Category Archives: Painting

Sponging a wall adds color, interest, depth and texture to a room. It is a quick and easy project to do that is not just easy on the pocket but also takes less time than hassling with wallpapering. As always … Continue reading →

This is a technique to lighten dark wood/older wood by applying white stain to the surface and wiping it off, allowing the underlying wood grain to show through, with the white highlights brightening the overall appearance of the wood.  Tools … Continue reading →

Faux Antiquing is a way to achieve an antique look for even the most mundane piece of furniture or even any paint-able surface like doors and walls. From distressing wood with minor dents and scratches, to faux painting techniques, it … Continue reading →

There is a certain rustic quality to bricks, and unless you live in a big city apartment building or loft, the chances of you having actually bricks in your wall are slim. This is where faux painting will come in … Continue reading →

You can do colour washing onto bare wood, furniture or walls. It is basically applying a base coat of colour paint with a second light coat containing a mixture of another colour and glaze. Various visual effects depending on what … Continue reading →

Learning how create a faux granite finish will not only lend an exquisite look to tabletops, desks, kitchen islands, etc., but also help you lower the cost of your remodeling budget. A replacement of countertop with real granite will set … Continue reading →

  Painting a false sky in a small room can open up the space visually. Painting the ceiling in a child’s room adds a bit of airy and whimsical feel. You can create this carefree summer feeling by learning how … Continue reading →