Our range of patinas from Sculpt Nouveau are reactive solutions that are acid based and will alter the surface of the metal, creating different tones and colours. The majority of the patinas are processed via cold application, but there are a few that must be applied hot. There may also be a recommendation to use full strength or diluted.
Examples of application techniques include spraying, brushing, sponging, layering and dip/immersion. Each technique will provide a different finish, and there may be a preferred method for a particular patina, so please refer to the product for more information. We have included a checklist below of items you may need prior to undertaking a patina project.
Find the right patina in 4 quick steps
Step 1 — Understand preparation (don’t skip this) Check out our Project Essentials below. Prep is what makes the difference between “patchy” and “professional.”
Step 2 — Scroll down and choose your metal Start with the metal type you’re working with to narrow down compatible options.
Step 3 — Look for the colour you’re trying to achieve Browse the colour tiles/finish examples until you find the look you want. Remember that application method (spray, brush, sponge, layering) will also affect the result.
Step 4 — Click the patina name to open the product page Learn more about your chosen patina, choose your bottle size, and you’re on your way!
Bonus: While you’re there, watch the video to see how it’s applied and what the reaction looks like in real time.
Project Essentials
2. Quality Paper Towel
3. Scotch Brite Pads
4. PPE including disposable gloves, eye protection, and drop sheets
5. Spray Bottle – mist setting without metal coil preferred.
6. Sponges
8. Heat Gun
9. Patina
10. Access to clean water supply or distilled water
11. Sealant
Find Your Finish
Explore our range of patinas by selecting the metal you’re working with. Once chosen, browse the available colour options to find the perfect finish. We have only listed the most common metals used with the patinas, so if your metal is not on the list, you may need to conduct your own experiments.
Each patina is labelled with application details to help you achieve the best results: Cold Application (C), Hot Application (H), Diluted (D), and Full Strength (FS). Whether you’re looking for an antique brown finish for brass, or a rich verdigris on copper, this guide makes it easy to find the right product for your project.
Bronze, Brass & Copper
Blues & Greens
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Jade Green Patina | Dark Green | H, FS |
| Light Green Patina | Golden Green | C, D, FS |
| Tiffany Green Patina | Greenish Blue | C, D, FS |
| Powder Blue Patina | Opaque Brilliant Blue | C, FS |
Browns - Light, Golden & Dark
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Antiquing Patina | Aged Brown | C, D, FS |
| Darkening Patina | Golden to Dark Brown | C, D, FS |
| Ferric Nitrate/Ferric Chloride Patina | Red Brown | H, FS |
| Honeycomb Patina | Golden Brown | C, D, FS |
| Japanese Brown Patina | Golden Brown | C, H, FS |
| Liver of Sulfur | Dark Brown | C, H, D |
| M38 Antique Brown Patina | Warm Brown | C, D |
| Oil Rubbed Patina | Golden to Dark Brown | C, D, FS |
| Tan Patina | Tan to Light Brown Opaque | C, H, D, FS |
Dark Browns to Blacks
| Patina | Colours | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Antiquing Patina | Black | C, D, FS |
| Black Magic Patina | Dark Grey to Black | C, FS |
| Darkening Patina | Almost Black | C, D, FS |
| Liver of Sulfur | Black | C, H, D |
| M20 (Dip) Black Patina | Black | C, D |
| M24 (Spray) Black Patina | Black | C, D |
| Midnight Black Patina | Black | C, D, FS |
| Slate Black Patina | Brown Black | C, D, FS |
Iron and Steel
Rusty Oranges to Browns
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Tiffany Green Patina | Rusty Orange | C, D, FS |
| Tan Patina | Tan to Rusty Brown | C, H, D, FS |
| Japanese Brown COLD | Rusty Brown | C, FS |
| Japanese Brown HOT | Dark Brown | H, FS |
| Honeycomb Patina | Golden to Deep Brown | C, D, FS |
Grey to Black
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Antiquing Patina | Grey to Black | C, D, FS |
| Black Magic Patina | Dark Grey to Black | C, FS |
| Darkening Patina | Grey to Black | C, D, FS |
| Midnight Black Patina | Blue Black | C, FS |
| PC9 (Spray) Black Patina | Gun Blue to Grey | C, D |
| Slate Black Patina | Dark & Grey | C, FS |
Stainless Steel
Grey to Black
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Stainless Black Patina | Blue/Grey/Black | C, FS |
| Presto Stainless Black | Brown/Grey/Soft Black | C, FS |
Browns
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Honeycomb Patina | Light gold to Brown | C, FS |
| Slate Black Patina | Reddish, Brown, Black tones | H, FS |
Zinc & Galvanized
Browns
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Black Patina | Bronze to Dark Brown | C, FS |
| Slate Black Patina | Dark Brown to Black | C, FS |
| Stainless Black Patina | Red-Brown to Black | C, FS |
Grey to Black
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Antiquing Patina | Grey to Black | C, FS |
| Black Magic Patina | Weathered Black | C, FS |
| Darkening Patina | Grey to Black | C, D, FS |
| Honeycomb Patina | Light Golden Grey | C, FS |
| Presto Stainless Black | Brown to Black | C, FS |
Aluminium
Grey to Black
| Patina | Colour | Application |
|---|---|---|
| A14 Black For Aluminium | Grey to Black | C, D |
| Antiquing Patina | Grey to Black | C, FS |
| Honeycomb Patina | Golden Grey | C, FS |
| Midnight Black Patina | Grey to Black | C, FS |
| Slate Black Patina COLD | Mottled Grey | C, FS |
| Slate Black Patina HOT | Reddish Brown | H, FS |
Specialty Patinas
Non-Traditional Colours
| Patina | Colour | Application | Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Patina | Steel & Stainless - Mottled Golden & Grey tones Brass/Bronze/Copper - Mottled with hints of Rainbow | H, FS | This hot only patina will create different colours depending on the metal you apply it to. Use ColorLoc Spray to lock in colours. |
| Sculpt Nouveau White Bismuth Patina | White/Off-white to light brown finish on Bronze, Brass, and Copper. | H, FS, D | Sculpt Nouveau White Bismuth is a traditional hot patina for bronze, brass, and copper, producing a distinctive off-white to light brown finish when applied to heated metal surfaces. When applied correctly, White Bismuth reacts directly with the metal surface, developing a finish that ranges from soft white to pale tan or light brown, depending on metal type, temperature, dilution, and application method. |
| Patina Stain Spray | Currently available in Brown, Black and Yellow | C, FS | This is a tinted form of Clear Guard Spray which is also an acid-free, non reactive spray. They may be used on top of acid based patinas to nudge the finish in a specific direction. |
