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Modern Baroque Dining Room: Mirror Detail An existing wall mirror receives a "handy" treatment. From "Fresh Coat" episode DFCT-202

To create a focal point in the room, we're going to frame out the built-in mirror with a simple and very personal touch. One either side of the mirror there is a rectangular architectural detail that we'll paint in black with gold edging to resemble an antique frame. Each rectangle will be decorated with Kathy's and Rich's handprints to personalize the space. The columns will also be painted black and gold.

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	The finished mirror
	Detail of mirror area
	Figure A
	Figure B

Mirror: 1-1/2 hours total

Materials:

brushes
mini roller
150-grit sandpaper
painter's tape
black paint
green paint
car detailing tape
small jars of paint, various colors
toothbrush

1. Tape off in a framelike pattern with 1-1/2" blue painter's tape (figure A).

2. Lightly sand area to be painted.

3. Brush off sanding dust with box brush.

4. Use car detailing tape to mark off desired pattern.

5. Paint over tape with desired colors.

6. Remove tape.

7. Using a mini foam roller, roll desired color onto hand (figure B).

8. Place handprints on wall (have someone push your hand down for better coverage).

9. Paint black rectangle to make a frame.