Asked on Jul 06, 2012

How do I black wash paint ?

Robin A
by Robin A
Pirate ship we built for our grand boys! I want this pirate ship/fort/swing set to look stressed and worn. For those that have see my earlier posting please forgive me for re posting. Having troubles loading my photo!
  11 answers
  • Bernice H Bernice H on Jul 06, 2012
    This is so wonderful! What a loving thing to make for the boys, so many memories to be made!
  • 3po3 3po3 on Jul 06, 2012
    This is fantastic. I am jealous of your grandkids.
  • WOW... now that is some playground! Totally amazing. Those lucky boys will never forget this playground. :) Donna
  • Jeanette S Jeanette S on Jul 07, 2012
    I do not know what kind of lumber you used, but unless you used the pressure treated kind, I would worry more about making sure this lasts than trying to get a particular look for it...??? This is too fantastic to allow the elements to damage it before its time!
  • G B G B on Jul 07, 2012
    Paint it, then sand off areas for a distressed look.
  • Robin A Robin A on Jul 07, 2012
    Pressure Treated
  • The Space Between The Space Between on Jul 07, 2012
    This is really, really cool! You could apply a stain or even water down some paint to create a glaze and give it an uneven finish that looks aged. Either way, I'm sure it will provide many hours of enjoyment. :)
  • Thistlewood Thistlewood on Jul 07, 2012
    I second the space between....and I think the weather will help a little bit with the distressing!
  • Miriam Illions Miriam Illions on Jul 07, 2012
    Glad you got this up, Robin! Way cool. Welcome to Hometalk!
  • You win grandmom of the year for this one!
  • Susan Lynn Susan Lynn on Sep 12, 2012
    Did you come up with the plans yourself or where would I be able to find plans for this. I have looked before, but was unable to find any. I would appreciate any information you could give me. Another grammie wanting to make this for her grandkids.