Montana Cans CRACKLE EFFECT is a high pressure gloss paint coating, that is applied over other paints before they are completely dry to give it a crackle-look. Montana Cans CRACKLE EFFECT is made in Germany from high quality ingredients. Directions for Use: Let the base coat dry at least 45 minutes but no more than 24 hours before applying the CRACKLE EFFECT spray. Before use, shake can for 3 minutes. When applying hold can 15 to 25cm away from your desired surface and apply with linear strokes. Apply 2 to 3 even and thin layers. After extensively and evenly applying CRACKLE EFFECT to your primed area, the distressing (cracking) process will begin to occur. For finest crackling results, apply to a completely dry base coat. This application creates small crackles, thick application creates larger crackles. This is a temperature sensitive paint and will have different drying times based on climates. Montana Cans CRACKLE EFFECT spray is high covering and can be top-coated when completely dry and cured. For best results, use with Montana Cans GOLD as the base coat and Montana Cans Varnish as a top coat.