01-30-2009, 10:23 PM
I use pre-mixed drywall taping compound, which, I think, is similar to spackle - I apply it with a rag over my finger tip, let it dry, then wipe off the excess with a clean, dry rag.
[album]574[/album]
[album]578[/album]
I later found that this type of mortar can be weathered with a wash, without removing the material. I used PollyScale paint, well-thinned with water, and with a couple drops of dish detergent added, then applied it with a 3/4" brush at the top of the wall, followed by a quick and light swipe down the wall with the same brush. If you work it or use the brush too much, the mortar will be removed. Let the structure sit upright, with the paint washing down the wall, and remove any excess where it collects around details or at the base of the wall. The brush or a corner of a paper towel works well for this.
[album]575[/album]
[album]579[/album]
Gary, here's a partial view of the inside of the TH&B's Chatham Street roundhouse. Except for 4' or 5' around the bottom of the walls which was painted dark grey, the rest - walls, ceiling, and all posts and beams, was white. This was a brick roundhouse, inside and out, with wooden posts, beams and trusses supporting the roof.
[album]577[/album]
Wayne
[album]574[/album]
[album]578[/album]
I later found that this type of mortar can be weathered with a wash, without removing the material. I used PollyScale paint, well-thinned with water, and with a couple drops of dish detergent added, then applied it with a 3/4" brush at the top of the wall, followed by a quick and light swipe down the wall with the same brush. If you work it or use the brush too much, the mortar will be removed. Let the structure sit upright, with the paint washing down the wall, and remove any excess where it collects around details or at the base of the wall. The brush or a corner of a paper towel works well for this.
[album]575[/album]
[album]579[/album]
Gary, here's a partial view of the inside of the TH&B's Chatham Street roundhouse. Except for 4' or 5' around the bottom of the walls which was painted dark grey, the rest - walls, ceiling, and all posts and beams, was white. This was a brick roundhouse, inside and out, with wooden posts, beams and trusses supporting the roof.
[album]577[/album]
Wayne