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Faux Metallic Finishes

Check out these sites for information and instructions on doing faux metallic finishes.

Faux Bronze
This project uses cheap plastic shelving and covers it with a faux bronze finish. Photos and step-by-step instructions.

Brushed Metal Effect from HGTV
Use glazes to achieve a brushed metal look on walls. Instructions and photo from HGTV's Decorating With Style: Episode DWS-416.

Faux Steel
A technique to cover a wall or cabinet in a faux metallic look, from Decorating with Style, Episode DWS-713.

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