How do you create the crackle finish on the top of a desk?

Answer by  Mazer (173)

Most paint stores sell crackle medium. It's a clear finish that crackles when flat paint is applied on top of it.

Answer by  slickytfox (235)

The desk surface needs to be sanded to its original state. Crackle is an additive to paint that is available at any reputable paint store. It is a very simple mixture of the crackle and the paint that achieves the desired effect as it dries. It is honestly that simple.