Decorative Paint Finishes for Walls

Tone on Tone Metallic Stripes

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Stripes are in! Were they ever out? This two-tone striped effect was achieved using Ralph Lauren Regent Metallics paint. Painted stripes can be a do-it-yourself project if you have a lot of time and patience. Otherwise, hire a professional.

Before

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Powder Room - before

White Walls

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Metallic stripes are a perfect choice for a small, previously plain powder room.

Goodbye White Walls!

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The painter applies the lighter of the two colors to the entire wall. And don't forget the ceiling! The designer chose a silver metallic paint to contrast with the two golden tones on the walls.

Measure and Tape

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Measure and mark the stripes on the wall. A laser level comes in very handy. Run tape along both edges of the stripes which are to be painted the darker color.

Applying Second Color

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Painter applies the darker color to the stripes.

Stripes

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The project is complete.

Warmth

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The metallic paint gives the room a warm glow.

Silver and Gold

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The silver and gold paint combination was inspired by the light fixture.

Wall Glazing Finish For Dining Room

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T Comino Designs

Wall Glazing Paint Finish in Dining Room

Wall Glazing - How To Get This Look

Contact Tammy Comino at TCominoDesigns.com for an Interior Design Consultation in the Pittsburgh PA area for some ideas in creative wall designs for your home or office today.

Dining Room Decorative Paint Finish

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Decorative Paint Finish for Dining Room

How To Get This Decorative Wall Glazing Look

Wall Glazing: How to Get This Look

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An example of a completed wall glazing technique combined with a solid reddish brown below.

For more information on this finish, see below.

Wall Glazing, Stenciling, and Faux Wall Painting - Decorative Wall Painting

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Wall Glazing, Stenciling, And Faux Wall Painting For The Home
by: Tammy Comino - Professional Interior Designs

More than ever before, decorative painting is "in." Decorative painting includes techniques such as wall glazing, stenciling, and faux painting. The term faux, which is a French word for false and pronounced like "foe," is sometimes misused by incorporating all these finishes. A true faux finish is done with paint to make the surface appear as something else such as marble, granite, or plaster. With the right combination of colors, wall glazing (demonstrated in these photos) gives the walls depth and movement. The effect on mood is dramatic, especially in a dining room, where lively conversation is a must.

A balanced color combination is essential to a sophisticated wall finish. Before attempting this as a "do-it-yourself" project, consider the time it takes to assemble the right colors, glazes, tools, and to practice the technique. An experienced professional with an eye for color and a practiced artistic touch can save you time, money, and a lot of frustration! For help in finding just the right wall finish for your room, contact the professionals at TComino Designs today.

Our painter still has a few openings available before Christmas, but her schedule is filling quickly, so please hurry to set up your color consultation.

Contact Tammy Comino today.
Professional Interior Designer

Apply Good Base Coat For Wall

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Step 1: A good base coat to cover any previous paint or imperfections. After the wall glaze is complete, a solid color will be painted below the chair rail to cover the outdated rag finish.

Faux Painting Applied - Decorative Wall Painting

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Decorative wall painting: glazing, stenciling, and faux painting. The painter applies the second of four colors to the wall.

Wall Glazings Completed

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Wall Glazing is Complete. All that is needed for the walls now is a solid color below the chair rail.