Books and Videos:
Faux Finishes
A do-it-yourself topic that I often receive questions
about is faux finishing. As we all known, this is an inexpensive way of adding a special
effect to any room. If you want to try faux finishing, here are some books and videos you
might consider. These would also be useful for communicating your ideas to others that
might do the painting for you.
Books
1. Creative Paint Finishes for the Home, by
Phillip C. Myer, $19.59
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
Buyers remarks, "The book begins with the proper preparation steps in decorating a
variety of surfaces from furniture, accessories to interiors surfaces- walls, floors,
ceilings. If you ever consider painting or decorating your walls, floors or furniture-
this is the book for you. Techniques are broken down into easy, intermediate to advanced--
so you can grow with the book. Paint and faux finish techniques from A to Z are covered...
sponging, ragging, glazing, marbleizing, wood graining, gilding, stenciling, …"
2. The Complete Book of Paint Techniques , by
Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski (Contributor), $11.96
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
From the author, Penny Swift, "This book is ideal for anybody wanting to learn the
basics of decorative paint techniques as well people looking for inspiration. It is jam
packed with full color photographs, including step-by-step pictures. Although the
instructions given are simple, most of the interiors illustrated were professionally
painted. It also includes a section on the history of paint techniques…"
3. The Art of Faux : The Complete... , by
Pierre Finkelstein, $36.00
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
Synopsis from Amazon.com, "This collection of show-and-tell how-to's includes a
marvelous range of surfaces, paints, tools, and procedures. The techniques shown simulate
marble, wood, stone, leather, ceramic, and many other fascinating finishes. A basic
instructional for beginners; a thorough reference for professionals. 350 color and 250 b/w
illustrations."*If you’d like a book that is strictly about faux
finishes on furniture, take a look at this one.
4. Creative Paint Finishes for Furniture , by
Phillip C. Myer, $19.59
Customer review: "The author shows how to transform new and old, outdate furniture
with paint finish techniques. The book is broken down into a variety of easy to follow
methods. Large full color step-by-step photographs show the reader how to achieve
successful results. A novice can understand the instructions and get results quickly.
Techniques that are especially attractive: faux leather look…"
Videos
1. Fine Furniture Finishing, Volume 1
Editorial Reviews, Video Description
How to create beautiful finishes; your complete do-it-yourself guide. How to finish and
re-finish
furniture, including faux finishes, clear coat finishes, antiqing, colors, and glazes.
Join your host, master finisher David Sorg, as he shows you the materials, tools, and
techniques you need to create your own beautiful finishes. David explains how even the
most complex looks can be broken into Simple, Easy-to-Do steps that produce Amazing
Results! Start-to-finish demonstrations include: Faux marbles in oil and water-based
materials; Wood stains, filler, and putties; Shellac; Oil and water-based clear varnishes;
Wipe-on oil finish and wax; Antiqing, mixing colors and glazes; Oriental style lacquer.
Volume 1 is complete; after you watch it, you will be able to turn the ordinary into the
extraordinary - and you'll have a lot of fun doing it!
2. Fine Furniture Finishing, Volume 2
Editorial Reviews, Video Description
Volume 2 builds on the first tape of this series (see Volume 1) and is made
for those of you who desire to carry the art of finishing to its highest levels. Once
again, join your host, master finisher David Sorg, as you discover the secrets to
beautiful finishes. You will learn how to create effects that you may have never thought
possible! Volume 2 demonstrations include: Faux granite; Floated faux marbles with both
positive and negative methods; Faux tortoise-shell; Hand rubbing and polishing finish
coats; Dragging, pinstriping, and stenciling; Crackle effects. This tape will give you the
knowledge to achieve sensational results. And, like Volume 1, we believe you'll have a
great time doing it!
Catherine Foust McGivern
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