How to Create a Perfect Patina Paint Job from Scratch!

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We saw your comments on the GMC Vandura project and our white bagged C10, so we took this week to show you guys how we create a custom patina from scratch! This is a technique we've used countless times. Not only have we used it to blend in panels to existing distressed paint, but we've also used it to create paint schemes for entire vehicles. So we're going to take you step by step through the process on how to distress existing paint, how to match patina on new panels, and how to create a patina paint job on a completely bare metal panel. If you have any questions about the process, make sure to leave them in the comments!
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[@lanemichaelmcconnell-hand1472]

I have a 1966 impala sedan that I am building with my girls. My youngest named it the Swampala and we are building it to look like a monster. I have trying to figure out how to do patina and your video has just shown me the plan for our beast. I put down a coat of black, then oxide red, then dark green. Now going to top it off with matte black and sand it back down for a patina look, like it crawled out of a swamp to eat. also the interior is all blood red. Thanks for the awesome content and the ideas. Killer builds. I am now a lifetime Subscriber. Keep up the badass work.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That's awesome! If you post a picture on instagram, make sure to tag us. We'd love to see it! Nothing beats a family project!

[@GlassWerx]

Did a buddies truck like this. Was an old Ford always broke down i did wear spots on rear of bed n tailgate where he was always pushing it and along edge of hood bc it was always opened and closed and under windows and along window frame where ud pull door closed and where your arm would ride when window were down when it was running. He didn't think the rear and hood was funny @ first but grew on him.

[@erikrapoport7318]

Should have put a heated tailgate panel so his hands can stay warm

[@GlassWerx]

@@erikrapoport7318 lmao yeah the few days a year it actually gets cold here the truck ran like a champ. He kept a cooler stadium chairs sunblock comfortable walking shoes and leather gloves n the truck for the rest of the year

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That hilarious! It's those little things on the truck that make it that much more special too

[@MrBigSRT]

Rust primer color and expresso brown make a great combo with the OG color.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Definitely! Understanding color theory goes a long way when you're mixing and matching paint for a patina!

[@brianspalding7693]

I am so glad you did this episode ! 2 days ago we had a very close call with my grandson. He was in by buddies 72 GMC suburban and pulled it into neutral on a hill. I couldn't get to it in time so it smacked a tree. Everyone is fine except the burb. It was the coolest blue patina and I thought I had just forced him into a paint job he didn't want. Now I can use this method to save the look! And I think I'll fix the parking brake too. :)

[@inforolleri4191]

Oh no way, sorry hear that but thank God he's ok. if you need any pointers hit us up.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That sucks! But everyone walked away from it, so you can't ask for much more. Now you guys all have a good project to bond over though!

[@Billyspacerocket]

Mike has MAD Skills in patina restoration / Thanks for sharing 😎😎

[@inforolleri4191]

appreciate that Billy, its def fun and artistic. thanks for watching brother

[@shadetreemetalworks]

Puddin's Fab Shop has a real nice Travel-All, too. You should check it out if you haven't seen it. I think it's LS swapped, lays frame, looks sick. Looking forward to the build!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!!! We'll have to check them out some time

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Looks great, will need to do this on some sections of my 62 C10 project. The satin clear is my favorite.

[@fishpony1211]

I feel like ive been waiting for this video my whole life… doing a patina tahoe right now. Need to try this solution u made!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

You can try different ratios with the solution too. But we've found the peroxide really helps a ton with it!

[@smithjohn3080]

Old skool trick instead of sanding off the applied primer and paint is a rag with acetone or thinner and just wipe the "worn" areas with the solvent rag

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Interesting, I will need to give that a try. Thx bud

[@mickylinehan5593]

The gloss clear looks banging...mikey giving us a masterclass of patina/ distressed look. Thanks for the excellent content guys....mikey from west London 🇬🇧

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks for watching! We really appreciate the support! Especially from all the way around the globe!

[@pixelupper]

Great video boys. Didnt even know this was the process and how simple it is.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

You can do it on just about anything metal too! So if you're feeling a bit artsy and have nothing to do this weekend, give it a shot on anything you got laying around the house!

[@jamesbruce9418]

Liked the look on top part of door the best , it looked most realistic, loved the look of station wagon the best !!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks so much!

