Decorative Paint & Faux Finishes

by Sunset Books

A guide to decorative painting for the home presents step-by-step instruction in how to create decorative finishes on walls using thirty different painting techniques including rubbing, sponging, spattering, stamping, and stenciling; provides an updated resource and materials guide; and offers helpful tips on color selection and combination. Original. 50,000 first printing.

Genres: Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[Foxtower · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm with my fellow reviewer Kathleen.. agreat reference with doable techniques! A great section on wood graining. That I didn't give it five stars is because there are slightly better books geared toward the professional, but for an average person that wants to create really nice finishes this is a great book!

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

There isn't much to dislike about this book. It certainly offers a myriad of faux finishes...good step by step photos & quite honestly...the details are some of the best out there. I like the photographs included for each method demonstrated ...they were REALISTIC...which you don't always find in books like these. Although not formally rated...it was obvious if one read each explanation whether the application would be difficult or not...some were apparent just by studying the photos. This is most helpful for faux finishers of all skill levels...as well as those more adventurous who are wanting to break new ground. I have often been disappointed by Sunset books in other segments...but they really put a feather in their cap on this book...highly recommend it!

[Foxtower · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm with my fellow reviewer Kathleen.. agreat reference with doable techniques! A great section on wood graining. That I didn't give it five stars is because there are slightly better books geared toward the professional, but for an average person that wants to create really nice finishes this is a great book!