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Faux Painting - Choosing Your Faux Finish (228 views)
By Sandra Silva
Faux Painting is the fastest growing form of decorative painting there is. If you are reading this article, you've probably been searching the web to find the most affordable and easiest way to "do it yourself". There are a lot of different faux finishing techniques besides the well known sponging or ragging, but before you decide to start any project or buy any faux painting tools, there are a few important things that should be thought out clearly before you start faux painting in order to avoid major complications or problems that.. read more

Applying a Faux Marble Finish to Surfaces (334 views)
By Sandra Silva
Real marble can be extremely expensive. But with faux painting techniques, you can create the look of marble at a price that you can afford. You don't even need to be a professional painter to get great results!.. read more

Faux Your Mantle (358 views)
By David Cook
Here's how to make your cast plaster mantle and hearth look like sandstone... read more

Wallprinting: A great Alternative to wallpaper and ordinary stencils! (364 views)
By Silversponmurals.com
Forget about using ordinary stencils on your wall. Create the look of a professional decorative painter in a minimal amount of time using a pattern roller... read more

How to Create an Easy Grasscloth Finish Using Textured Paint (985 views)
By Silversponmurals.com
The look of grasscloth and its popularity this year is on the rise. Grasscloth gives your walls an amazing texture that will give your room that cozy, earthy feeling. You don't have to use real grasscloth or opt for wallpaper. You can create this look with textured paint... read more

Home Improvements During Tough Times (96 views)
By David Cook
It is no secret that we have entered a very tough time in history. But life does not stop and home improvements still need to be made. The big idea now is make these improvements yourself. Your home's value will be increased and you will be so happy with yourself for taking the time and making the effort... read more

Faux Painting A Rug On Your Floor (931 views)
By LeeAnna Bruce
If you are looking for a great DIY project that will add amazing appeal to a plain floor, then you might want to try your hand at painting a Faux Rug... read more

Faux Granite Countertop: Cheaper Than Stone (2430 views)
By A Sneddon
Mining and fabrication technology has brought the price of granite countertops down considerably over the past few years, but it still is not within reach of many people, and, while granite is fast becoming the material of choice, to afford the look many are finding a faux granite countertop can achieve a similar look without the similar expense... read more

Faux Wall Finishes: What Paints Are Best? (72 views)
By Debra: That Painter Lady
Which paint you should choose will depend on where you want to use it and the particular effect you want. High quality paint is always worth buying to achieve the best finish but you will also need to match.. read more

Faux Finishes For Walls: Essential Supplies (215 views)
By Debra: That Painter Lady
Faux painting is a way to achieve extraordinary decorating effects, yet it isn’t expensive and you don’t need to splash out on piles of gadgets and specialist equipment. Save your money for quality paints. You might want a few extras, such as stencils for some finishes, but you may already have most or all of the equipment you need... read more

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