Trim work like doors, frames and casework are usually constructed of wood, vinyl, or metal. Paint the entrance and exit points last, as this will allows the paint finishes will be undisturbed and allowed to dry upon completion of the room. It is easiest to paint a door on its hinges, by cleaning the hinges ...

Harmonised stripes on your wall can give a sophisticated look and add interest to plain walls. It can be done with a steady hand and the proper brush, or with masking tape. For example, soft shades of green and blue produces a minty sweet colour scheme, as the  blue base coat provides one stripe; green ...

Faux painting or Faux finishing are terms used to describe a wide range of decorative painting techniques. Faux, derived from the French word for "fake", faux painting began as a form of replicating materials such as marble and wood with paint, but has come to encompass many other decorative finishes for walls and furniture.From cave ...

There are many faux finishing techniques and there are a few important things that should be thought out clearly before you start faux painting. You will need to consider a few things in order to avoid major complications or problems that might delay or completely derail a work in progress.Before you choose what faux finishing ...

Always make a checklist of the tools and materials that you will be using. Each faux finish project has different tools and material requirements, and knowing what you need and how much of it is important so that you don’t have to go running to the hardware store and break your mid-stride during your project ...

Lime washing is a technique where you end up with a white chalky look to the walls rather than an accent color (that you get with colour washing technique). Tools and Materials:Paint for the base coat  Paint roller Sandpaper and drywall compound  Putty knife  Drop cloths  Painter\'s tape  White flat paint for the cover coat  Mixing container  Water based varnish  Color washing paintbrush (3" to ...

Rag rolling technique is as straight forward as its name implies – you just roll paint on or off a prepared surface by rolling a rag across the wall. Tools and Materials:One or two glazes in complimentary colors  Bucket of clean water  Painter\'s tape and a drop cloth  Rag or ragging roller cover  Newspaper for dapping off excess paint  Practice board ...

Creating a faux leather finishing is a great way to erase or mask many minimal problems with your walls like small dings and dents. It also invokes a feeling of warmth and coziness in the room.Tools and Materials:Paint Tray and Rollers  Painter’s Tape  Paint Brushes  Foam Brushes  Bucket of Clean Water  Clean Rags  Chamois Cloth  Rubber Band  Glazing Medium  Cream Latex Paint  Tan Latex Paint  Scissors  Prep ...

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 when it comes to painting walls, there is one important step: prepping your wall. Ensure ...

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 and Materials:1 quart of white primer paint  1 cup of thinner (or water)  Mixing can  Paint brush  Clean cloths (old ...

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 is easy to add a little bit of old world charm to your home without ...

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 handy. It will give you the desired look in mind without having to dig deep ...

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 you use to apply the glaze - brushes, sponges or cloths (regular cotton, cheese cloth) ...

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 you back at least 60 dollars for every square foot, and if you have a ...

 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 to paint clouds with the steps below:Tools and Materials primer  blue, satin finish paint  white, semi-gloss paint  glaze  full-size paint roller  4-inch ...