[@AmfP_89]

I've never been a huge fan of patina until I seen chaching and the bel air. I love it

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We turned you over to the dark side! lol

[@JenzRock]

As always, you showing how it’s done. Keep it up. Can’t wait for the series.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@reddragonaut]

Thanks for all the tips! I inherited my Great Grandpa's 61 F100. Clear coat is peeling, I'm over it. It was originally white, then it was painted orange and lastly it was painted this nice blue color. I think the color combo is going to look amazing with all those layers. I have a pretty good eye, she's going to look nasty, I can't wait.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That's going to look sick! The contrasting colors will really make it pop!

[@camm6991]

Another rad ep, love Thursday mornings (here in Aus!). Watching this stuff makes me want to go and start rubbing holes in my Nova's good but not perfect paint so I can just enjoy it more and not worry about dirt/rain etc. :p

[@inforolleri4191]

The Cam, yah man that's my favorite part of keeping it rustic. NO WORRYS

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Go for it!!!

[@rafaelnf]

Amazing tutorial! I have a 99 Dakota here in Brazil.. but she is too new for this patina... Wish I could buy a blue Beetle from the 70's to try it! Congrats guys! Keep up the great work!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

You can do it on anything metal! Give it a shot with your toolbox or shelving. Make some cool garage decor!

[@BrettBernier]

Results are astounding. Awesome effects

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@klassicracer]

Brilliant video, absolutely love the patina look. I'm in England where everyone gets rust sometime in their lives so I'm looking to get this finish on my Ford Capri project instead of the concours show look. Need to make with the vinegar..

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That's the way to go! It stands out in a crowd and you're not stressed about someone ruining your perfect paint job!

[@frankhomen2632]

That was a very cool video on the patina look. Me and my son are building a 1966 C10 short bed and contemplating on what color to paint the truck but watching your video made up my mind on going with the patina look thank you for the great content and I also subscribed to the channel for more great video and tutorials contents.

[@jonathanfreeman1983]

Man my heart aches for more DeLorean content

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We're trying to get you some as soon as possible!

[@sleeks9939]

My dream car I can not afford. But really love there build to the max!that DeLorean is orgasm 🤣😂

[@Jusdin057]

Hell yes, great video. Sorry to see Cha-ching go. It is a hellova car.

[@inforolleri4191]

Yah man, she will be missed but now were on to the next one.

[@jjacobsjr1]

I have 1954 F-100 pick-up that I have been wanting to paint in patina and after watching your video I want to start it now 😎 so pleased I found your page. I might Take you up on your offer to ask any advice or questions I may have. Thanks Man!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Awesome! Yah man let’s us know if you need anything

[@oldblueshhrchannel1847]

Awesome content Mike, thanks for the info! You even had your biggest fan shadow you ! Can’t wait to see the Travelall progress videos! Thanks again!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks for watching! And thanks for all the support!

[@VinnyMartello]

I love a good rat Rod but I’m a bit of a purist when it comes to IH. I’m painstakingly rebuilding my 392 and with major improvements. Will run a comp street cam and have the rotating assembly balanced.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That's awesome! Hopefully one day we can get to driving them side by side!

[@VinnyMartello]

@@SalvagetoSavage Not out of the realm of possibility. Every car I build is intended to be driven not trailered. Ive already taken my 66 C10 across these United States!

[@GlassWerx]

Hate that cha Ching is gone but definitely love that travelall

[@SalvagetoSavage]

It needed to happen eventually! Good thing we can always build another!

[@Willdrknght]

Looks mint 👌🏻 can’t wait to see the International finished ✌🏻

[@inforolleri4191]

Thanks Will, the wagon is gonna be a bitchin ride for sure.

[@alanpaulick7815]

Awesomely done guy's and thanks for the handy tips. Thanks for sharing your video 📹

[@SalvagetoSavage]

If you do your own patina, make sure to tag us! We'd love to see it!

[@WheelLoveTV]

As I prepare to make a vid on a faux petina job we re about to do on a vw caddy, I find this gem and it’s by one of my fav channels! Thanks! 🥲🙏🏽🤌🏽

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks brother. I’d you have any questions hit us up

[@adamesser7112]

Wait...What! Cha Ching is gone.....love that truck, SKÅÅÅÅL Cha Ching🍻🇳🇴🍻

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We'll build ourselves a new chaching once we get over the heartache of letting her go!

[@mattreyes79]

Nice work! Great explanation of the process.

[@inforolleri4191]

Thanks Matt!!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you liked it!

