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Tarnishing copper

I have made a pot rack for the kitchen out of copper tubing and would like to tarnish it to match existing light fixtures and decor. Unfortunately, all I can find is products and advice on how to remove tarnish. Any ideas?

Thanks,

Tim Catton
- Ely, MN, USA

If you simply remove any finish and expose it to air, the metal will naturally brown. For other shades, or to accelerate the process, use a little flat brown paint applied with a very dry brush at the junctions and corners. Flat green paint will give a verdigris effect.

Ben Wiedemann
- Granville, Minnesota

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