Many people struggle with a lack of understanding of terminology to express and define their particular interior design style. With so many different design styles out there, it can be challenging to know which one is right for you. Modern, industrial, shabby chic...
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The smell of paint is generally a dead giveaway that what you're breathing in can't be healthy. Well, it turns out that you should actually trust your nose! Lead paint, which the Consumer Product Safety Commission outlawed in 1977, is not the only kind of paint...
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While faux painting may seem like a contemporary design trend, you may be surprised to learn that it dates back to ancient Egypt, when stucco and Venetian plaster finishes first gained popularity. Faux finishes were employed to alter the look of tombs and cave walls. Nowadays,...
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A renovation or remodel is often one of the first things on your to-do list if you are trying to increase the value of your home to sell your property or simply considering long-term resale potential. By renovating a few walls, you can upgrade the...
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Metallic finishes can add a touch of glitz and glamor to almost any space! Wallpaper is a key trend at the moment, with designs becoming more textured and metallic. But, as wallpaper trends change, so does the paint industry! You may have noticed an increase in...
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A couple of months into 2022, we've already seen a few polarizing design trends, such as a natural concrete atmosphere, emerge! We've previously discussed how to maximize the impact of metallic paint finishes, but now it's time to discuss a trend on the other side of...
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Venetian polished plaster oozes pure elegance and class...
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Of the many ways to introduce texture to the walls of your home, Venetian plaster wall textures are certainly one of the most elegant yet long-lasting finishes. A combination of material and application techniques produces a tactile quality, but unlike traditional paint finishes, the liquid paste,...
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Trends tend to repeat themselves…and we have no complaints about the latest fad that is making a comeback. Yes, the velvet paint finish is back and better than ever — and it's all over our walls! When viewed head-on, velvet paint can resemble a Venetian...
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Marmorino is a lime plaster that is easy to apply on interior/exterior surfaces. It may be used to produce stunning polished or textured stone effects with smooth matte to deep textures. Venetian plaster, also known as Marmorino in Italian, is a classic Italian wall plaster that...
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