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For centuries artisans have applied gold leaf to frames and furniture. Gilding is the laying of a leaf of either gold, silver, fake gold, copper or aluminum on chosen surface. Tools, Bole, Sizing, Gilding with, Common Metals, Gilding With Silver … Continue reading
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Venetian plaster is a wall and ceiling finish using thin layers of plaster applied with a spatula or trowel which are then burnished to create a smooth surface with the illusion of depth and texture. Venetian plaster techniques include marmorino, … Continue reading
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Wood Graining is a faux finishing technique. A way to make something that is not wood look like wood. With this system you can wood grain just about anything you can paint. Burlwood, Wainut Brown, Cinnamon Red, Hazelnut Brown, English … Continue reading
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Marbleizing or Faux marbling is the preparation and finishing of a surface to imitate the appearance of polished marble. Faux marbling is a special case of faux painting used to create the distinctive and varied patterns of marble – the … Continue reading
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Marbleizing or Faux marbling is the preparation and finishing of a surface to imitate the appearance of polished marble. Faux marbling is a special case of faux painting used to create the distinctive and varied patterns of marble – the … Continue reading
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Japanese lacquer originates at sap from the urushi tree. After a long period of aging and processing it can be applied using many methods and on countless forms and surfaces, as well as room interiors. Types of Japanese lacquer include … Continue reading
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Striping adds extra dimension to a piece as well as completing its final appearance. Likewise, a geometric design, or flowers and figures can successfully complement the antiquing glaze. Negative Striping, Positive Striping, Imposing a Design.
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