ANTICO Crackle Paste 150ml White,
Create stunning, authentic vintage and antique finishes with the Stamperia Jumbo Crackle two-step system. The combination of Step 1 (ASPS002) and Step 2 (ASPS003) is specially formulated to deliver large, deep, and dramatic cracks, perfect for decoupage, mixed media, and large-scale altered art or furniture upcycling.
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ASPS003
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0.300 Kgs
Achieving the perfect weathered porcelain or antique cracked look requires a reliable, professional-grade formula. Stamperia Jumbo Crackle is a premium water-based, two-component system engineered to transform everyday items into vintage masterpieces with a beautifully aged appearance.
How to Use:
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Apply an even coat of Step 1 (ASPS002) onto your decorated surface and let it dry completely until it becomes clear and tacky.
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Apply a layer of Step 2 (ASPS003) over it. Cracks will begin to appear as it dries. Pro tip: The thickness of the Step 2 layer dictates the size of the cracks.
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To reveal and highlight the cracks, rub in liquid patina, bitumen, or oil paints, then seal your project with a solvent-based varnish.
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ANTICO Crackle Paste 150ml White,
Price: €910 1780лв.
Who it’s for
Decoupage and Mixed Media Artists looking to infuse their canvases, memory boxes, or home decor items with a dramatic, pronounced antique aesthetic.
Furniture Upcyclers and Decorators seeking a reliable, heavy-duty method to distress large surfaces with professional, controlled results.
Craft Enthusiasts who love vintage, shabby chic, and classical art styles and want gallery-grade crackle finishes at home.
Key features
Controlled Crackling: Generating striking "jumbo" size cracks that beautifully mimic aged porcelain or old, weathered varnish.
Artwork Protection: Serving as both a decorative medium and an intermediate fixing coat over rice papers and prints.
Patina Primer: Forging a perfect textural grid of fissures, optimized to catch and hold antique patinas, oil colors, or bitumen.
Unique differentiators
Guaranteed Large-Scale Visuals: Unlike fine-line alternatives, Stamperia's Jumbo formula ensures deep, bold cracks that remain highly visible even from a distance.
Eco-Friendly Water-Based Formula: Low-odor and completely safe for indoor studio environments, featuring easy brush clean-up with plain water.
Perfect Stamperia Eco-System Integration: Crafted to bond seamlessly with Stamperia acrylics, glues, and mediums, preventing lifting or peeling.
Why this product
Choosing Stamperia Jumbo Crackle guarantees predictable, rich antique effects that cheap alternative mediums fail to replicate. Italian engineering ensures that the film won't flake off or turn muddy over time. If your goal is to deliver an unmistakable, luxury vintage soul to your projects, this two-step system is the gold standard.
FAQ
Q: Can I buy and use only Step 2 (ASPS003) without Step 1?
A: No, the crackle effect relies entirely on the chemical reaction between the two layers. Step 1 (ASPS002) creates the flexible foundation required for Step 2 to break apart upon drying.
Q: Is it safe to use a heat gun or hair dryer to speed up the process?
A: You can use a hair dryer on a low, cool setting over Step 2 to intensify the cracking, but Step 1 should always be left to air-dry naturally for best adhesion.
Q: What type of final varnish should I use over the Jumbo Crackle?
A: Because highlighting patinas are usually oil or solvent-based, you must seal the finished project with a solvent-based (synthetic) varnish. A water-based topcoat could reactivate the crackle layer and ruin the design.
Q: How can I customize the final crack sizes?
A: The size depends on your application technique. Apply a thicker, generous layer of Step 2 (ASPS003) for ultra-large cracks, or spread it thin for a denser, more delicate crackle network.
