Faux Finish Ideas

Colorwashing

• Envision the walls of a room bathed in the ethereal hues of twilight. Using the color washing painting technique, you can give any room in your home a more inviting look and feel.

Drybrushing

• Add a touch of drama to any room with the softly textured look of dry brushing. It is a simple and affordable way to turn an ordinary space into a cozy retreat.

Fresco

• To give any wall in your house a mottled, parchment look, you can fresco in a fun and easy way with Benjamin Moore latex paints and glazing liquids. Because they are easy to clean and leave little odor, it has never been simpler to go fresco.

Geometric Reflections

• Decorative elements, such as painting geometric shapes, can highlight color depth and increase light reflection for to create a radiant glow.

Glitter• With the glitter effect, tiny specks of reflective material in the finish catch

the light, adding a whimsical twinkle to rooms or painted furnishings. It can be applied either as a transparent topcoat over any painted surfaces, or as a veil of sparkle on walls or craft projects.

Ragging

• By giving the appearance of shifting color density, paint ragging evokes the timeless appeal of well-worn leather or soft, faded chambray. As with sponging, different effects can be achieved by applying or removing glaze with a rag or cloth.

Smooshing

• Smooshing paint lends the elegant look of moiré wall coverings or a simple marbled effect to a room, with a technique that is easy to use.

Sponging

• Sponging paint is one of the easiest techniques to master - and can give your walls the delicate, mottled look of aged porcelain, as well as the dramatic look of rustic stoneware.

Texturize• With tiny granules that absorb and reflect light, our Studio Finishes® Latex

Texture Sand hides minor imperfections with the depth and tactile appeal of a fine, textured painting. Its natural, earthy feel also evokes the organic tones of stone and sand.

Wall Stripes• Give any room a light and sophisticated style with subtle wall stripes,

which add a touch of texture and sheen for a soft, subtle look. The style goes well with pale-toned furnishings and rich fabrics or with luxurious accents such as large pillows and lush window treatments.

Checkerboard• Simple yet sophisticated, painted checkerboard patio or porch floors have

been popular since the eighteenth century, when homeowners sought an inexpensive way to imitate the marble floors of classical buildings. Use this simple porch paint idea to add to add character and an illusion of space to your outdoor living area.

Source

• Benjaminmoore.com