[@6gatornation]

Great vid Fixing to do my 2000 white Ford excursion It started rusting on the roof Just got to make it a match Thx for the help

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad the video was useful to you! Let us know how it turns out!

[@JordanFran-J22J]

Your in Florida where u don't have to worry bot snow n salt on vehicles the bottom of that tailgate would have rust on it!!! But great video by far!!!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks for the support! Mikey definitely went for a "florida style" patina! lol

[@JordanFran-J22J]

@@SalvagetoSavage lol still turned out killer from what it started out as!!! After watching Mikey do it and how easy it looked makes me wanta do it to my pickup!!! Keep up wit d great videos!

[@johnbehneman1546]

I LOVE IT!!! TOTALLY AWSOME EDUCATION!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING AND I LEARNED SO MUCH!!!! A MUST-WATCH!!!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TOMIMK2]

nice video men, excellent patina prep, I prefer the matte finish, but it's amazing how those patinas look. I would love to work with such talented people to be able to absorb all that! greetings from Argentina!

[@inforolleri4191]

yah man I prefer the satin finish personally. but that's the best part about building and creating we all have our on preference on the finish product.

[@turnerway14]

I wanna do this to my 2007 NNBS Sierra crew cab after i slam it and do all the frame/suspension work. C10 style without the price tag

[@SalvagetoSavage]

The c10s are definitely getting pricey! But that would be a sick project! Let us know how it goes

[@ImpalaSuperSport]

If you want to see how an all original 1967 C10 Custom Cab short-bed patinas originally I can send you pictures. I have my Grandfather’s that has never been painted, and never been wrecked. It has amazing patina on it dude! I’m actually getting ready to do the the whole Poppy’s Patina “The Whole Shebang” kit on it. I’d love for y’all to see how this turns out 👍🏻👍🏻

[@pickledcottoncandy]

I would love to see that.

[@lilskullstattoos9372]

Nice flow from a can far out

[@onemansvideos2134]

Iron powder works also you dust it over your project and use an agent over it and it creates a rust effect

[@onemansvideos2134]

Check that video out

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks for the heads up! We'll definitely check that out!

[@emileelowry6807]

do you have a link to video? thx you

[@Noahlochner0]

Hell yeah! You killed it!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@jonathanfreeman1983]

Always teaching us something extremely interesting. Good work as always gang

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you so much!

[@777Bviews]

Warn out paint is the best. Less stress and if my truck gets a scratch I say which one?

[@SalvagetoSavage]

It's awesome being able to bring them to shows and not worry about who's leaning against it!

[@commcheck4175]

Thanks for sharing the knowledge. This video completely motivated me to get started.💨

[@SalvagetoSavage]

the fun thing about this is that it's not permanent! If you don't like how it looks, add another layer of paint and sand some more! Good luck on your project!

[@Furree_68]

Great episode as always from you guys! Looking forward to see the new build.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We're excited to show you guys all our plans for it!

[@boneal4942]

Awesome tutorial! Cha Ching C10 is So Nice👍

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We're definitely missing her right now!

[@suprmn1978]

CHA-CHING FOR LIFE!!! Awwwwwwww😢

[@davidlennard4063]

Nice work hello from Australia

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!!!

[@Scott_G]

These guys need more likes and subs!! Their shop truck just got repoed!! Haha, sad to see ChaChing leave guys.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

hahaha!!! we're just hoping the new owner rips it as hard as us!

[@1973GLH]

always a pleasure to watch you craft a master piece.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@e.s.bryant765]

Thanks for the new video guys! Love this chanel.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@BrainsofFrank]

Bye cha-Ching! I’ll miss you just as much as Mikey will. I don’t know where you’re going but have fun And make smile’s happen

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Hopefully the new owner really puts the pedal to the metal when he takes her out!

[@Ryukachoo]

To be honest, I don't know about fake patina, but the effect you guys got with relatively easy steps is pretty impressive. And hey, it's better than a fake patina wrap, eww

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We love to abuse our shop cars. So having a super pristine paint job isn't an option. So the faux patina is a good way to have a messed up paint job that someone can't point out and say "hey, the finish on your paint sucks!"

[@soldozer]

@@SalvagetoSavage "Look at all the orange peel!"

[@slowmovingvdubs9539]

Amazing video! Thank you so much for sharing. Can’t wait to try it on my project. Just curious about what kind of Cheyenne has. They look killer!

