Distress your Kymera Wand

Step 4 Polish

I used mat paint because it allows me to control the level of gloss on the surface. You can always polish up mat paint, and it gives a lovely flat finish. Gloss paint tends to look more fake on this sort of project and it is hard to get the variation between mat and antique "worn" gloss that you want in a distressed piece if you use gloss paint to start with.

Leave the wand overnight to really harden off and dry properly. If you can, leave it somewhere warm and ventilated. 

When the paint coating is really dry, rub you hand up and down the shaft (steady guys...) to bring it up to a gentle sheen.