Sunday, August 1, 2010

Faux Finish Painting

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One of the most popular trends in interior decoration for the home is faux finish painting. And that is not surprising at all! After all, a faux finish can do so much for a room that is otherwise dull and boring. It can create depth and texture, add a touch of elegance or a dash of color, or just create a unique ambiance. There are so many faux finishes to choose from such as: leather faux finish; faux clouds; denim faux finish; faux brick finish; silk faux finish; parchment faux finish; marble faux finish; suede faux finish. And to top it all, faux finish painting is easy as well as affordable.

There are various techniques that are employed to create these faux finishing effects. In order to get the best effects, it is advisable to use the best quality tools, glazes and paints. Although the initial cost of high quality materials may be more, however, in the end you will find yourself saving money, headaches, as well as time by using them rather than cheaper ones.

Whether you want to create a suede faux finish for your den or a faux cloud effect in your living room, it is important not to rush through the surface preparation process. Taking your time over it and doing it right is very important. There are many types of faux finishing techniques such as: Color Washing; Sponge Painting; Crackle Painting; Ragging; Rag Rolling; and Painting Stripes. Given below are a two of the most popular faux finishing techniques – Color Washing and Sponge Painting – which you can learn in order to create these special faux finishing effects. 

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