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Masking Trim

2005-10-19T08:25:00.000-07:00

Masking Trim

You can paint like a pro if you mask your work, masking trim you can paint the wallboard right up to the edge of the trim.
Masking trim you protect anything you don't want splattered or painted over.

Masking Wood Trim

You can paint like a pro if you mask your work. Use pre-gummed masking paper or wide masking tape to protect anything you don't want splattered or painted over. Masking is a great way to paint adjacent surfaces, like... more

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Sponging On

2005-04-14T10:44:00.000-07:00

Sponging On

Sponging on is the technique of applying different color paints to a uniform-color base coat. Sponging adds depth to a wall. The more colors sponged on over the base coat, the greater the depth. Glaze coats allow the base paint to show through and extend the drying time of the sponged-on color, giving you more time to work with the effect.

A satin or semigloss base coat is applied with a brush, pad, or roller. The glaze is applied over the base coat with a sea sponge.

Practice, practice, practice. The only way...more

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There Is Always Something To Improve Or Innovate For Comfort

2005-03-20T11:13:00.000-08:00

There Is Always Something To Improve Or Innovate For Comfort

No products are perfect when they are invented or developed in the first place; therefore any product has room to be improved into a better one.

For example, examining paint related-products, I could not find really innovative or new products for improving paint jobs to make them easy and enjoyable. We are still using the same products and the same methods of doing paint jobs as we did a hundred years ago. In the past, whenever I did a paint job, I always found something bothering me or some inconvenience about painting and I have asked myself why better products do not exist for easy and quick paint jobs. About a year ago, I finally decided to research and develop new paint-related products that are simple to use, inexpensive and environmentally friendly.

1. Ergonomic Paint-Can Handle/Opener

Everybody knows that carrying a paint can by its wire handle is uncomfortable and causes hand and arm pain. Based on research among professional painters, I discovered there is a need for a comfort handle. The Ergonomic Paint-Can Handle/Opener is a new invention that ... more

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COMBING

2005-03-01T13:24:00.000-08:00

Combing

This project is best done with two people. One person paints the top coat on while the other person drags the comb through the paint to reveal the base coat underneath.

You'll need:
- alkyd or oil-base paints -- a darker color for the base coat and a lighter color for the top coat
- metal comb, or a window or silk-screen squeegee and a crafts knife to make your own comb... more

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CRACKLING

2005-03-01T13:13:00.000-08:00

Crackling

Crackling
This finish gives new items an heirloom look. A thick coat will yield large cracks, while a thin coat will yield small cracks. Sponged-on paint will yield tiny cracks, like those found on old china.

You'll need:
- a piece of furniture that allows the crackling finish to stand out, such as a wood picture frame or a raised-panel door... more

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FREEHAND PAINTED TILES

2005-03-01T12:56:00.000-08:00

Freehand Painted Tiles

While a stenciled-tile technique will produce a neat, uniform look, tiles painted with your design will look freeform and arty. Even children's painting looks professional here. This technique works well with other ceramic items, such as mugs and plates.

You'll need:
- clean ceramic tile
- palette or containers for paint
- soft brushes and/or an applicator bottle and tip
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GRANITE FINISH

2005-03-01T12:44:00.000-08:00

Granite Finish

This technique is perfect for wood furniture and accessories.

Getting Started
Before you begin, look at samples of real granite to help you decide what color finish you'd like. The following instructions will help you achieve a pink granite... more

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LEAF STAMPING

2005-03-01T12:32:00.000-08:00

Leaf Stamping

Leaf Stamping

Forget ready-made stamps when what you need is lying in the front yard. Leaf stamping works best on smooth fabrics, such as flat rugs and non-nubby hand towels. You can also duplicate this stamped look on a wall using latex wall paint.

You'll need:

- leaves -- maple, oak, and ash work best
- crafts knife
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MARBLING

2005-03-01T12:13:00.000-08:00

Marbling

Marbling

The following instructions will help you achieve a black marble finish. The technique shown here is most easily achieved on wood furniture and accessories. You can also create a marbled look on sections of a wall. For the best effect, refer to photographs of real marble when drawing... more

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SPONGING

2005-03-01T12:00:00.000-08:00

Sponging

Sponging is a quick way to add texture and color to a wall. Be sure to use a new sponge for each color you add.

