FAUX FINISHES

Faux finishing is the fine art of creating illusions with paint.

Faux techniques can be a versatile addition to your decorating repertoire.

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SUEDE

  

        

COMBING

     

COLOR WASHING

     

RAGGING

     

     

  

  

  

    

PEARL

       

LEATHER

    

SPONGING

  

DRAGGING

 

    

 

INTERIORS

A selection of room interiors where paint and/or wallpaper has been applied.

 paint

         

suede finish on stair way landing with paint and wallpaper

    paint and wallpaper

 dining room with paint, pearl finish on ceiling and drag finish below chair rail

 stairwell with sponge finish


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