Minggu, 09 Juni 2013

Why You Should Hire A Faux Painter

By Mara Boone


A faux painter is someone who uses various paint techniques to create an illusion. The word faux means false in French as these techniques started as a way of making surfaces resemble marble or wood by using paint. It has subsequently come to include many other finishes and these offer endless decorative opportunities.

It was centuries ago that these type of techniques began to be used in order to create illusions. Apprentices would learn these techniques from their masters. They were highly regarded if they were experts in their craft and could deceive viewers into thinking that they were looking at marble or wood rather than paint.

Techniques used by painters today include sponging, dragging, color washing, trompe o'oeil and many more. Paint and glaze is used to create these finishes and many require application of a number of layers. Plaster may also be used for some effects. Many tools such as brushes, sponges, rollers and rags can be used.

What homeowners are now looking for is that sense that surfaces have acquired their earthy beauty over time. People are more interested in having a customized look that cannot be found in another home. It is not so easy to achieve these effects themselves and that is why painters with expertize are being hired.

Some techniques are definitely best left in the hands of painters with expertise and years of practice. There are painters who are in fact both artists and artisans. The sky is the limit when it comes to the creative finishes they produce. They may even combine techniques and materials with some truly stunning effects.

These painters are usually passionate about what they are doing and take great pride in doing their work to the best of their ability. Reading different testimonials online written by clients is one way of gaining a good idea of what an individual is capable of. You will find out how helpful and professional they are.

The consultation with such a painter can be very helpful. You should be able to examine samples of previous work done and this will give an immediate indication of the level of expertize. You may be given helpful suggestions about textures and colors to take into account when making your choices.

These finishes applied by a faux painter can help to transform an ordinary room into something special. A wall mural may be used to pull together all the elements in a lounge. Various textures like a metallic tissue finish or a rich fabric finish may create a stunning feature wall. Even a kitchen can benefit from painting counter tops to look like marble. Finishes are being used in unexpected ways too these days, like painting a whole ceiling. Higher-end finishes like gilding, wood grain and Venetian plaster cost more because there are more steps involved but you will be delighted with the results.




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