You'll need:

- wall paint in two or more colors
- low-tack painter's tape (for masking off woodwork)
- disposable gloves
- natural sea sponges with medium to heavy textures
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RAGGING

2005-03-01T11:49:00.000-08:00

Ragging

Ragging

Ragging is just as easy as sponging, but can give your wall a more subtle, sophisticated look.

You'll need:

- oil-base or alkyd paint -- a darker color for the base coat and a lighter color for the top coat
- alkyd or oil glazing liquid
- heavy-duty plastic wrap, cheesecloth
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STENCILED TILES

2005-03-01T11:38:00.000-08:00

Stenciled Tiles

Getting Started
The following instructions will help you stencil individual tiles, but you can use the same technique to stencil other ceramic items, such as mugs and plates.

With stencils and paint, tile can
make a personalized design
statement.

What You Need:

- Clean ceramic tile
- Palette or containers for paint
... more

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STRIPING

2005-03-01T11:27:00.000-08:00

Striping

Striping

Whether you want formal, tailored stripes, or fun, funky stripes, low-tack painter's tape makes striping your walls easy.

What you need:

- low-tack painter's tape in the desired widths
- wall paint in two colors
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TONE-ON-TONE COMB PAINTING

2005-03-01T11:16:00.000-08:00

Tone-on-Tone Comb Painting

Comb painting lends a subtle, textured look to walls, cabinets, even furnishings. It's one decorative painting technique that anyone can do well.

Combing -- one of the simplest of decorative paint techniques -- yields handsome results, results that whisper rather than shout. By "combing" a wet coat of paint over a dry base coat, the base coat is revealed in thin lines. The technique... more

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VERDIGRIS

2005-03-01T11:05:00.000-08:00

Verdigris

To begin

Layers of paint and a dash of bronzing powder will give your piece the look of aged copper.

You'll need:

- a wooden surface that has been sanded smooth, then wiped clean with a tack cloth
- acrylic crafts paints in black, dark blue-green, medium blue-green, and light blue-green... more

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WALL STENCILING

2005-03-01T10:53:00.000-08:00

Wall Stenciling

With the wide variety of stencils available, you're sure to find a design that suits your style.

For an interesting room accent, use the stencil to make a border. Or, position your stencil to create an overall design on the wall.

Three simple steps achieve this
amusing border.

What You Need:
- Precut stencils
- Liquid acrylic or cream paints
... more

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FOCAL -POINT WALLS - Part 2

2005-03-01T10:42:00.000-08:00

Focal-Point Walls - Part 2

Squared Away

Fashion the look of framed modern art and dress up your mantel at the same time. Three bold color blocks do the trick. This design also works well over a headboard or sideboard.

The illusion of modern art is an
inventive project.

What You Need:
- Acrylic paints in three
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FOCAL-POINT WALLS

2005-03-01T10:13:00.000-08:00

Focal-Point Walls

These painting techniques help you create focus exactly where you want.

Golden Opportunity

With three color washes and careful measuring, you can create colorful geometric shapes. We taped off squares and rectangles for the color blocks, then created movement along the wall by combining three glaze colors: pale yellow, gold, and a scarlet hue blended... more

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT BRUSH - Part 2

2005-03-01T09:57:00.000-08:00

Choosing the Right Brush - Part 2

Common Brushes
Most decorative painters have a variety of brush shapes in their painting supplies. But not everyone knows the name of each shape or what it was designed to do. Refer to these descriptions to identify brushes.

- Flats: They're ideal for blending, floating, and blocking in large areas of colors. You'll recognize flat brushes by their squared-off bristles. (See top photo.)
- Angular Flat: Because its bristles are trimmed at an angle, you'll find ... more

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DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS - Part 3

2005-03-01T09:45:00.000-08:00

Decorating Tips from Debbie Travis - Part 3

What's Hot

Q. What's really popular right now?

Debbie: Double rollers. It's got a double tray where you put in the two colors. You literally put in on together. It's like a paint finish, but it's a lot easier for a kid to do. And this is pearl paint. It gives that kind of shimmer... more

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DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS - Part 2

2005-03-01T09:34:00.000-08:00

Decorating Tips from Debbie Travis - Part 2

Q. You have two teenage boys. What color are their rooms?

Debbie: When we first did [one son's room], it was lime green and the walls were blue. And then he went away to camp. He was 14 at the time. [I asked a couple painters from the show], "Come on, help me do his room."

