The Complete Book of Paint
Title | The Complete Book of Paint PDF eBook |
Author | David Carter |
Publisher | Clarkson Potter |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Furniture finishing |
ISBN | 9780517704516 |
The first book to cover virtually every paint technique and every conceivable surface: walls, floors, wood furniture, and even upholstered fabrics and metalwork from a hot new designer. The book's 35 projects provide beautiful results and are also accessible to those with a less-than-practiced hand. 200 full-color photographs.
The Natural Paint Book
Title | The Natural Paint Book PDF eBook |
Author | Lynn Edwards |
Publisher | Rodale |
Total Pages | 206 |
Release | 2003-04-05 |
Genre | House & Home |
ISBN | 9780875969145 |
Citing a high number of pollutants in today's indoor environments, a comprehensive guide to making organic, all-natural paint and finish alternatives offers step-by-step instructions on how to convert readily available ingredients. Original. 15,000 first printing.
Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes
Title | Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes PDF eBook |
Author | Annie Sloan |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Total Pages | 242 |
Release | 2004-02-28 |
Genre | Architecture |
ISBN | 9781843400523 |
'Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes' explores all the decorative techniques you will ever need to decorate your home creatively, innovatively, and with professional results. Techniques from ragging and sponging to woodgraining and marbling, stencilling with brushes, rollers or spray paints, traditional and modern decoupage, staining wood, and distressing metal leaf are explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrated on walls, furniture, and accessories. Examples of how the effects look using different colours are also included, so that you can choose the perfect combinations for your project.
The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques
Title | The Complete Book of Decorative Paint Techniques PDF eBook |
Author | Annie Sloan |
Publisher | Gramercy |
Total Pages | 230 |
Release | 1990 |
Genre | Design |
ISBN | 9780517022658 |
Explains in detail about mixing colors, applying paint, brushes and equipment required. Easy to follow instructions and step by step photographys.
Kevin McCloud's Complete Book of Paint and Decorative Techniques
Title | Kevin McCloud's Complete Book of Paint and Decorative Techniques PDF eBook |
Author | Kevin McCloud |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 282 |
Release | 1997 |
Genre | Color decoration and ornament |
ISBN | 0684874342 |
Through the use of more than 400 instructional and inspirational color photos and a unique 16-page color selector on graduated pages, the author of "Decorative Style" and "Lighting Style" demystifies the art of using colors, textures, paints, and surface finishes to create dramatic and distinctive effects in any home.
Paint in America
Title | Paint in America PDF eBook |
Author | Roger W. Moss |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | 326 |
Release | 1994 |
Genre | Architecture |
ISBN | 9780471144113 |
The definitive volume on how paint has been used in the U.S. in the last 250 years. Eminent contributors cover the history of this medium in American buildings from the 17th century to the end of the 19th century. Contains a survey of practices and materials in England, cutting-edge techniques used by today's researchers in examining historic paints, fascinating case studies and an important chart of early American paint colors. Explains how to identify pigments and media, how to prepare surfaces for application and apply paint. Includes the chemical properties of paint with a table of paint components, plus a glossary and bibliography.
How to Paint
Title | How to Paint PDF eBook |
Author | Angela Gair |
Publisher | New Holland Australia(AU) |
Total Pages | 360 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Painting |
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Beginners who want to master the basics of watercolors, acrylics, and oils will find more than 350 color photos to guide them, along with easy-to-follow instructions. More experienced painters can hone their skills using detailed studies of a range of techniques. Each section offers practical information on materials and equipment, a gallery of professional work to inspire creativity, and projects that cover landscapes, still lifes, people, flowers, animals, and buildings.