Download or read book Rescue Restore Redecorate written by Amy Howard and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2018-05-08 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “[The] step-by-step instructions are clear and practically foolproof . . . an essential guide to DIY restoration and antiquing.” ?Publishers Weekly (starred review) Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty, or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Amy Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s beloved classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” redecorating. Try your hand at unique painted and faux finishes, and experiment with gold leaf, distressing, and marvelous graining effects. Along the way, you will learn a treasure trove of techniques, as Howard shares before-and-after makeovers from her studio and offers impeccable step-by-step instruction in all that is needed to achieve each look.
Download or read book How to Paint Furniture written by Annie Sloan and published by . This book was released on 2001-03-22 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The extensive style directory contains over 60 specially designed decorated pieces of furniture, creating a library of decorative techniques and how to use them.'
Download or read book Vintage Furniture Painting written by Karen Petrus Williams and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More painting fun, less tiresome preparation, and great results: that's why these techniques are the best for creating heirloom-quality home décor. For 15 years, designer Karen Petrus Williams has experimented and developed an array of shortcuts, which she reveals here along with her finest projects. All are done on flea market purchases with acrylic paints, using simple yet eye-pleasing processes of building and blending on the surface. Color photos, worksheets, and patterns guide even beginners through 20 lovely pieces, all exquisitely embellished with such vintage-style flourishes as floral wreaths, scrolls, and cartouches. The items include a topiary armoire, panel of roses trunk, and oval cameo desk, and there are tips to customize the pattern for other furniture types.--From publisher description.
Download or read book Furniture Makeovers written by Barb Blair and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2013-04-09 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform tired furniture into stunning showpieces: “A fabulous how-to volume for everything from sanding to decoupage and beyond.” —The City Sage blog You’ll never look at a hand-me-down dresser the same way again! This book offers twenty-six easy-to-follow techniques that can be applied to all different types of pieces, from bookshelves to desks: painting, applying gold leaf, wallpapering, distressing, dip dyeing, and more. In addition to the core techniques, author and Knack Studios founder Barb Blair shares thirty beautiful before-and-after makeovers from her studio and outlines how to achieve each look. With helpful step-by-step photographs, a visual glossary explaining all the tools and materials needed, and a lovely contemporary aesthetic, Furniture Makeovers is a treasure trove of ideas and instruction for the home decorator. “Her amply illustrated book shows why her repurposed furniture is in demand.” —Publishers Weekly
Download or read book The Best of Painted Furniture written by Florence de Dampierre and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 1995 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A glossary and a chapter of tips on conservation, restoration and care of painted furniture makes this a useful handbook as well as a beautifully illustrated encyclopedia of an enduring style.' ---Chicago Tribune
Download or read book Painted Furniture written by Diane M. Weaver and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1995 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring old furniture to life or transform an inexpensive, unfinished piece into the stunning focal point of a room. All it takes are some easy-to-do but very effective decorative painting techniques: sponge painting, wood graining, faux inlay, lacquer, stenciling, combing, and crackling. With scaled patterns accompanying the 27 fantastic projects, you'll work magic in no time at all.
Download or read book 50 Ways to Paint Furniture written by Elise Kinkead and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2007 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Step-by-step photo instructions for popular and new ways to decorate furniture with paint. Includes decorative paint techniques, faux finishes, and surface embellishments on chests, chairs, shelves, tables and more. Basics section covers types of paint,p
Download or read book Young House Love written by Sherry Petersik and published by Artisan. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Download or read book Quick and Easy Paint Transformations written by Annie Sloan and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2014-02-21 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this book in one hand and a brush in the other, you can learn how to create different finishes and effects with paint to change everyday rooms and furnishings into something special, all for the price of a pot of paint. The first section of the book tells you everything you need to know before you start - how to prepare surfaces properly, choose the right paint for the right place, use the best tools and select a colour scheme that will work with the room in question. 50 different techniques follow, with step-by-step photos showing you how to achieve the finished look, accompanied by inspirational photos showing the effect used on walls and doors, furniture and floors. Learn how to update old secondhand furniture, or how to give modern pieces a softly-aged appearance, all with the aid of a pot of paint and a brush. Whatever the style of your interiors, Quick and Easy Paint Transformations will show you the best way to makeover your home.By leading the decorative painting revolution over the last 20 years, Annie Sloan has become perhaps the world's most respected expert in decorative paint, colours, and techniques. Alongside her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint, Annie has inspired generations with her accessible, lively, and creative approach to getting great results.
