Faux Painting Tips of 2011 If you are mixing glazes, remember that the right ratio of paint and glaze matters. Normally it is a 3:1 ratio of paint to glaze. While mixing a glaze test the color on a board to see if this is what you wanted. Mix the glaze in small quantities.Combing: this is for those who want a dramatic effect. Faux Painting takes a while to do, as it is a complicated procedure, which involves dragging a comb or brush in the paint in a continuous motion for the desired effect. You can create patterns of plains and basket weave with this technique.
Always begin any DIY activity by preparing for things, for faux painting it includes preparing your walls. Use masking tape on your ceiling and baseboards to make sure that the job is neat. Also cover your floor with a cloth and not with plastic.
Always begin any DIY activity by preparing for things, for faux painting it includes preparing your walls. Use masking tape on your ceiling and baseboards to make sure that the job is neat. Also cover your floor with a cloth and not with plastic.
