FAUX PAINTING TECHNIQUEIf your looking for a specific faux painting technique, click this faux finishing link to help you find your intended wall decorating finish or faux painting project. If your interested in learning about adding glaze to your paint prior to doing a faux finish, then the following page should be of interest. Below are the differences between each type of glaze, how to apply your selected type of glaze and which glaze works best for each specific type of faux technique being used. A glaze is normally used to add dimension, strength, drying time, workability and will also enhance the look of a decorative paint finish. Glaze has the ability to cover a lot more surface than a regular can of paint and it usually comes in two different bases, oil (alkyd) or water. Read the label instructions to be sure the glaze you choosing will work with the paint your using. Another thing to keep in mind is try and stay within the paint to glaze mixing ratios. To much or to little of eather paint or glaze can give you an undesirable effect. Do a test area on primed and painted cardboard or in a closet prior to glazing your main project. A quart of water thinned paint and a tablespoon of glycerin can be used as an alternative to purchasing a manufactured glaze for your faux painting technique. With that said, you may find the store bought glazing product, dries slower than your home made kind. Another advantage to a manufactured glaze that's made for latex is the glaze can be purchased, mixed and pre-tinted to your chosen color. Doing a decorative wall finish, with a latex product means easy clean up, less odor, and quick drying time. Oil (alkyd) paints and glazes have a slower drying time, hard durable surface and are easier to work with. Such advantages make an oil based faux painting technique well suited for someone who is new at decorative wall finishing. Oils can also work better for a specific faux like graining or marbling. Even so oil based glazes are messy, flammable, have a lot stronger odor to contend with and involve a certain amount of environmental concerns. Slower drying time can also be a disadvantage, if you are looking to get the job done quickly. Glaze can be rolled on when painting a large area for your faux painting technique. If on the other hand you would prefer more variation in your finished project, then use a brush. Sponges are also used for certain faux techniques. The key to proper glazing is to always have a wet edge. It's a good idea when glazing a surface to use the help of a friend. Are you Looking for a specific faux painting technique, decorating idea or wall design solution, then click the home link. You should be able to find an idea or project by reading the text. If I've missed something or you’d like to ask a question, e-mail me. Your address will be held in the strictest confidence. I'll also try to answer you in as prompt a manner as possible.
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