Faux Finish: Combing

Combing is a faux finish painting technique that makes narrow lines of color on the surface that is being painted. Combing is known as a negative technique which means that later some of the applied paint is removed. The effect combing creates can be vertical lines, horizontal lines, waves etc. Here are 3 easy steps from Sherwin Williams to help you get started on your combing project: STEP 1 Mask ceilings, baseboards, and trim with painter's tape. Paint the wall with your desired basecoat color and allow to dry completely (minimum 4 hours or overnight). STEP 2 Mix one part Sherwin-Williams® SuperPaint® Interior Latex ...

Graham & Brown New Modern Wallpaper Launch at ICFF

Have you seen the new modern wallpaper from Graham & Brown? Well their new wallpaper collections have been on exhibit or the past few days at The International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York City. At the ICFF, Graham & Brown launched their latest designer wallpaper collection with Amy Butler and gave a sneak peak of Kelly Hoppen's designer collection. Other designer collections that were exhibited were, Barbara Hulanicki’s Flock Collection and new modern wallpaper designs from Laurence Llwewlyn-Bowen. Check out all the action and wallpaper on exhibit on Graham & Brown's blog. Photo: Graham & Brown

The Crackle Faux Finish

Do you love the look of old, aged or antique home decor and design? Then you are probably a fan of the crackle faux finish. This finish creates a stylish and distressed look that normally would take years to accomplish. The key is using a combination of colors in order to give it that aged appearance. Want to know how to get this stylish, distressed look of old in your home? Check out these 4 tips we found on the diyNetwork: Step 1: Paint a Base Coat Apply a base coat of paint to the project surface, and let dry. The base ...

Quick Tips on Painting your Furniture

So you have a favorite chair, chaise lounge or piece of furniture that you love to death and is still sturdy as they come but the color is becoming quite faded. Don't worry, no need to trash it, you just need to revamp it with a new paint job. A new coat of paint or two can really do the trick - make that old wooden coffee table look brand new! Here are 3 simple tips from HGTV.com that will help you to paint your furniture to life again: 1. Sand the entire piece. Use foam pads on the legs to make ...

What is Rag Rolling?

A simple technique to use for creating a fascinating rippled look is called rag rolling. Basically, you're rolling paint on or off a prepared surface by rolling a rag across the wall. People who are looking for a dramatic textured look usually like the effect that rag rolling creates. It's best to use softer and closely related colors otherwise it will create too bold of an effect. For more information on rag rolling, visit SherwinWilliams.com or contact Celtic Painting. Photo: gharexpert.com

Tips to make your Home Painting Job Easy

Posted on August 25, 2010 · Leave a Comment

The absolute easiest solution is of course to hire a professional painter, however we know sometimes finances are tight but you still want your house or apartment to look nice and feel like home. So here are 3 tips you can use to make that home painting job go a little but easier.

1. Always buy extra supplies and save every receipt. You never want to be caught in a situation when you have plenty of help but not enough tools. Save your receipts to take back the extra after your paint job is done.

2. Enlist the help of a friend. Don’t try to tackle a bigger job by yourself. That will make the work go alot quicker and maybe even enjoyable.

3. Open windows and ventilate the room. When purchasing your paint, ask for low or no VOC paints. These paints will emit fewer fumes when you paint. Make sure you open windows and doors for fresh air while you are working and after until the painting fumes have dissipated.

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Citrus Yellow for 2011

Posted on August 20, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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The color that you may be seeing quite a bit of in 2011 is citrus yellow. In the Colour Futures 2011 report as presented by Per Nimer, Akzonobel’s global design manager and colour expert, Nimer announced the themes for next year’s palette. And the color of the year was predicted as citrus yellow.

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Yes, it may be a bit bright, but don’t forget there are variations of the color that can be calmed with some nice Earth tones like green or brown. This citrus yellow color is inspired by nature and picturesque environment scenery. In today’s climate of eco-friendly awareness and protecting our environment, this color will more than likely grow to be a very powerful choice in residences and commercial establishments.

For more information on the predicted 2011 color of the year, read “Mellow Yellow”.

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Posted on August 17, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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