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Glazing techniques


Get an over view of the how-to's about glazing.

Learn the difference between;
Latex glazing and
Oil glazing.

Build your vocabulary of glazing definitions, terms and techniques.

 

 
Rustic wood graining

Produce this rustic finish with the appearance of antique wood grain.   It easily complements wall surfaces that have wallpaper or other decorative paint effects, mural painting or plaster treatment. 

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Learn to create these decorative painting techniques for your home and office.
Each techniques are ideally suited for walls, furniture, objects and ceilings! 


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Color washing
Latex glazing  Easy
Oil / Alkyd glazing  Moderate


Rag rolling
Latex glaze - neg. method Moderate
Latex glaze - pos. method Easy
Oil glaze - pos. method Moderate


Sponging
Latex sponging Easy


Stippling
Latex glazing Moderate
Oil / Alkyd glazing Moderate


Striee glazing
Latex glazing Easy
Oil / Alkyd glazing Easy


Pouncing techniques
Latex glazing Moderate
Oil / Alkyd glazing Moderate


Dragging techniques
Latex glazing Easy
Oil / Alkyd glazing Easy

 
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Marbleizing -
This vibrant Ochre marble can make your simplest furniture look grand.

Furniture glazing

Antique furniture with this classic glaze. Create a hand polished ivory finish that professionals will envy. 

Antique wood grain -
Produce this rustic finish with the appearance of antique wood grain.


Weathered doors and windows -
This simple distressed finish evokes time worn comfort and easy living. A perfect decorative paint finish to complement color-washed walls.

Silver leafing - Gilding made easy!
Gold or silver leaf any object, quickly and easily. Basic gilding techniques, terms and principles.

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Gilding techniques- Color mixing recipes - Antiquing methods - 'Classic Antique' glaze - and much more!

  1. Canvas stretching 
    The proper way to stretch a canvas.
  2. Framing Tips 
    Framing tips you should know before you start painting!
  3. Transferring patterns and images to any surface 
    Create your own transfer paper simply and cheaply.
  4. Create perfect ovals and circles 
    Create a symmetrical oval or circle by making a template.
  5. Lettering made simple 
    create signs or lettering on any surface quickly and easily!

 

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