Sand Off Glaze for Distress
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Before and after kids toy restoration! Tools used: Apollo Precision-6 HVLP sprayer.
What happens here
Once the glaze has dried to a workable state, use a sander (e.g., an Ekasilk or similar) to sand off portions of the glaze. This technique removes glaze from high points and edges, allowing the underlying stain to show through, creating a distressed, aged appearance. Control the amount of glaze removed to achieve the desired level of antiquing. A vacuum system attached to the sander will help manage the dust created during this process.
Goal: Achieve a distressed, aged look by sanding off glaze
Tools and materials
- Sander Ekasilk — Sanding off the glaze for distressing
- Vacuum System — Collecting sanding dust