you have any advice (and/or pics too!)? Thank you:-)
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Saludos
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Where do you find the paint and primer?
Jessica, I apologize, I meant to link the materials to my sources. I updated the post and you can find the links to the paint and primer in the materials section.
Great job!! Nobody would ever guess it is plastic. I am like Betsey, would love your source to buy one. TYA
Frani, I bought it at Lowe’s ;-).
Would you be able to use this as a pulley for a light from the ceiling? And where did you find the pulley?
Betsey, absolutely! In fact, originally I was going to use this pulley to hold my Button Pendant Light: https://prettyhandygirl.com/diy-button-pendant-light-lowes-creative-idea/ The pulley was purchased at Lowe’s. Near the ropes and chains.
The faux patina looks amazing! Definitely would not have guessed that wasn’t an authentic antique pulley!
This turned out great. There’s no way it looks like it was plastic. You have the wheels in my head spinning and I have a similar post going up in a week. :O)
Thanks Lucy 😉
I love how beautiful the patina is on this! I am definitely going to try this method, maybe on some ugly 90’s doorknobs that I’ve been wanting to change out. I’m curious though, what is the spray bottle for?
The spray bottle can be used to mix the patina solution and spray on. Or mix it in a little bowl and dab on with sponge.