Download or read book Decorative Furniture Finishes with Vinegar Paint written by Bill Russell and published by Northlight. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides step-by-step instructions for twelve projects using a mixture of apple cider vinegar, dry pigment, and soap to refinish items such as shoe boxes, picture frames, and furniture.
Download or read book American Painted Furniture 1790 1880 written by Cynthia V. A. Schaffner and published by Clarkson Potter Publishers. This book was released on 1997 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A definitive guide to the 18th- and 19th-century painted furniture that has dominated recent antiques shows. The authors consider the elegant painted furniture from major East Coast style centers. An impressive array of works by prominent craftsmen are highlighted. 350 full-color photos. Major reviews.
Download or read book Painting Furniture written by Wendy Tanner and published by Wendy Tanner. This book was released on 2022-03-31 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book I share the knowledge and tips that I have picked up along the way through years of furniture painting. I describe how to do everything from prep work to finishes, embellishments and techniques. If you want to learn more than just how to paint furniture, I made this book for you!
Download or read book The Art of Painted Furniture written by Anita Rosenberg and published by Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2002 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most beautiful patterns and creative techniques for furniture painting are right here, all broken down in detail. Find out how to do a variety of brushstrokes, personalize each piece with unusual motifs, and use color effectively. Great projects include a gothic-style table and dcoupaged chest, plus brilliant ideas for chairs, trays, and more.
Download or read book Paint Pouring written by Rick Cheadle and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-02-12 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paint Pouring is a form of abstract art that uses acrylic paints with a runny (fluid) consistency. The acrylic paints react with each other when combined to make interesting and visually organic motifs. Fluid acrylics can be used on many types of substrates through various techniques such as pouring, dripping, swirling, glazing, dipping, and more to create dazzling and masterful effects. This book provides everything you will need to become a paint pouring artist. Learn to: Set up your paint pouring studio on a budget Complete your supply list Discover a variety of techniques Properly handle and care for your art Establish appropriate mixing ratios Achieve correct paint density And many other lessons crucial to the craft This new art form is fun for all ages. Become a fluid art master today.
Download or read book Painting Furniture Finishing and Repairing A Compilation of Helpful Articles for Craftsmen Home Owners Painters and Handymen written by Various and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-01-08 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text contains a detailed guide to painting, furniture finishing, and repairing, and includes a wealth of helpful information on tools, materials, and technique. A book that is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in the making or restoring of furniture, this guide contains a wealth of handy information and constitutes a great addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The Modern Finishing Method', 'Stop Masks from Rubber Bands for Painting Objects', 'Waterproofing Old Boat Hulls', 'Paint for Hot Surfaces', 'Mixes for Various Colours of Grey', 'Wax Finish on Wood Dishes', 'Methods of Finishing Rare and Fancy Woods', and many more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained within it, and we are proud to republish this antique book now complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Furniture Refinishing Repair 2nd Revised Edition written by Brian Hingley and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-12 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by furniture repair expert and authority in the field, Brian D. Hingley Provides shop-tested and approved methods, as well as helpful information on tools and supplies Learn to remove or restore old finishes, refurbish warped wood, make structural repairs, and more Includes more than 500 step-by-step instructions, photographs, and drawings A go-to guide to repair, renovate, and refinish furniture
Download or read book Decorative Painting Techniques for Walls Floors Ceilings Furniture written by Elise Kinkead and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Features concise, illustrated instructions for 150 of the most popular interior decorative painting techniques"--Provided by publisher.
