Decorative Painting Techniques
"Faux Finishing" a term which describes a decorative painting
discipline, traditionally part of the house painting and decorating
trade. There are schools, classes and workshops dedicated to the
advancement of this craft.
Interior painting techniques created with the use
of glaze and paint are endless,
Whichever
you choose,
the timing couldn't be better: In terms of design trends, high-end
commercial company's such hotels offices are striving to make
their business more individual and luxurious than ever. Both current
trends - homey, authentic Old World looks and clean-lined, elegant
contemporary designs - lend themselves to faux applications.
Traditional-minded clients favor such techniques as layered peeling
paint and
plaster finishes, as well as classic frescoes.
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"As
crazy as our society is, customers want a sense of permanence in
their commercial setting , with a home like setting ,
conferences rooms laborers, personal offices, not some contemporary
wallpaper that is out of style in six months," said Hirsch. Modern
design, on the other hand, is perfect for more subtle pearlized and
metallic faux finishes. Either way, the market for unique decorative
painting is an ever-growing entity.