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FEATURED VIDEO: How to Apply a Plastique Faux Painting Technique

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How to Apply a Plastique Faux Painting Technique

Plastique is a faux painting technique that provides rich, mottled texture to enhance any room.

How to Apply a Double-Process Strie Faux Painting Technique

Faux painting techniques, like this double-process burlap strie, can add grace and sophistication to any room.

How to Apply a Stripes Faux Painting Technique

The technique of faux painting adds grace and sophistication to any room. Striped effects create rich textures and handmade detail that cannot be matched by wallpaper patterns, and they make a room with a low ceiling appear taller.

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Exterior house paint---- Are there certain colors and finishes that are better than others?

…Hunter Green, should I go with a Satin or Semi-Gloss finish. I have always used a Satin finish--with success (the Satin hides some…
…Gloss retards fading better than other finishes---is this myth? Please help me out…

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Making a semi-gloss finish dull

I recently finished a bookcase and used semi-gloss poly, which it turns out I don't like! Is there something I can do to make it like satin? Should I just put a coat of satin over it? What are my options? Thanks!

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Faux Painting Technique: Plastique

…sanded, smooth and primed wall. Step 2: Add the base coat. The base coat should always be either a satin or a semi-gloss finish. We are using latex paint here for both easy application and cleanup. Apply the base coat over the primer coat with a…

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