How I Easily Created This Aged Copper Finish | RK3 Designs

RK3 Designs is a learning studio focused on teaching how to create beautiful epoxy finishes using Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy. These tutorials include epoxy countertops for kitchens, bathrooms, and much more. This channel provides tutorials for DIYers, contractors, designers, or artists.
Rhonda Dracoulis Founder and Primary Instructor
RK3 Designs started as a way for Rhonda to showcase her creativity but has blossomed into a way to help others find theirs. Her obsession with painting led her to start refinishing furniture and kitchen cabinets. She found customers wanted a nicer option than laminate but more affordable and customizable than natural stone, which lead her to countertop epoxy! Since then, she’s helped thousands of students, from across the country (and even Canada eh?).
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[@jessiepapabear4272]

Yes More please...I'm enjoying learning new techniques. Thank you

[@diannatighe-bayers1792]

I love this and I can see it done on my future home kitchen with a copper sink. Love copper. And to answer your question I would love to see more techniques like this in the future

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!! More coming!!

[@CarolynRobinson-u3j]

The biggest hug for this tutorial Rhonda. Just completed my kitchen bench way over here in New Zealand. It looks so realistic. My very first epoxy project but wont be my last. Just got the UTC to put on. It is super expensive in NZ but I want the matt finish.

[@RK3Designs]

You are so welcome! I’m glad it turned out!!

[@holleyhagerty2560]

I use joint compound gives the same effect 🖤 this is beautiful. I just texted my wall in my bathroom and I love it. I did black and antique bronze.

[@michaeloliver6745]

You are an absolute genius!!! I love all of your different approaches, their smart, beautiful and unique!! Always giving more avenues to create and add a level and offering! 10/10

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!! I really appreciate that and you taking the time to leave such a sweet comment!!!

[@sandieyule1644]

Hi I am new to your channel. You came highly recommended, and I can see why! This copper finish is stunning. I love the rustic farmhouse look so I could see this in so many places. Wouldn't it look beautiful as a backsplash behind the stove! I can see it for built in shelves with a desk. And of course, your idea of a island in a kitchen. I'm afraid my kitchen is to small that it may be too dark...but I love copper so maybe not. Just not what I was expecting to see!!! I am looking forward to binge watching your video's. Thanks Sandie

[@RK3Designs]

Hey!!! Thanks for joining us! I agree, it would look amazing in a farm house decor!!!

[@tanyarambler656]

this is stunning would love to see more videos llike this

[@geraldine4727]

I’m so glad to see this! I used Modern Masters on my countertop. I sponged it on to look hammered, then when I was dry, I rubbed in a little General Finishes water based dark stain all over, rubbing until the stain just remained in the “hammered” indentations. When the stain got too dry, I’d moisten my rag the tiniest bit. So very similar process and products! I love it. I can see how glaze would be better bc it has a better “open time.” I top coated it, but when I can afford the epoxy, I’ll sand it lightly and epoxy over it.

[@RK3Designs]

Sounds beautiful!!! Love me some modern masters for sure!!!

[@geraldine4727]

@@RK3Designs Yes! It goes on like silk!

[@SonicDephect]

This is exactly what I was looking for! Planning to do a door and marching backsplash, thank u!

[@RK3Designs]

Perfect!

[@leslieapplegate65]

I want copper countertops and a matte black sink. Someday......

[@kcdcdesigns]

Amazing results, wow! Thank you so much for all your experimenting, and sharing so many designs, techniques and ways to up our game! RK3 Rocks!!! 😍

[@RK3Designs]

🥰🥰🥰

[@jessicagibson109]

Bathroom counter, coffee table, dining room table, bar top, or top of dresser and night stands, head board. Omg it could go anywhere. Also has kinda a aged leather look

[@RK3Designs]

I agree!! One of my favorite looks!

[@catkins4311]

Looks like Leather. Awesome finish. Love the technique!!!

[@jessicagibson109]

Yes please. I love when you do these. I learn so much. Thank you

[@JennyGaulter]

Yes, Rhonda!!! Definitely more faux finishes! ❤❤❤

[@loreendermatoian4222]

Beautiful

[@barttobias3933]

Just what I was looking for on a motor home rebuild project. Thanks

[@DanceCat7]

WooHoo!! Thank you!! More, please :)

[@davinadixon5873]

Please more with designs under the epoxy

[@robyn3270queenofcups]

I love 5hese videos ! Keep them coming please! Very beautiful piece 😍. I could also this as a coffee table !

[@smncowardyahoo]

Beautiful Rhonda, Just Like YOU xx

[@judes1948]

LOVE THESE VIDEOS!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!

[@hobbythomas4414]

Abosulty beautiful job 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!

[@laurienoe1233]

Rhonda, this is AMAZING! I love how you incorporated the tissue paper in the design to give it depth, dimension, and realism. Definitely a finish I am going to try pronto. Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and the RK3 fam!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you so much!! It’s a fun one for sure!! Hope you have a very Merry Christmas!!

