Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes, Revised Edition

Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes, Revised Edition
Author: Marina Niven
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 441
Release: 2021-01-21
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1607655314

• Practical guide to exterior decorating with 25 weatherproof paint effects. • Presents options for five surfaces: plaster, cement, wood, metal, and stone. • Step-by-step projects for walls, garden, patio or porch. • Covers a wide variety of paint effects including stucco treatment, faux tiles, lime washing, verdigris, moss effects, and more. • Introduces new decorative finishes that can withstand the forces of nature as effectively as traditional exterior paints. • Will inspire beginners and more advanced decorators to revitalize their outdoor environment.

Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes, Revised Edition

Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes, Revised Edition
Author: Marina Niven
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781580118149

"Gives information about painting on various outdoor surfaces, such as wood, cement, and plaster. Includes guidance for choosing color, tools, and equipment, and provides detailed step-by-step procedures for each type of outdoor surface discussed"--

Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes

Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes
Author: Marina Niven
Publisher:
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2002
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781859749227

A practical guide to weatherproof paint effects including stucco treatment, faux tiles, limewashing, verdigris and moss effects. The effects are arranged by project: for walls, floors, windows, planters and are in step-by-step format with photographic instructions for ease of reference. Both challenging techniques and basic skills are covered but the reader is left to create the required result or take the inspiration into their own direction.

The Handbook of Painted Decoration

The Handbook of Painted Decoration
Author: Yannick Guégan
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 490
Release: 1996
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780393730012

The essential reference for amateur and professional alike, The Handbook of Painted Decoration is the first book to cover the whole spectrum of trompe l'oeil decorative painting, from classic marbling and wood graining to ancient techniques of decorative painting that have been nearly forgotten.

Tole Painting

Tole Painting
Author: Pat Oxenford
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 397
Release: 2008-09-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0811740862

Tole painting refers to decorative floral designs applied to tinware, traditionally on trays, coffeepots, teapots, cups, mugs, canisters, document boxes, and match safes. In this book, acclaimed painter Pat Oxenford provides guidance on the tools and materials needed to get started, tips on preparing tin for painting, and techniques for pulling the basic strokes that are the foundation for creating designs. Step-by-step photographs and detailed directions are included for using the strokes to create a variety of folk-art flowers and then several complete projects. A gallery of painted tinware offers inspiration.

50 Ways to Paint a Wall

50 Ways to Paint a Wall
Author: Gail McCauley
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2005-05
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781610602846

All the popular and new decorative paint looks made simple. 50 Ways to Paint a Wall is a straightforward guide to creating the stylish paint effects constantly featured on home shows and in shelter magazines. The paint techniques-four dozen plus two-include special applications, geometric designs, faux finishes, and wall embellishments. The techniques and color choices are always on trend, including the contemporary approaches to perennial favorites like sponging and stencils. With fifty choices, which technique is best for the room? Decorator tips will help make the big decision. For each technique, there is a big color swatch of the finished wall, then the best method is explained and photographed step-by-step. With this bargain-priced guide and a can of paint, anyone can transform a room fifty ways.

Recipes for Surfaces

Recipes for Surfaces
Author: Mindy Drucker
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1990-08-15
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 0671682490

Now mastering decorative painting tecnhiques for walls, floors, ceilings, and furniture can be as easy as using a cookbook. This unique guide demonstrates how to create a variety of exciting surface effects using simple, basic painting methods, including color washing, stenciling, wood graining, sponging, and others. Full-color illustrations.

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2004-02-28
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781843400523

'Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes' explores all the decorative techniques you will ever need to decorate your home creatively, innovatively, and with professional results. Techniques from ragging and sponging to woodgraining and marbling, stencilling with brushes, rollers or spray paints, traditional and modern decoupage, staining wood, and distressing metal leaf are explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrated on walls, furniture, and accessories. Examples of how the effects look using different colours are also included, so that you can choose the perfect combinations for your project.

The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques

The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher: Gramercy
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1990
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780517022658

Explains in detail about mixing colors, applying paint, brushes and equipment required. Easy to follow instructions and step by step photographys.