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As a help for those of you, who would like to try faux finish painting on your own, here are some great resources that have helped me tremendously.

Books

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Tips, Advice, & Tutorials

Choosing Paint Color

Preparing the Walls

Repairing Holes in Walls

Removing Wallpaper

Caring for your Brushes

How to apply Venetian Plaster

Venetian Plaster Tips

Faux Glazing Tips

Colorwashing Video Tutorial

Sponge Painting Video Tutorial

 

  Click Here for a great Faux Finishing Website to get tips and advice

 

Websites

The following links will take you to some great websites that give step by step instructions on how to create a faux finish without hiring a professional.  A few basic beginner techniques are: color washing, sponging, ragging, and dragging.

 

Click on the links below for more info

 
     
 

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