Faux Finish Secrets
Title | Faux Finish Secrets PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Santos |
Publisher | Turner Publishing Company |
Pages | 364 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | House & Home |
ISBN | 1620459779 |
The Wall Wizard brings his painting expertise to homeowners in this innovative and fun follow-up to his first book, Painting Secrets. Faux Finish Secrets focuses attention and detail on decorative (faux) techniques, such as sponging, ragging, combing, and color wash. Illustrated step-by-step instructions demonstrate 15 of the most-asked-for faux effects, along with ideas for endless variations and combinations. Real-life questions and comments from audiences at the Wall Wizard’s popular seminars provide the basis for topics and material in this book. Includes important information on surface preparation and basic painting condensed from the pages of Painting Secrets.
The Faux Finish Artist
Title | The Faux Finish Artist PDF eBook |
Author | Jimmy Eldridge Hager |
Publisher | Xlibris Corporation |
Pages | 176 |
Release | 2008-12 |
Genre | Architecture |
ISBN | 9781436372428 |
Written for beginners and professionals alike, The Faux Finish Artist is a training manual for people who want to earn at least $500 a day as a working Decorative Artist. Whether you are a canvas painter, contractor, subcontractor, interior designer, or maybe you've never picked up a paint brush and simply want to earn extra income, Jimmy Eldridge Hager draws on his 35 years of experience as a working Decorative Artist to show you, step by step, how it's done. From your first sample board, to your first client presentation, to building a successful business, The Faux Finish Artist will cut years off your learning curve. If you've ever considered a career as a working Decorative Artist, this book was written for you.
Painting Secrets
Title | Painting Secrets PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Santos |
Publisher | Meredith Books |
Pages | 182 |
Release | 2010-01-26 |
Genre | House & Home |
ISBN | 9780696217593 |
Interior decorating.
The Faux Finish Artist
Title | The Faux Finish Artist PDF eBook |
Author | Jimmy Eldridge Hager |
Publisher | Xlibris Corporation |
Pages | 175 |
Release | 2008-12-01 |
Genre | Architecture |
ISBN | 1462832733 |
Written for beginners and professionals alike, The Faux Finish Artist is a training manual for people who want to earn at least $500 a day as a working Decorative Artist. Whether you are a canvas painter, contractor, subcontractor, interior designer, or maybe youve never picked up a paint brush and simply want to earn extra income, Jimmy Eldridge Hager draws on his 35 years of experience as a working Decorative Artist to show you, step by step, how its done. From your first sample board, to your first client presentation, to building a successful business, The Faux Finish Artist will cut years off your learning curve. If youve ever considered a career as a working Decorative Artist, this book was written for you.
Painting Secrets
Title | Painting Secrets PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Santos |
Publisher | Turner Publishing Company |
Pages | 378 |
Release | 2004-01-06 |
Genre | House & Home |
ISBN | 1620459760 |
Brian brings a bright new perspective to the principles of color, helping consumers make confident decisions. Unlike other paint books, the process of painting is emphasized. Clever "Wall Wizard" tips make painting simple and fun. For example, mix 1 gallon of warm water and 1/2 cup of fabric softener to clean brushes in 10 seconds. Decorative techniques for ragging, sponging, glazing, and using unusual tools for designer effects. Detailed coverage of tools and supplies, including varnishes, stains, and glazes.
Painting and Wallpapering Secrets from Brian Santos, The Wall Wizard
Title | Painting and Wallpapering Secrets from Brian Santos, The Wall Wizard PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Santos |
Publisher | Turner Publishing Company |
Pages | 469 |
Release | 2010-09-23 |
Genre | House & Home |
ISBN | 047091131X |
The best of The Wall Wizard Painting is an inexpensive yet impactful way to redecorate a home. But in a down economy, most homeowners can't afford to hire a pro to do the dirty work. This book represents the best of The Wall Wizard's previous books, Painting Secrets, Faux Finish Secrets, and Wallcovering Secrets. Readers will get helpful, economically mindful tips, advice, and guidance on how to use paint, faux finishes, and wallcoverings that accomplish high-quality, professional-looking results. Focuses on painting with smaller sections on faux finishes and wallcoverings (including both how to apply and remove them) Sidebars and tips address technical questions Covers green alternatives to toxic, hazardous, and environmentally harmful products With his personal, upbeat, first-person approach, bestselling author Brian Santos shows readers clearly and succinctly how to roll up their sleeves and accent any room of the house.
Faux Finished
Title | Faux Finished PDF eBook |
Author | Peg Marberg |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 167 |
Release | 2007-02-06 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1440622094 |
Seville, Indiana has five traffic lights and one interior design firm—Designer Jeans, co-founded by Jean Hastings and her daughter, Jean Jr. Lately they’re finding that the keen eyes needed for plotting color schemes and tracking down flea-market treasures also come in handy for interpreting more sinister designs… Death of the party Even the death of a local bookseller can’t throw a pall over the grand re-opening of the Sleepy Hollow Country Club’s dining room. It’s a triumph for Jean, who transformed it from tired and bland to Art Deco grand. But when the manager—who fought Jean every step of the way—rises to make a toast, he promptly falls down dead. Two fatalities in one week have aroused Jean’s curiosity—and her instincts for discovering deadly patterns…