Patina Green Antiquing Solution - 4 oz, by Sophisticated Finishes Review

I've used this brand successfully before but I think I've used blue. I couldn't find the blue one this time so I bought the green one hoping it would work. Preparing for the 3rd coat but so far there is only a matte finish, definitely no copper. upset.

It is not clear from the description that this product requires other products for most applications. I tried it on base metal and nothing worked, then I read reviews and many similar comments. For best use, purchase a base coat and use before patina. It's not cheap either.

This product does not work well directly on brass. Tried to soak for more than 10 hours and nothing. I tried painting a coat on it after the 7th layer, I only had the initial greens or maybe my eyes were playing tricks at that point. Also remember that the consistency is very close to that of water so it won't stay exactly where you poured it. It can work great with the metal finishes they sell, but I wouldn't waste my money on my own. I ended up using the salt and vinegar steam method and it…