Classic Paints & Faux Finishes

by Annie Sloan

Book Overview

Step-by-step instruction on classic decorative techniques including glazes, simple oil paint, limewash, bronze powders, decoupage, wood stains, antiquing and distressing, crackle varnish and more.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0895778971
• ISBN13: 9780895778970
• Release Date: May 2000
• Publisher: Reader's Digest Association
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.2" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

Great book for the serious/professional finisher

This is not a beginner book. However it is perfect for the professional finisher - especially if you take an interest in historic paints and techniques. There are many excellent recepies for historic paints, including calcamine. For the serious decorative painter this book is top notch.

Beyond the Basic Craft

Although this book might not be the choice of a first-time faux painter, it is invaluable if you want the secrets to a classy, authentic paint job. Classic Paints & Faux Finishes has unlocked the mystery of the strange paint on my 1850's ceilings and why no other paint will stick to it; has authentic alternatives for treating plaster walls without resorting to inappropriate "plastic" paints and it provides simple recipes to create beautiful historic paints that are otherwise nearly impossible to acquire. The color and pigment charts are also very helpful. This is an excellent and inspiring reference book that should join your library when you wish to preserve the integrity of the past or when you cross the line from craft to art.