Faux Finishes
Start here in your search for websites with faux finish techniques. Get instructions, photos, projects, tips, tools, and materials, and learn more about dozens of faux painting styles.
Benjamin Moore Paint Projects
An index of several faux finish projects including striping and grids. Each has photos and instructions.
Fabulous Fakes
Info on several types of faux finishes, as well as cost estimates per square foot.
Faux Beadboard Paint Technique
Use a scored squeegee to create the look of beadboard with paint. From HGTV's Room by Room: Episode RXR-1612.
Hometime Faux Finish Techniques
Sponging, rag rolling, and parchment glaze projects are shown, as well as base coats and sample boards.
How to Paint Dark Paneling
Photos and detailed project instructions to cover dark wall paneling with paint. From Benjamin Moore.
Interior Stucco
Offers online shopping for imported texture products including Venetian Plasters, Textured Plasters, and Textured Paints in any color.
Murals by Capriccio!
Artist Mary Schwartz specializes in custom designed murals, trompe l’oeil, faux finishing, custom decorative art, wall graphics and murals for home and office.
Overview of Faux Finishes
Good article describing various faux finishes, what is involved, and some sample prices.
Shadow Striping
How to alternate strips of the same color in both matte and semi-gloss stripes for a subtle yet effective wall treatment.
Whisking
Get a quick how-to for this paint technique that uses two paint colors and a whisk broom to remove some of the top coat. From HGTV's Room by Room, Episode RXR-502.
Whitewashed Limed Walls
Photo and instructions for whitewashing your walls.