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Traditional American Bedroom: Wall Stencil From "Fresh Coat" episode DFCT-110

Using a stencil and paint, you can create a border-like design.

Homeowners Christie and Rick DeSilva and host Steve Bull discuss a new design for their guestroom. Steve first shows Christie and Rick how to use a stencil as a border.

Materials:

Painter's tape
Latex eggshell finish paint
Stencil
Stipple brush
Cardboard scrap
9" x 1" nap lambskin roller
5 gallon paint bucket
Paint bucket grid

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	Figure A
	Figure B

1. If needed, paint a base coat of eggshell latex paint.

   
   

2. Tape up the stencil flat against the wall using painter's tape (figure A).

   
   

3. Dip a stippling brush in paint and dab on cardboard to get rid of excess paint.

   
   

4. Use the brush to pounce the color on the stencil. Keep the brush perpendicular to the wall. Use a knife to hold the stencil down if needed (figure B).

   
   

5. Take the stencil off.

   
   

6. Use a damp rag to clean the stencil, then repeat the process.

Resources:

Painter's Tape
3M
Website: www.3M.com

Paint
Kelly Moore
Website: www.kellymoore.com

Stencil
Ralph Lauren
Website: www.rlhome.polo.com