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        Fresco Walls

        Fresco Walls

        Create a Tuscan look with terra fresco walls by using a plaster mix and shades of terra cotta paint.

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        Faux Wood-Grain Pocket Doors

        Faux Wood-Grain Pocket Doors

        Liven up pocket doors with a faux wood-grain technique.

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        Cloud Wall Finish

        Cloud Wall Finish

        Bring a cloud-painted sky into your home using this simple faux-finish painting technique.

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        Faux Painting

        Top 53 Faux Painting Projects

        1. 1. Colorwashing Paint Techniques (05:30)

          Try an easy painting method to create soft, understated walls. After applying semi-gloss paint with a sponge, add the il...

        2. 2. How to Paint Faux Leather Walls

          Add a soft, inviting look to walls with a textured glaze finish that re-creates the look of leather.

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $100 - $250
          Difficulty:
          Easy to Moderate
        3. 3. Faux Finish Bronzing Technique

          Learn a faux-finish bronzing technique to bring a rich glow of color to walls.

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $100 - $250
          Difficulty:
          Moderate
        4. 4. Crackle Paint

          Expert faux finisher Joe Fenzi shows how to achieve a crackle finish by applying a base coat and glue, then finishing wi...

        5. 5. Southwest Kitchen (04:33)

          A bland, neutral kitchen gets inspired with rich Southwest colors.

        6. 6. How To Apply a Denim Paint Technique

          This "denim" faux paint technique creates a warm and rustic look.

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $250 - $500
          Difficulty:
          Easy to Moderate
        7. 7. How To Paint Faux Paneling

          Learn how to create the appearance of paneling on the walls with this faux painting technique.

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $50 - $100
          Difficulty:
          Moderate
        8. 8. Glaze Gives Furniture a Rich Look

          Glaze is essential in creating rich, dimensional paint treatments such as in many faux and decorative paint techniques.

        9. 9. How To Marbleize a Wooden Column

          Follow this marbleizing technique to add a faux finish to just about any surface.

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $100 - $250
          Difficulty:
          Easy to Moderate
        10. 10. Old World Faux Finishes (03:50)

          Give any space an Old World look with this easy faux finish technique.

        11. 11. How to Create Frottage Leather Walls

          By applying a faux leather finish, you can create frottage leather walls and transform a dull room into a more sophistic...

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $50 - $100
          Difficulty:
          Moderate
        12. 12. How to Paint Faux Wood-Grain Pocket Doors

          Liven up pocket doors with a faux wood-grain technique.

          Time:
          Day
          Cost:
          $1 - $50
          Difficulty:
          Easy to Moderate
        13. 13. Rustic Bath Wall (05:00)

          Use faux techniques in your bathroom to create a rustic style.

        14. 14. Faux Denim Paint (04:17)

          Learn how to paint a wall using this denim painting technique.

        15. 15. Painting Finishes and Techniques

          Get expert tips on types of painting finishes and learn how to apply painting techniques.

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