By the time he came back I'd repainted the shelves that were high up in Hammerite. It's a great product, like a car metal, so it looks like battered steel. We tried to funk up the room a bit. We did the walls in a pale yellow, like a Philippe Starck-type yellow, and all of the... more

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DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS

2005-03-01T09:22:00.000-08:00

Decorating Tips from Debbie Travis

Kids and Decorating

Home decorating expert and mom Debbie Travis is host of the reality TV show, Debbie Travis' Facelift, and author of five decorating books, including Debbie Travis' Painted House Kids' Rooms.

She recently chatted about decorating trends for kids, cool paint ideas, nursery decor, and more with Kids' Rooms magazine -- part of the Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publications... more

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DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 4

2005-03-01T09:11:00.000-08:00

Decorative Painting Primer - Part 4

Helpful Hints

- This technique works well on smooth walls.
- If you are using a multisided rubber comb, you may need to cut off one or two sides to allow the comb to reach into corners.
- If the comb feels too flexible as you work, tape it to a putty knife. The stiffer the comb, the straighter the lines.
- When you are using paint without glaze, as in this example, work only in small areas to avoid paint becoming unworkable. The addition... more

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DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 3

2005-03-01T09:00:00.000-08:00

Decorative Painting Primer - Part 3

1. Tape off moldings, trim, and ceiling. Select two colors from the same family that are near one another on a color chart. (Two shades of olive tans are used here.)

2. Pour each color into a separate paint tray. Using small rollers, randomly roll each color... more

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DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 2

2005-03-01T08:45:00.000-08:00

Decorative Painting Primer - Part 2

Hand-Painted Vertical Stripes

Skill Level: Beginner

Time (not including painting base coat): 1 day

Supplies

- Paint for base coat
- Paint for stripes
- Level with a printed ruler
- 2- or 3-inch paint brush
- Colored pencil that matches the stripes paint
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DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER

2005-03-01T08:35:00.000-08:00

Decorative Painting Primer

You've seen them everywhere -- walls that come alive with subtle texture and color. Now you can create the same finishes in your home with this guide on popular decorative painting techniques.

Sponging

Skill Level: Beginner

Time (not including painting base coat): 1/2 to 1 day

Supplies:
Paint for base coat
Paint for sponging coat
Natural sea sponge
Paint tray and liner
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IN A GLAZE - Part 3

2005-03-01T08:21:00.000-08:00

In a Glaze - Part 3

Plastic wrap can be bunched to apply or remove glaze. Or, apply larger sheets of it to wet glazed walls. It will adhere and wrinkle on contact. Peel it away to reveal markings that resemble plasterwork.

Plastic wrap

Mitts are alternatives to sponging or dabbing. They're one of a variety of tools found in crafts stores that ...more

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IN A GLAZE - Part 2

2005-03-01T08:04:00.000-08:00

In a Glaze - Part 2

Pick a Tool

Most decorative painting tools are inexpensive, already in your home, and usable for positive or negative applications.

Ragging. Any clean cotton cloth can be used for ragging. Wad the cloth in a hand-size ball with folds and creases to dab on the wall, or twist the rag into a tube to roll across the wall. Experiment with the textures that different... more

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IN A GLAZE

2005-03-01T07:52:00.000-08:00

In a Glaze

Here's how to create some of today's hottest wall finishes.

Glazing Techniques

If you love the mottled look of a decorative paint finish, but aren't sure what "glaze" is, much less how to apply it, read on for some handy tips that will help you create a look you'll love.

