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Faux finishing is one of the easiest ways to take a plain boring surface and create an attractive environment for living. McCloskey had the best systems out there for both artists and non-professionals to express their creativity with a wide variety of popular techniques and finishes. McCloskey put together some excellent guides for using their products to create particular looks. Check out these easy to follow instructions to create specific techniques. Just about any basecoat and glaze will crossover to these techniques. Downloadable and free, print out these guides to help you with your own designer finish!
Color Washing ~ Dragging ~ Rag Rolling ~ Sponging ~ Stippling
Switching gears to something a little more exotic, there are metallic finishes that can create everything, from shimmers to the look of brushed or oxidized metal. Glazes are good for these effects, due to their convenience and efficency. |