Finishes for Wood and Architectural Gilding

Dates: see calendar
Times: Fri & Sat 9:30-13.30 and 14:30-18:30
Hours: 16 ore
Location: Via del Campuccio 23R, Florence
Teachers: Alison Woolley
Cost: €350


Course Description:
In this course we cover various techniques for creating painted finishes on wood, from antique to modern. These techniques are applicable to the decoration of frames, furniture and accessories, interior doors and window frames. Techniques and procedures are covered starting either from raw wood or an existing finish and arriving at a finished piece. We cover the use of composition gold and silver leaf, predominantly applied with gold size, (quick and practical for the gilding of architectural elements in interiors). Participants will create sample boards and several small wooden moldings with various examples of finishes for furniture. Waxing and antiquing techniques will be discussed. Favorite examples of well loved European furniture finishes will be covered such as Shabby Chic, Gustavian, and Crème Peint.


Course Outline:
• learn about various primers
• mix and use paints to create base colors and layered finishes
• make varied colour surfaces with the use of washes, rags and sponges
• apply and finish composition leaf
• learn distressing and finishing techniques for furniture


Projects completed:
Wooden sample boards and moldings with examples of various finishes