Before I got into woodworking, I fell headfirst into decorative finishes and textures. Paint was my entry into the DIY world, and I fell in love with its endless possibilities. When it comes to ...

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Follow the paint's drying time recommendations before adding a glaze coat. The base coat, which is often the lightest color in your faux painting scheme, is an eggshell or satin-sheen latex paint.

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Question: I am remodeling my living room, and I’m thinking about using glazing instead of flat paint or wallpaper. What are the best paints, materials and techniques to use for a professional-looking ...

Acrylics, because they are water-based, can be thinned with water to create transparent washes. But the pigments don’t tend to adhere very well once this is done, which is where glazing media come in.