Complete Paint Effects : Inspirational Projects for Decorating Your Home with Flair and Style

by Cohen, Sacha; Philo, Maggie

• ISBN13: 9781859679739
• ISBN10: 1859679730
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-10-01
• Publisher: Natl Book Network

Summary

This book is the definitive practical guide to paint techniques for your home, with a wealth of decorating projects. All of the methods and applications are fully explained, including advice on mixing paint, using glazes and varnishes, and how to make your own stencils.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Paint Effects	8	(80)
Painting Materials	10	(2)
Painting Equipment	12	(2)
Painting Techniques	14	(6)
Rough Plaster Colourwash	20	(2)
Diamond-Stencilled Wall	22	(3)
Limewashed Wall	25	(3)
Fresco Effect	28	(2)
Misty Lilac Stripes	30	(4)
Red-Panelled Wall	34	(3)
Two-Tone Rollered Wall	37	(3)
Stone Wall	40	(4)
Wax-Resist Shutters	44	(3)
Kitchen Tiles	47	(3)
Frottage Hallway	50	(3)
Vinegar-Glazed Floorcloth	53	(3)
Combed Check Floor	56	(4)
Distressed Tabletop	60	(3)
Dry-Brushed Chair	63	(3)
Grained Door	66	(2)
Harlequin Screen	68	(4)
Grained Window Frame	72	(2)
Crackle-Glaze Picture Frame	74	(4)
Sponged Lamp Base	78	(4)
Crackle-Glaze Planter	82	(2)
Scandinavian Table	84	(4)
Stencilling	88	(78)
Stencilling Materials	90	(2)
Stencilling Equipment	92	(2)
Stencilling Techniques	94	(5)
Frosted Vases	99	(3)
Art Nouveau Hatbox	102	(3)
Star Frame	105	(3)
Making Sandeastles	108	(4)
Seashore Bathroom Set	112	(3)
Greek Urns	115	(3)
Pennsylvania-Dutch Tulips	118	(4)
French Country Kitchen	122	(4)
Tray of Autumn Leaves	126	(3)
Gilded Candles	129	(3)
Renaissance Art	132	(4)
Geometric Floor Tiles	136	(4)
Organza Cushion	140	(3)
Tablecloth and Napkins	143	(3)
Through the Grapevine	146	(4)
Rope and Shells	150	(4)
Heraldic Dining Room	154	(4)
Trompe L'Oeil Plates	158	(4)
Celestial Cherubs	162	(4)
Stamping	166	(75)
Stamping Materials	168	(2)
Stamping Equipment	170	(2)
Stamping Techniques	172	(5)
Stamp Effects	177	(2)
Strawberry Fruit Basket	179	(3)
Flower-Pot Frieze	182	(4)
Grape-Vine Frieze and Glasses	186	(4)
Spotted Flower Pots	190	(2)
Herb Box	192	(3)
Sun-Star Blind	195	(3)
Moorish Tile-Effect	198	(4)
Santa Fe Living Room	202	(4)
Folk-Art Chair	206	(3)
Stamped Wrapping Paper	209	(3)
Art Nouveau Roses	212	(4)
Plaster Wall Treatment	216	(4)
Gothic Dining Room	220	(4)
Indian Velvet Cushion	224	(2)
Sailing-Boat Frieze	226	(4)
Scandinavian Bedroom	230	(4)
Animal Frieze	234	(4)
Starry Cabinet	238	(3)
Paint Templates	241	(1)
Stencilling Templates	242	(8)
Stamping Templates	250	(4)
Suppliers	254	(1)
Index	255	(1)
Acknowledgements	256