{"product_id":"classical-cameo-iod-paint-inlay","title":"Classical Cameo Paint Inlay (IOD) Iron Orchid Designs- 12×16 Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003eChannel the grandeur of ancient Greece and Rome with the \u003cstrong\u003eClassical Cameo Paint Inlay by Iron Orchid Designs\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed in collaboration with \u003cem\u003eAnnie Sloan\u003c\/em\u003e, artist and inventor of Chalk Paint®. \u003cem\u003eClassical Cameo\u003c\/em\u003e celebrates quintessential Greco-Roman motifs — laurel leaves, oval cameo portraits, and profile portraiture — drawn from the ornamental carvings found on the statues, buildings, and furniture of antiquity. Eight generous 12”×16” sheets deliver a complete vocabulary of neoclassical ornament, ready to transform painted furniture into something that feels like it belongs in a grand European salon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a dresser crowned with a continuous laurel-leaf frieze, its drawer fronts adorned with a laurel-wreathed emperor in profile and a serene goddess cameo, the whole composition anchored by egg-and-dart borders and fan-shell drops. Classical Cameo makes that vision achievable — one sheet at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 sheets of paint inlay, each 12” × 16”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCameo portraits:\u003c\/strong\u003e laurel-wreathed male profile (emperor\/Caesar), female profile (goddess\/Venus), small botanical oval medallion in grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder \u0026amp; frieze strips:\u003c\/strong\u003e laurel leaf garland border (black on gold), egg-and-dart border (gold\/grey\/black), pearl-dot border, fluted column border (gold\/cream), diamond-leaf border (gold), swag-and-dot border (black line), fan-shell drop border (gold)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccent elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e individual leaf sprigs, small dot accents, repeating oval motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeoclassical palette: warm gold, soft taupe\/cream, cool grey, and crisp black line work on a white ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout IOD Paint Inlays\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIOD Paint Inlays are not transfers — they are a decal. When applied, artisanal paint is embedded into your surface, leaving an almost leather-like finish. The results are visually interesting, textually complex, and may appear inherently distressed. The paint formula remains ‘active’ until sealed, allowing you to blend, soften, or add color before finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan the layout of your designs on your surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim away the excess margins on each inlay sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn an appropriately prepared surface, apply a generous and even coat of mineral-based chalk type paint. Work in small sections no larger than 12”×16”, managing the drying window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile the paint is still wet, lay the inlay sheet design-side down (grids are printed on the back for easy identification). Keep it taut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpritz lightly with an even mist of water. Using a smooth damp sponge or folded soft cloth, pat down with even light pressure to ensure the design makes good contact. Avoid excessive moving or dragging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat steps 3–5 to complete your design, lining up sections as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry thoroughly. Drying time varies by conditions; typically an hour or two is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen ready to remove, spritz the sheets evenly with water and allow 15–30 seconds to absorb. Starting at one corner, gently pull the paper up at a low angle. Re-spritz and wait if it does not release easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce dry, you may use water to blend out or soften the design, or add color — the pigment remains movable and active until sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal with at least two coats of a water-based sealer (50\/50 sealer\/water dilution spritzed on, then brush on your finish coat). A minimum of two coats is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips for Best Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature in a dry area until ready to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a chalk-type paint that does not contain polymers for best results. Polymer-based paints and topcoats can also be used, but timing and results vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaints and coatings vary dramatically between manufacturers — always test on a scrap when uncertain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA note on wax furniture sealers: some wax sealers work well with IOD Paint Inlays, but like other coatings, formulas vary. Always check with your stockist and join the IOD community for product-related tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inlay will appear a shade or two lighter before sealing, and will darken a bit when sealed. If doing a low-contrast color combination, test first to ensure enough contrast against the background color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can often get a beautifully faded impression with residual pigment on leftover sheets — depending on techniques and colors, sometimes even a third impression is possible!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUS Patent 11,345,183. Made in China. All designs are property of Iron Orchid Designs®. All rights reserved.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Orchid Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48914876498139,"sku":"IOD-INL-CLA","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/8409\/3403\/files\/Classical_Cameo_front.jpg?v=1782652265","url":"https:\/\/eandrcreations.com\/products\/classical-cameo-iod-paint-inlay","provider":"E\u0026R Creations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}