Modern metallic planter

Make a real style statement with this sleek metallic planter.

Resene art with Mark Rayner - Project 04

Difficulty level: Easy

You will need: Paintbrush,Resene Enamacryl Metallic (now Resene FX Metallic) tinted to Resene Isobar and Resene Obelisk, Resene Lumbersider tinted to Resene Corduroy and Resene Submarine, Resene Multishield+ (now Resene Concrete Clear) Gloss, Resene Quick Dry Acrylic Primer Undercoat, Resene Testpot in Resene Black, ribbed terracotta pot (320mm high), small flat-headed artist’s brush, small paint roller, terracotta sealer.

To get the look: Mark painted the surrounding wall with Resene SpaceCote Flat tinted to Resene Swans Down.

Other ideas: For a rich, sumptuous look try using a combination of Resene Magma and Resene Bullion from the Resene Metallics & Specialist Effects range.

Step one
Seal the inside and base of the pot with terracotta sealer, following manufacturer’s instructions. Allow to dry.

Step two
Prime the inner edge, rim and outside of the pot with one coat of Resene Quick Dry Acrylic Primer Undercoat. Allow to dry.

Step three
Using the paintbrush, paint the inner edge, rim and outside of the pot with one coat of Resene Corduroy. Allow to dry.

Step four
Using the paintbrush, paint the inner edge, rim and outside of the pot with one coat of Resene Isobar. Once dried, apply a second coat. Allow to dry.

Step five
With the small roller, apply a coat of Resene Submarine to the raised ridges around the pot (use a light, horizontal action to avoid getting paint into the crevices). Allow to dry.

Step six
With the small roller, apply a coat of Resene Obelisk to the raised ridges around the pot (this time use a light, vertical action to ensure Resene Submarine is fully covered). Once dried, apply a second coat. Allow to dry.

Step seven
Using the small artist’s brush, apply a coat of Resene Black to the inner rim of the pot. Once dried, apply a second coat. Allow to dry.