Rust-Oleum Projects
Mercury Glass
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Mason Jar
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Mirror Dipped Glassware
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Estimated Time
1 Hour
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Challenge Level
Easy
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Tools & Supplies:
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Glass Vases or Jars
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Old Sheets or Drop Cloth
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Painter’s Tape & Paper
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Spray bottle filled with 2/3 water & 1/3 vinegar
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Paper Towels
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- Find a spot outdoors and cover nearby items with drop cloths or old sheets to protect them from spray mist.
- Clean the inside and outside of the glass, using glass cleaner and a lint free cloth.
- Tape and cover with paper, the outside of the jar or vase to prevent overspray on to the object.
- Hold the can of mirror paint 10-12” from the surface. Press the spray button and spray a light coat on the inside of the vase or jar.
- While the paint is still wet, spritz the painted side with the water vinegar solution and blot the inside of the vase with a paper towel to achieve the distressed look.
- Repeat steps 5-6 to achieve the desired look.
- Let dry and enjoy your new work of art.
- As an optional step to get a more distressed look, you can add a very light coat of Ultra Cover Flat black after step 5 and blot with a paper towel.