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Liming
Faux lime is a painting technique that is
growing in popularity. Historically, wood was limed to protect it;
but the liming technique has exploded in popularity as a way of simply
enhancing the characteristics present in wood. This technique is
particularly suited to open grain woods, such as oak, and also works well on
molded or carved surfaces where it can highlight the carpenter's craft.
Providing the object that is to be limed is stable and solid in structure,
the technique usually is very effective. Begin by cleaning the surface area
thoroughly, taking time to ensure that all wax or finishes are removed. You
can accomplish this in a variety of ways; however, using steel wool and
thinner is one of the fastest and easiest.
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There are a number of different materials that can be used to create a limed effect. White emulsion thinned with water, thinned oil based undercoat or thinned eggshell primers are all highly effective. Alternatively, you can use a proprietary liming wax.
In our example images, we have 70% oil based undercoat thinned with turpentine.
1 and 2 Color Liming Effect: White and Green-tinted white oil based paint thinned with turpentine.
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Apply the liming mixture of your choice with a brush. Work the mixture into
the grain and into any nooks and crannies.
This is an example of liming an object in a different color. A small amount
of green was added to the liming mixture to achieve this effect.
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Leave the mixture on the surface for a few minutes and then wipe off the
excess to create the desired look.
The main door in this image has been treated with a simple white liming
mixture, while the other small door has been painted with the tinted liming
mixture. Any color can be used to create this type of effect.
Summary:
Liming is a paint on - wipe off effect that is intended for use on wood surfaces. It is an ideal technique to use for liming furniture such as night tables, dressers and, of course, wood panels. When white paint is used as the primary color, the final effect looks like a pickled type finish. This is particularly apparent when the surface is pink oak.
Faux lime is an easy to create and durable finish that tends to take on more character as the finish ages and the patina develops.
Another finish that is very similar is Milk Painting. Both finishes create an aged looking finish.
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