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Paint Books Recommended

Decorative Paint Techniques and Ideas

by Painter Lady

Building on the success of the first Decorative Paint Techniques & Ideas book, this second edition adds information about the advancements and changes that have occurred in the decorative-finish trend.

Decorative painting continues to grow as manufacturers release new paints and products that make it easier, faster, and more reliable for homeowners to add personal style to the interior surfaces of their homes.

From tried-and-true basics to exciting new techniques, this book gives readers everything they need to add personalized color and texture to any wall.

Inspirational photos demonstrate the effects of various paint treatments on room character, while step-by-step photos accompany the instructions for each technique.

Color samples are provided for each technique, and tips from the pros show readers how to create color schemes, avoid problems, and improve results.

Complete lists of tools and materials ensure that projects (more…)

Decorative Paint Techniques and Ideas (Better Homes & Gardens Decorating)

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The Home Decorator’s Color and Texture Bible 180 Complete Schemes for a Harmonious Home

by Painter Lady

Review
The book’s most practical application will be to inspire fresh color combinations with the upholstery and flooring you already have.

(Jessie Milligan Fort Worth Star-Telegram 20080105)

Who wouldn’t like to have an interior designer pick out the colors, fabrics and flooring for your rooms?

(Akron Beach Journal The Charlotte Observer 20071222)

The book’s most practical application will be to inspire fresh colour combinations with the upholstery and flooring you now have.

(McClatchy Newspapers The Calgary Herald 20071222)

Chinn’s easy-to-use [and] practical manual will help homeowners pull together every room…. There are also tons of tips.

(Cecily Ross The Globe and Mail (Metro Ed) 20080928)

[Chinn's] multitude of combinations are sure to inspire (Karen Turner, CanWest News Service The Calgary Herald 200801)

A guide to selecting those decorative pieces, which are simple to use and install.

(Martha Phifer Times Union (Albany) 20080124)

The page layout … allows for easy acc (more…)

The Home Decorator’s Color and Texture Bible: 180 Complete Schemes for a Harmonious Home

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Your Home A Living Canvas: Create Stunning Faux Finishes & Murals with Paint (Hardcover)

by Painter Lady

Uncover the glory in your home!

Use paint to create inspired living spaces that reflect your style and your home’s character. Once upon a time, there was a sad little Victorian house on the corner, abandoned by its previous owners and abused by time.

Your Home, A Living Canvas is the Cinderella story of that house and its transformation into a charming, historic home, thanks to the loving care of acclaimed decorative artisan, Curtis L. Heuser.

From the grand staircase to the cozy third-floor master suite, this book takes you along on the complete floor-to-ceiling, room-by-room makeover.

You’ll learn about the design concepts and inspirations for each space, along with real-world how-to’s behind the wall treatments, ceiling features, architectural highlights, and other exquisite details.

A series of 25+ step-by-step demonstrations show how Heuser used murals, trompe l’oeil and faux finishes to blend old with new, reclaiming the spirit of the (more…)