Making Wood Look Like Metal. The first step in making a metallic finish on wood is to prepare the surface. Spray the paint onto the wood starting at the top, using a back and forth motion, constantly moving the can of paint to apply a thin coat of paint.

Spray the paint onto the wood starting at the top, using a back and forth motion, constantly moving the can of paint to apply a thin coat of paint. Prepare the surface of the wood. This video will show you how to faux a metal finish on wood, plastic, 3d prints or basically anything!