[@chrismooney5737]

That looks sick

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks!

[@ironoaok]

Take a shot every time he says "Patina"

[@SalvagetoSavage]

You'll be trashed within 3 minutes! lol

[@kriegs6362]

Must say AWESOME Tutorial, love the 'tina look even before it was pop or rat rod kool back in middle school(the 80's) This will help a ton on hopefully completing my 90 c1500 shop truck and several other side projects...definitely worth a sub for the kool projects and knowledge share!!! 🧨👍

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks so much!

[@bradkeskey]

Great video exactly the process I was looking to see!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ziverbeyoglu7824]

Will these actions (peroxide vs) harm the car? Doesnt the hood of the car rot snd disappear?

[@VinnyMartello]

I appreciate the video. I’m doing this but overkill. Epoxy primer, black urethane, rust urethane, blue urethane. Once I finish body and paint I want it to hold up for twenty years of daily driving.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Definitely check out the Poppy's Patina line! They're urethane clear coats hold up to the elements really well!

[@VinnyMartello]

@@SalvagetoSavage Thanks for the tip!!!

[@jesusbustamante2717]

Bad ass video I want to do my 1979 el camino this way lowered with fat white walls

[@SalvagetoSavage]

A patina would look sick on an elco! let us now how it goes!

[@southtexas4777]

Question, I have a 63 falcon with awsome petina, but the damn car is babycrap yellow/brown. How could I change major color of car but save the original petina. Car sat in one place 37 years.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

I would find a complimentary color to that original paint, respray the car, then sand down to that original yellow to your liking!

[@rockyp544]

I know this video is old but if anyone can answer. Will the viniger and salt solution cause cancer in the metal?

[@SalvagetoSavage]

If you seal off the metal so that the rust can't continue to oxidize, the metal will be fine!

[@vincentrobitaille1561]

What kind of prep did you have to do on the rusted part of the door before spraying the clear? I'm guessing you can't wipe it clean or degrease it since it'll wipe of the surface rust you just created... Thanks for the advice love the vids🤟🏽

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Check out the Vandura Poppy's Patina episode! We go over the whole process there!

[@squarebodybuilder]

Thanks for doing this episode.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thanks for watching!

[@dylancheek541]

That spray mixture you made was the best thing I’ve seen that looks close to my patina. Would it be possible to reach out to you somehow on some tips to match my patina for my new doors? I’d love for it to look the same but it’s different than most.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Yes of course! Hit us up anytime

[@Boxbirder]

Use concentrated vinegar and popcorn salt

[@SalvagetoSavage]

That's a good method too

[@Average1212]

I love the look but you are literally painting over surface rust, won't the sheet metal continue to rust over time? How does the clear coat stop rust, of you paint over rust it just keeps eating away? Genuinely curious as any other rust inhibitor i have seen will turn iron oxidization black.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Rust is just oxidation. So if you seal in the surface from the oxygen, the metal can't continue to oxidize and won't continue to rust. Rust inhibitor works in a similar way, but the chemistry is a bit different. You don't need to build a thick coat of rust inhibitor for it to work. With the Poppy's Patina, the thicker protective coat is what creates the protection from further oxidation

[@shaelui]

Nice mate, perfect tutorial of what I want for my van, I’m doing exactly this. Legend

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad it helped!! Hope the project turns out great!

[@fernandoolivares7229]

Awesome Video 💯👍🏾

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@gyulakovacs1334]

Nice job, thanks.

[@rickyhernandez8735]

I have to say I love watching this channel awesome videos

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you so much!

[@LuisRamirez-ts3rp]

I’m so definitely into this vid

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@hem1kat]

Love that Harvester. Looking forward to the build

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We're excited to smoke the tires at LS fest!

[@hackshop1]

Nice work fellas

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@ziverbeyoglu7824]

Can u write a list of all materials i need to use? Which material should i use at which stage? İ want to build my car..

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We laid out everything you need in the video

[@lsucody3687]

Love this so dang interesting

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@juniorclassicvwbugs924]

LOVED IT

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!!

[@ratgasgarage]

Thanks for the tutorial brother great video, painted cars cuase stress I love it, Aloha and Hang Loose

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Glad you liked it!!

