Modern Paint Effects

by Sloan, Annie

• ISBN13: 9781552094907
• ISBN10: 1552094901
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-09-01
• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd

Summary

Modern Paint Effects is a colorful exploration of the newest paint products and how to use them to achieve exciting effects in the home.Illustrated with dozens of specially commissioned full color photographs, Modern Paint Effects is materials-based and technique-oriented and opens with a detailed examination of the newest materials: Pearlized Paint; Matte Paint; Glossy Glaze Paint; Metallic Paint; Sparkly Paint; Graphite Paint; Mid-sheen Paint; Marmorino.Annie Sloan then demonstrates various decorative techniques using the new paint products, suggesting innovative applications and dynamic color combinations including: Colorwashing; Sparkle paint; Combing; Sponge rollers; Dragging; Spotted stone; Glazing checks; Stamping; Hand-painted stripes; Stencilling and reverse stencilling; High gloss paints; Incising; Stippling; Masking; Using a long-pile roller; Matte paints; Using crackle medium; Rubbing back; Using pattern and (distressing) texture; Semi gloss paints and many more.A glossary and a list of suppliers of these new products round out this excellent and inspirational decorating resource.

Author Biography

Annie Sloan is one of the world's most respected and innovative experts in the field of color and paint finishes for the interior. She produces her own paints and teaches in the United States and Europe. She has written many best-selling books, including The Practical Guide to Decorative Antique Effects and The Complete Book of Painting Techniques for the Home. She lives in England.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(6)
Using paint & plaster
Matte paint	12	(6)
Medium-luster paint	18	(6)
Glossy translucent paint	24	(6)
Metallic paint	30	(6)
Pearlized paint	36	(6)
Sparkle paint	42	(6)
Polished plaster	48	(8)
Using pattern
Stripes	56	(12)
Squares & rectangles	68	(14)
Spots, dots, & circles	82	(12)
Offbeat designs	94	(12)
Patination	106	(14)
Glossary	120	(4)
Suppliers	124	(2)
Index	126	(2)
Acknowledgments & credits	128