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There are a variety of paint finish techniques you can use to beautify any surface with just a few tools and the right shade of interior paint, all of which can be found at your local Colours of Maple store.
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| Sponge painting is a fun, creative paint technique with striking results. Strip painting can be a bit more serious, depending on the paint colours you choose. |
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| Crackle painting can give a cool vintage look to any furniture, trim, or moulding. One last paint finish option to note is Brush suede painting, which adds an elegant touch to your living space. |
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Sponge painting
Sponge painting is an easy paint finish technique for those interested in learning how to paint a room and achieve striking results. To begin using this method, start with a base coat of wall paint. Once the first layer is dry, simply dip a sponge in a different paint colour and apply the sponge to the wall in any pattern you choose.
This is your chance to let your inner artist out to play! For a striking effect, choose contrasting paint colours; for a more muted effect, select complementary paint colours. And if you’ve fallen in love with a dark paint colour, you can accent it with a light paint colour to brighten the room.
Did you know that Colours of Maple offers free wet paint testers large enough to cover a 2x2-foot area? Visit a location near you to see our large selection of paint colours, and then take your favourite picks home for a test run.
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Stripe painting
Stripe painting is a great way to add character to any room. You don’t have to resort to expensive wallpaper or be a master painter to achieve this classy look; all you need to create a great look is some painter’s tape to mark your stripe areas and, of course, the perfect paint colours.
Here’s a hint: horizontal stripes give the appearance of a bigger room, while vertical stripes make the ceiling appear to be much higher than it is.
Caution: the paint colours you choose will affect the mood of the room, so take care in your selection. For instance, certain paint colours might be too stimulating for the bedroom, causing restless nights. Visit the professional staff at Colours of Maple for helpful suggestions on choosing paint colours, learning how to paint perfect wall stripes, and finding all the tools you need to get started.
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Crackle painting
Crackle painting is a faux finishing method used to produce an aged look. The end result is a finish that looks like old, flaking paint with bits of the underlying paint colours peeking out. Crackle painting is most commonly used on furniture, cabinets, or accent trims but can be applied to any smooth surface.
What once was a sign of wear and tear is now a fresh, modern look to spruce up boring furniture and moulding. All the tools needed to complete this look can be found at your local Colours of Maple store: two paint colours (for the bottom and top paint layers), crackling medium to achieve the crackled affect, a paintbrush or roller, and masking tape.
While crackle painting is relatively simple to learn, there are a few important steps you must take to get the best results. The knowledgeable staff at your neighbourhood Colours of Maple location can make sure you have all the information you need to get your project done right!
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Brushed suede painting
Brushed suede paint creates a soft, velvety look, adding texture to any room. Brushed suede painting is a timeless paint finish technique that has become much easier to produce with the selection of high-quality brushed suede paints that can be found at any Colours of Maple location.
As with any paint finish, there are precautions you should take before picking up the paint brush. Colours of Maple has informative tips sheets to help you avoid costly mistakes so you can get the job done right the first time around.
Come into your local Colours of Maple store for paint samples and colour combination ideas to help you get just the right shade.
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