[@nicholasallison8559]

No hate. Love your builds

[@nickhale5699]

Great vid. Do you recommend satin, matte or gloss poppys? Cheers.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We've used em all. It really depends on your personal preference and what you're trying to go for. We really like the satin and the matte here but we've used the gloss a few times as well!

[@ShotByDale]

Why does poppy's patina say its wipe on but yall always spray it on? Is it to avoid runs? You can get the same look with "sweet patinas" wipe on product and its not permanent.

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Good question, was wondering if anyone would pick up on that. So king story short, you can only use the whip on if it’s the real deal automotive paint that has faded or weathered over time. If you whip on after using spray cans it will smear. As far as the sweet patina I think that’s more of an oil that has to be reapplied. And leaves you a greasy

[@bluesky-vw1jo]

I like your work

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you!

[@b_for_brett]

I hate the ratrod trend but there’s no doubt you got some skills mate, good job 👍

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you! It's definitely not for everyone, but we love doing this to our trucks because we don't like stressing over those super expensive paint jobs. We've parked chachaching up at car shows, sat on the bed and had chili dog spill onto the paint and didn't worry about cleaning it till the morning.

[@ernestlee3264]

Is there a way to do it on a plastic chrome exterior trim on a car?

[@SalvagetoSavage]

The patina spray only works because it oxidizes the metal. It wouldn't be effective on plastics

[@4.8Flatbed]

Hey man, I followed all of your steps but when I touch the "rust" it comes off super easy. Is that normal? Should I just not touch it afterwards and get it cleared as fast as possible. I'm doing this on a Japanese truck. Ik that Japanese steel is tough 🤣 wasn't sure if it just wasn't etching into the metal enough or it really wasn't supposed to be embedded in

[@SalvagetoSavage]

It's pretty normal for it to come off easily like that. That concoction just works to promote oxidation of the metal, but it's not really strong enough to dig down into the metal really fast. Etching the metal a bit more might be helpful, but also, if you have the time to wait, giving it a few days to oxidate some more will help it bite into the metal some. If you don't want to wait, throwing some clear on it will help seal it all in though!

[@4.8Flatbed]

@SalvagetoSavage So I actually did this! I used a scotch bright and wet sanded the entire thing down. It definitely scuffed the metal up better. The rust is wayyyyy better binded to thr bare metal than it was. I could take it off with my finger before. Appreciate the response

[@fnaauto7282]

You can back it into your uncles truck too, adds way more character 👍

[@SalvagetoSavage]

When he runs outa the house screamin "what the hell are you doin?!" you can just look out your window and say "it's called patina uncle bob. you're welcome"

[@fnaauto7282]

@@SalvagetoSavage that’s a 2 for 1 deal unc 💪🤝

[@camomanofcranham]

great video

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

I'm trying to think of a cool name for the Travel-All, but I can't. Either way, I'm sure it'll be cool!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

I got a name for it already, it wouldn’t make sense now so in time I’ll tell

[@LuisRamirez-ts3rp]

BIG ASS FAN 💪🏽💪🏽

[@SalvagetoSavage]

The one making it look like the lights are flickering? lol!

[@awes545ful]

Bro beer man if your looking for rust beer will do it quick and thick

[@SalvagetoSavage]

We'll definitely have to give that a shot next!

[@billrutter5246]

Mikey did you sell that Truck Bro the Cha Ching

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Yah man, she’s gone

[@gordon1124]

The HHH of patina

[@bigal50239]

I want to clear my 65 c10. However I’m nervous the clear will eventually bubble or peel. What do you think?

[@matiasurenda1787]

Se puede lograr un buen efecto de óxido con sulfato de cobre y ácido clorhídrico!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Vamos a tratar eso el siguiente tiempo! Gracias!

[@stigrunetefke2157]

You have so meny cool cars :)

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Thank you 🤗

[@ziverbeyoglu7824]

Does the patina job couse the car to rot? Doesnt rust rot the car?

[@SalvagetoSavage]

It won't rot the car if you seal it in with the urethane coating like we had

[@artmadebydi]

❤ I'm gonna try this

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Let us know how it goes!

[@georgegamon1208]

What would I need to send my truck to you guys

[@SalvagetoSavage]

I big bag of cash would definitely help. Lol 😂

[@TomSafariDust]

By far the best video I have seen on this, thank you and subscribed!!

[@SalvagetoSavage]

Welcome aboard!

[@cadenpeeler]

Does cha ching have the poppy’s clear coat on it ?