Colorwash ~ a soft, swirled negative technique that resembles clouds in appearance. This technique works well for rooms that you want to look very comfortable, such as a bedroom or nursery. It also is very nice for a foyer or entryway, since it is subtle. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Ragging ~ a negative technique that produces varied effects, depending on the colors used. It can look like old leather to give a very traditional effect, or it can look very contemporary by using bright or contrasting colors. The popular neutral taupe and green colors look especially good using this technique. This technique works well in nearly any type of room. Examples: (click for enlarged view)
Featherdusting ~ a positive technique that gives the illusion of bamboo when finished. This technique is usually used with several layers of different colors, over a light colored base. Metallics can also be used on the top coat for an interesting effect. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Grasscloth or linen ~ these techniques are done with a special comb to give the illusion of fabric on your wall. The difference between the two techniques is that the grasscloth has a "larger weave" than the linen does. The linen therefore gives a more subtle, traditional effect and the grasscloth looks more contemporary. Grasscloth and linen works well in nearly any type of room. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Shadow striping ~ this technique can be done in several different variations. For a subtle or traditional look, a striping can be done using the same color paint, but using a contrast of flat and gloss paint for the stripes. Stripes can also be 'techniqued' or done in a ragging or a colorwash for contrast. Stripes are good for dining rooms or bedrooms but doesn't work well in kitchens or bathrooms where there are few walls with large areas available. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Sponging ~ Sponging is a positive technique that gives your wall or surface a soft, multi color, layered effect. Most professional sponging applications use multiple colors to give the final effect. Metallics are often used as the top layer here to give added dimension as well. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Denim ~ denim and chambray give your wall a look that resembles the fabric itself. The difference between denim and chambray is simply the color choice. Denim is done in a darker blue and chambray is a lighter, more "stone washed" denim look. This technique is really popular in boy's rooms and family rooms, because it's a casual look. Denim can also be used in "blocks" that resemble bricks, going first up and down and then sideways for a tiled effect. This look is very contemporary and unique and can be done in other colors. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Woodgrain and Marble ~ these techniques are specialized techniques intended to make a wall or an item look like either marble or real wood. The marble looks great on columns or tabletops and the woodgrain technique can be used on metal or fiberglass doors or laminate tables to give the illusion of real wood. Different colors can produce different wood looks such as oak, redwood and pine finishes. Examples: (click for enlarged view) Designed and Maintained by Rowan Moon Web Design. |