Step-by-Step Tutorial: Patina on Metal for Home Exteriors
Remodeling the exterior of our house in metal is a dream that has come true. After extensive research and practice, we made it project happen. The entire process can be found in a step by step video tutorial and will provide information and inspiration to anyone interested in a different look for the exterior of your place. Above all, patina on metal is a very unique, eye catching and unique technique.
Before and After
Our house is 17 years old. All in all, some problems needed to be fixed, the look upgraded. The goal was to change the overall look without spending a fortune on huge structural changes.
Resizing the windows
Resizing the windows was an essential upgrade. We went from 5 tall and 4 feet wide to 6 feet by 6 feet.
The original windows were very basic and small considering our view. The new, larger 6′ by 6′ size makes a huge difference. Also, the mountain view is better than ever.
Preparing the exterior
We began with the removal of the aging faux rock. Preparing the raw wood, we wrapped and prepared for the new material.
Hanging the Cold Rolled Steel
The cold rolled steel pieces are 12 inches wide and fabricated to lock together. Blues and purples were my goal colors for the finished patina.
We used a cold rolled steel, from Cypress Metals. The metal is 12 inches wide and also fabricated to fit together as it’s installed. We used the Copper Plating and Torch Patinas from Sculpt Nouveau. This gave a rainbow effect, and we really like how it turned out.
Wood on the Front Porch
In the front porch area, pine wood was used, this area is mostly protected from the elements. Also, the plan is to use the wood to add more color.
The paint is a darker turquoise which adds a lovely pop of color. It pulls the blues out in the metal patina surrounding the porch.
Stucco covers the other three sides of the house. All of the stucco is now a pale lavender color. The look is new and refreshing compared to the old tan color.
New gutters
We opted for rounded gutters on this very basic exterior. Hoping to add flair to the sides and back of the house. Incidentally, the original crappy gutters are what started it all. Installed incorrectly, the old gutters caused the stone to slowly fall off over the years. These new, durable and heavy duty aluminum gutters should last for many years.
The finished project… so long in the making and planning. It’s a delight to come home to. We love the way all of the exterior elements came together. Check out my Patina House Project DIY video for the step by step details of the projects. The video is very helpful if you’re contemplating taking on a patina project on metal in a larger format like this one. I hope this patina on metal for residentail use is helpful for your next project. Thanks!
