We’ve been working on a new set of sample boards showcasing some faux techniques and each week we’re going to post some to the site. You can see these samples and much more (including real examples of this kind of work in homes and businesses) on the Faux Page.
First up the “3 sisters” of faux, Venetian, Suede, and Wood-grain (click the thumbnails to take a better look):
Venetian Plaster:
Nowadays, Venetian plaster comes in many colors and varieties, and synthetic and natural bases. It’s a fantastically smooth and durable finish which can be applied with a trowel to achieve a stucco appearance, or smoothed over and burnished until it becomes like glass. It’s also very easy to maintain, and re-coat. Here are some samples:
Suedes:
Suede Paints give a very natural and brushy look to walls, without making them feel too grainy. They’re slightly rough to the touch, and their very flat texture make them a great compliment to a room filled with shiny and bright accents. They come in a variety of colors, and are similar in uses to a simple faux, and are therefore very affordable.
Wood Grain:
They say that once you’ve painted that boring piece of natural furniture, that there’s no going back to the wood. At least not without tough labor or a huge expense in stripping and sanding and re-staining. With wood graining you can get back to that natural look, and in the exact value and tone that you want. This is a perfect effect for trim and crown moulding, doors and door frames and built-in cabinets. We use a technique of multiple subtle tones, which achieve a depth similar in appearance to real stains. Here are some samples of faux woodgrain in practice:
Next week we’ll take a look at some metallics, so check back!!