[@vegasmainiac7745]

I'm surprised the epoxy didn't lift up the residual mica powders since its left on the surface. Pretty interesting technique, I hate working tissue with paint. I use gel gloss for texture because it dries clear and mixes really well with mica powders to add shiny color. I'm betting if I spread it with a spatula and go over it with a texture or rag roller I could get a similar look. Think ill give that a try! You're the best at inspiring creative ideas❤ and I love copper most of all!

[@RK3Designs]

That would work I’ll bet and look great!!!! Let me know if you do that. Would love to see it! 🥰

[@vegasmainiac7745]

@@RK3Designs ill post it on your Facebook page when I do.

[@VictoriaThorntonArtist]

Love texture. Thanks for great videos like this, more please

[@wtglb]

I love this finish ♥️♥️♥️♥️. I’d love to see more 👍🏻

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!

[@bibbibibbi251]

I have a shop this would look good on tables. Love your work. Love copper the silver would look great❤❤Thank you you are a blessing 🙏🙏🙏

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!! ❤️

[@anneoneill4026]

Yes please

[@ccgsales]

Looks GREAT! Have you ever tried a greenish-blue glaze to give a weathered patina?

[@RK3Designs]

I have and it looks really cool!!

[@sebnemk2596]

Thank you for sharing..I love the tip with alcohol and powder pigment mixing effects..i used this tissue technique for making leather look. 😊 or sometimes painting blue and dry brush swipe white loo like jeans.. This rustic copper look also i am sure will amazing on a special enterence doors..😊😊 My question is when you used alcohol and pigment mix what is about left overs.? Can we still keep it in bottle for a while until next work? Thank you..

[@RK3Designs]

Hey there, When you mix the alcohol and mica powder it will last forever if you put it in an airtight spray bottle. If the alcohol does evaporate, all you need to do is add a little more.

[@sebnemk2596]

@@RK3Designs thank you very much..

[@judithgarcia5137]

I would like to do the cupboards with that🥰

[@heathpaxson7990]

Amazing 🤩

[@laterinlife8755]

Love copper!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!

[@martymoo6746]

Hi fabulous work! Question: could you use tinfoil instead of tissue paper for texture?

[@RK3Designs]

I wouldn’t use tinfoil unless you seal it. My worry would be the paint wouldn’t have good adhesion.

[@janelle6508]

Absolutely love this, best finish yet!! I'm going to do a copper countertop in my kitchen when I remodel it, and this would be gorgeous. Do you think that a little green glaze in spots would work well with this? I just love a copper and jewel type green combination.

[@RK3Designs]

I think they would be cool. Sort of give it a patina look.

[@sebnemk2596]

I agree with patina look little in some details..😍😍😍

[@belindagalle97]

I can see this in a large oval with a "branding iron" look with a family name centered in it in turquoise. (or color of your choice.) Perhaps a few "copper" stud embellishments. I think it would look great over a fireplace or in the middle of an open entertainment center. Some place like ... my living room? 🤣🤗 tfs

[@karenmontoyapaints-n-craft8894]

Great idea

[@belindagalle97]

@@karenmontoyapaints-n-craft8894 Thank you! 🤗

[@alison1jane]

Do the paint and glaze need to be water based or oil based in order to react with the alcohol?

[@janisl57]

How long does the metal color coat need to dry before the glaze layer?

[@RK3Designs]

Depends on the paint you use and the temperature. Usually a few hours, then wait 24 hours before pouring the epoxy after you apply the glaze. You want to make sure the surface is 100% dry.

[@gretas61]

maybe I´m a little over te top, but I can see this in one of the walls of a big room like a store or workshop with a big golden logo

[@wtglb]

I’ll bet that would look stunning 👍🏻

[@RK3Designs]

You could do that on foam and easily attach to the wall. Would look cool!

[@marysorrells]

This is an awesome finish. Would love to see more finishes like this. ❤❤❤

[@marysorrells]

I painted my living room ceiling with metallic copper paint. I didn’t use tissue paper because it had a stomped texture which is kinda similar to this tissue paper. Then glazed it with a dark glaze.

[@wtglb]

@@marysorrells I’ll bet it’s gorgeous!

[@vanessalua3816]

Would love to try this... However I dont know where to buy glaze where I am. Is there an alternative? Would wood stain work?

[@pman2916]

I want to do epoxy/resin over wallpaper for my bathroom walls, to protect the wallpaper from steam and scum..is this possible?

[@RK3Designs]

You would have to add thickener. I wouldn’t recommend epoxy for that application.

[@geraldine4727]

Okay, call me crazy, but I could see this on a kitchen range hood!!

[@RK3Designs]

LOL!! Funny you say that! I actually did do a huge vent a hood with this technique. Turned out so cool!!

[@geraldine4727]

@@RK3Designs oh, I would love a video on this! It’s so popular now!

[@steveharris795]

Can you put utc over utc missed a spot

[@RK3Designs]

You’ll have to sand and reapply to the entire surface. You can’t spot fix because you’ll see the lap line.

[@steveharris795]

Thanks so much for your help

[@christie5914]

❤

[@kim99may]

1st comment winner 🥇