Archive for May, 2007

Faux Granite Switchplates

Kitchens counters and backsplashes created with rich, colorful granite are one of the most popular upgrages you can have in your home.  Can't afford granite countertops?  Create them your self with Faux Painting.  It's an easy and affordable way to change boring, chipped and outdated Formica counters …

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Colors and Technique to Create a Faux Wood Door

Faux Painting Wood Door

Changing a metal or wood door from plain builder …

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How to Paint Over A Crackle Faux Finish

Cracked PaintPainting over a cracked or crackle style faux finish is tricky. All Faux Painting can be painted over, but each time you decide to paint over any paint you have to take into accout what it …

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What to Use to Protect a Faux Painted Floor?

Do you want to cover up your ugly floor? Wouldn't you love to paint a finish on your bathroom or kitchen floor that would liven up the space? But… you just know it will wear off or be damaged by water.  This question was recently asked by …

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What sort of faux painting would you use on very rough textured walls?

A reader wrote in and asked a question about Faux Painting on Textured Walls. She had tried a Dragging Technique, but that only works well on smooth walls. Working with the texture is much more fun and you will have better results. You will be so surprised …

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Faux Brick Stencil, Patio Stencils and Paint on Sale 25% off Stencil Ease!

Wow… the Stencil Ease company has a huge sale on right now! Fix up your patio with these great stencils, patio paints and foam rollers for spring. You can even combine them with faux painting.

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What Color Do I Rag With to Tone Down Paint Color?

Here is a problem many of you might like to have an answer in your bag of tricks.  You have just painted your walls the perfect (you thought) color to co-ordinate with the tile on the floor and backsplash.  Once you have painted the entire room, it seems the color …

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