Tortoise shell finishes are one of the most difficult faux finishes to execute. In this post, I will explain the process step by step, and hopefully provide enough guidance for you to get started on your own imitations. For centuries, … Continue reading
If you want to realistically imitate a wood essence, you need to have several samples of it at hand and to study them in depth. First, observe the different hues of the particular wood, then its pores, its veins, and its … Continue reading
Discarded furniture is often tempting to collect with a view to offer it a second life. However, one can quickly accumulate enough broken, comatose, moribund pieces to open a furniture hospital or grave yard. You should brake for these abandoned … Continue reading
Many large murals adorn the French urban streetscapes. Some serve a sole decorative purpose: to transform unsightly blank walls or hide temporary renovation work. Others are political or whimsical. However, when it comes to the beautification of the city, the … Continue reading
