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Don Vandervort, Head Homeboy, has written more than 30 DIY home improvement books, been a segment host on HGTV, served as MSN.com's home improvement expert and written countless magazine articles.
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Tissue Paper Paint Texture Effects |
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 From burnished gold to hand-rubbed leather, amazing finishes result from manipulating tissue paper and wallpaper paste on a wall.
You can use these materials simply to create an interesting texture that gives walls an organic, handmade look, or, by choosing colors carefully, you can create faux effects. For the look of gold leaf, paint the textured surface gold and then rub it with a reddish glaze. For leather, choose paint that’s reddish brown, brown, or tan and use a darker glaze. If you aren’t aiming for a faux look but simply want a beautifully textured wall, you can stop after you paint the surface or you can top it with a glaze that brings out the texture. Use a glaze two shades darker than the paint. Materials and tools you’ll need: - Wallpaper paste
- Primer, if necessary
- Tissue paper (enough to cover walls, plus a bit extra)
- Paint (eggshell sheen)
- Glaze, if desired
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- One or more rollers or brushes (for primer, paste, paint, and glaze)
- Chip brushes (1 large, 1 small)
- Paint tray
- Cotton T-shirt rags
- Disposable gloves
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Decorative Paint & Faux Finishes
This Sunset book is by far the best book we have ever seen on the subject of doing your own decorative painting. Step-by-step photos and professional advice guide you through the art of producing many different and stunning faux finishes. Copyright Sunset Publishing Corporation
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