How to Paint and Stain Concrete Leaves
- 1). Sand your concrete leaf lightly with a fine-grit sandpaper. Rinse clean with a garden hose. Allow to dry.
- 2). Brush concrete stain over the entire concrete leaf. Apply contrasting colors for variety. Allow to dry between coats. Use a hairdryer to speed up the drying between coats.
- 3). Paint fine details on the leaf with an acrylic paint. Have a variety of paint colors on your pallet. Dip your artist's paintbrush in water to thin acrylics if they're too thick.
- 4). Blend or add special effects with a stencil brush. Allow to dry overnight before applying sealer.
- 5). Brush or wipe on a thin coat of concrete sealer. Allow to dry. Apply a second coat. Concrete sealer alters the color of the leaf slightly, but it will protect the finish from the effects of weather.
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