The Ultimate Book of Paint Effects

Murdoch Books, Sydney, 2000. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine Condition/Near Fine. Size: Quarto. 256 pages. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. No foxing in this copy. Dust Jacket is not price-clipped and in excellent condition. Previous owner's signature in ink. All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. This book is available and will be shipped from our Australian address within two business days. A guide to paint effects and how to achieve them. It draws on the experience of an array of expert authors and provides paint transformation ideas. The introductory section explores the myriad of paint products available and explains paint jargon and uses. All major paint effects are covered in detail, including sponging, colourwashing, liming, verdigris and more. Decorative paint effects, such as stencilling, gilding, barge painting and stamping are also addressed. There are over 50 step-by-step projects that demonstrate how to put the paint effects to use. The book is divided room by room and contains ideas for around the house where just a little information can transform everyday objects, from a marble-effect dressing table to a faux tortoiseshell light shade, and from a geometric floor design to a folk art stencilled chair. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Home Decorating & Repair; Australia; ISBN: 0864119984. ISBN/EAN: 9780864119988. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 4950. . 9780864119988 This book weighs over one kilogram, and may involve extra shipping charges if posted to some countries..