Wood Characteristics
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The art of glazing is an established technique in the furniture industry. Simply stated, a semi-transparent glaze is applied to a door that has a base color and a sealer. This glaze is then hand wiped with a rag to mimic the look of a well-aged door.
Because each piece is glazed by hand, no two doors or drawers will look exactly alike.
Using very distinct shades (light glaze on a dark finish or a dark glaze on a light finish) will produce a bold glaze effect. Using glaze and finish colors that are similar to each other will produce a subtler effect.
Merillat Masterpiece® Townley
Glaze hang-up will accentuate the wood on the end grain giving it a rustic appearance. This look simulates a subtle aged and worn look instead of a manufactured applied process. Some glaze colors achieve an 'antique' appearance with more glazing hanging up in certain areas, while other areas appear worn and faded.
Merillat Classic® LaBelle
Glaze is accentuated in the bead area of this traditional styled door. Expect some uneven hang-up on the top and bottom of the center panel and in areas where natural aging occurs over time. The mitered construction will also show a more defined glaze line.
Merillat Classic® Lariat
The rope detail is ideal for glazing because it will emphasize the intricate grooves of the braided design. The veneered center panel will have delicate glaze hang-up with a soft highlight evident in the mitered corners.