Decorative painting has long been a prized skill of professional painters and decorators. But now, easy-to-use water-base glazing liquids put basic... more

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STENCILING AWAY - Part 2

2005-03-01T07:38:00.000-08:00

Stenciling Away - Part 2

Cherry Stencil

If you'd like to repeat a single motif, the bunch of cherries from our vine is a fun overall accent. Print out the pattern on the next page and enlarge or reduce on a copy machine, as desired. Use the pattern to cut your own stencil. This task requires... more

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STENCILING AWAY

2005-03-01T07:34:00.000-08:00

Stenciling Away

Add life to any room in a few easy steps.

Getting Started
Stencils aren't just for borders anymore. You'll find them accenting kitchen cabinets, dressing up drapes, and punctuating painted furniture. Here's... more

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THE WRITE STUFF - Part 3

2005-02-28T16:32:00.000-08:00

The Write Stuff - Part 3

Tips and Techniques
Finding Fonts
Hundreds of fonts are available on your computer through word processing programs or on the Internet. Browse through a few fonts before you make your choice. If your proverb is serious, consider an Anglican font, or choose a party font for a whimsical message. Once you've printed out your copy, there are several options for transferring your copy to your wall.

Use Graph Paper
When using shelves, consider working out the placement on graph paper before starting the project. Once the wall dimensions... more

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THE WRITE STUFF - Part 2

2005-02-28T16:20:00.000-08:00

The Write Stuff - Part 2

European Flair

Step into the kitchen of this Iowa bed-and-breakfast and immediately feel the warm character of the room. Painted by Rebecca Schlueter, this charming old world writing reflects the days that decorator Deb Hammer spent living in Germany. Connected with vines and leaves that flow around the room, the design can easily be painted... more

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THE WRITE STUFF

2005-02-28T16:12:00.000-08:00

The Write Stuff

Wall writing is nothing new, and using it as a form of home decor has become more popular than ever. Whether you have a favorite quote, a poem, or a meaningful message to add to your walls, it is a simple way to decorate your home.

Cosmopolitan Writing

The blending of this unusual... more

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Expert Advice: Painting Wallcoverings

2005-02-22T19:32:00.000-08:00

Painting expert Brian Santos warns about painting over wallpaper. Read more in his new book, "Painting Secrets."

Q. Is it easier to paint over old wallpaper than to remove it? If I have to remove it, what tools do I need?

Brian Santos: Thinking about painting over wallpaper? Think again! Sure, you avoid the mess of removing the wallpaper, but the resulting finish is not as good. Wallpaper patterns and seam lines can... more

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Expert Advice: Cleaning Paint Brushes

2005-02-22T19:15:00.000-08:00

Painting expert Brian Santos reveals his special method for cleaning paint tools. Read more in his new book, "Painting Secrets."

Q. What's the best way to clean a paint brush?

Brian Santos: Taking care of brushes, rollers, and pads will save you time, energy, and money. Don't throw... more

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DECORATIVE PAINTING ESSENTIALS

2005-02-15T14:50:00.000-08:00

Decorative Painting Essentials

Here are a few helpful hints and a handy list of the first supplies you'll need to get started in decorative painting.

Perhaps you've just completed your first painting class, which you thoroughly enjoyed, and you've set your sights on more. Before you make the next move, you'll need to gather a few basic supplies. Follow along as we share... more

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Choosing the Right Brush

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Choosing the Right Brush

With all the different kinds of brushes, you may "bristle" with confusion. Our guide tells you how to choose the right brush for your painting.

We've all heard the old adage that you need the right tools to successfully complete a job. Although nobody would base-coat a big space with a little liner brush or apply small details with a fan brush, you may find ... more

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FREEHAND PAINTED TILES

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TONE-ON-TONE COMB PAINTING

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FOCAL -POINT WALLS - Part 2

FOCAL-POINT WALLS

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BRUSH - Part 2

DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS - Part 3

DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS - Part 2

DECORATING TIPS FROM DEBBIE TRAVIS

DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 4

DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 3

DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER - Part 2

DECORATIVE PAINTING PRIMER

IN A GLAZE - Part 3

IN A GLAZE - Part 2

IN A GLAZE

STENCILING AWAY - Part 2

STENCILING AWAY

THE WRITE STUFF - Part 3

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THE WRITE STUFF

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DECORATIVE PAINTING ESSENTIALS

Choosing the Right Brush