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Paint has long been a fast and creative way to give a home a fresh new look. In this wonderful book, Debbie Travis shares the well-kept trade secrets that have made her one of today's hottest painted-finishes experts. Based on her ground-breaking philosophy that spectacular paint effects need not be the products of messy oil paints and complicated techniques, the book offers complete instructions for more than 35 incredible finishes, all created using worry-free water-based paints and glazes. Each project-from a simple colour-washed wall to an elegant faux marble mantel, from a time-worn antiqued sideboard to a contemporary "sheet metal" table, - is accompanied by detailed full colour photographs and step-by-step instructions, as well as tips for ensuring truly professional results.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
BEAUTIFUL BOOK EVERY NOVICE DECORATOR SHOULD OWN,
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This review is from: Debbie Travis's Painted House: From Basecoat to Faux Finish Using Water-Based Paint (Hardcover)
Tired of white walls, I purchased (and returned) several books in an effort to learn how to make my new home look like those photographed in magazines. In particular, I was looking for an easy procedure for the Ragging Off finish. Debbie Travis' book provides that and more. Each finish for walls, furniture and floors includes a brief description, a list of paint and tools, easy instructions with photographs and several variations of the featured theme. Equally important, her TIP sidebars helped me avoid costly and time consuming mistakes. The most creative chapter, Patterns, includes Squeegee Stripes, Combing, Terra-Cotta Tiles and Stone Blocking. Another favorite is the Carrara Marble effect in the Stone Finishes chapter. This book has something for everyone regardless of style preference, experience or ability. It's an absolute must for novices and professionals alike!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
THE "AVERAGE PERSON" COULD ACTUALLY DO THIS!,
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This review is from: Debbie Travis's Painted House: From Basecoat to Faux Finish Using Water-Based Paint (Hardcover)
I highly recommend this book to anyone planning to redecorate. I wanted to colorwash my bedroom and looked at dozens of books that contained hopelessly complicated directions requiring obscure ingredients. This book is clear, readable, contains simple directions, and uses easy to obtain ingredients. I have no artistic ability and still got great results. My interior decorator is very impressed and is ordering her own copy of the book!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
A bit old fashioned,
This review is from: Debbie Travis's Painted House: From Basecoat to Faux Finish Using Water-Based Paint (Hardcover)
Even though it took over a month to receive this book from the US, I was fairly happy with my purchase.
I was disappointed that she did not cover more on different painting techniques for furniture and more on sponging and ragging effects on walls. Although interesting to read, the whole book was a bit dated. I would like to read more of Debbie's books, but in future look at newer versions.
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