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Wow…faux wood graining is becoming really hot these days.  Or… is it that its hot and we think we need a new faux painting technique to learn? Either way, another question about graining has crossed my …

Do you ever read instructions… and they seem so clear?  Then you work on the project and it comes out a mess, because the instructions apparently are wrong or they were not clear enough for you to …

Metal ceilings or pressed tin ceilings seem to be making a comeback in some areas of the country. Not only are they being used in old historical style remodels, but they are used in contemporary spaces as …

 Crackle Glaze has been around for years. It has been and is still used to age walls, cabinets and crafts.  What makes it work is often a mystery.   This question comes from a reader …

Dressing up your boring concrete patio slab has become a big trend in the DIY scene.

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  You have painted your bathroom with what you thought was the greatest color ever! Now you find yourself surrounded with bright sea green walls in a very small space.       …

Yesterday, I was hunting for other sites that also listed instructions for painting an Underwater Mural. I found this one:  How To Underwater Mural Technique I hope when you check it out … a ton of good ideas are offered there.   That underwater technique is different than mine …

 LUSTERSTONE™ LusterStone™ is a decorative architectural trowel-on coating produced by Faux Effects. It is a metallic product that is used in layers.  By troweling on… I mean layering with a small paddle like tool that is much …

So many good  questions so little time! 

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Sometimes a faux finish just doesn't turn out like you have planned. This question comes from a reader who used a ragging technique and likes it, but it so busy that she can't find accessories to place on the wall. What should she do? 

Dear Debra, I had painted the main wall of our LR using the ragging technique. I used a tan base color and a light burgundy mixed w/glaze for the faux top coat. I have lived with this for several months now. I like the look and so does everyone else. The problem is I would like to lighten it up using the same paints. The burgundy is a bit heavy and looks "too busy".  just I cant put anything on the wall due to clashing. Basically, I want the same affect I have only much lighter on the burgundy. Where do I start?  I'm thinking,  painting the wall tan again… But do I just add more glaze to the burgundy? If I add too much doesn't it begin to get lighter meaning lose it's brightness and going towards pinkish? Much appreciated, Lori P

Can you remodel your kitchen with just paint? This video shows you that - yes you can!

This is Jennifer Benjamins’ segment …

This question recently came over my desk. How do faux finish a wall to hide imperfections with a Tuscan or roman Style finish? The reader does not want to use plaster or joint compound to create the look as it would become permanent. Here is the question: 

I recently took wallpaper off my laundry room walls and there is some dry wall damage (did try to spackle/sand,etc but still there). I painted 2 coats of satin paint (color Martha Stewart color D14 Green Tea) and it came out beautiful. I was thinking of maybe doing a faux finish to hide some imperfections. What color(s) would look best - and what faux finish would give me a Roman look. I like the look when someone uses loose plaster but didn't want to do that to the walls because so permanent. Thanks for your assistance!

 First off… congratulations are in order. You are commended in tackling such a yucky job. Taking off wallpaper has got to be on of most "unfavorite" jobs and it usually ends up with drywall damage. I took wallpaper off my bathroom walls and it included a chair rail that had been glued to the walls. 

This is so cool! Anyone who is decorating their home will find a ton of information on the DesignTalk.com website. They have special sections for guest authors and DesignTalk.com asked …

Okay… for those of that still think sponge painting is a work of art, I found a video for your to watch. The video covers the basic technique. You won't learn every detail of sponge painting, but it is a good starting point.For those of you that are gaging at …