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Membership features include: |
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Antiquing
methods
at
The Antiquing
Center |
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"Classic
antique glaze recipe"
specific colors
required and
proportions to
produce the classic
antique glaze. |
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Antiquing
with oil glazes |
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Antiquing
with water based glazes |
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Antiquing with waxes |
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Antiquing Gold Leaf
Add
the effects of age
and time in a few
short steps. |
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Antiquing Silver
Leaf
Antiquing glaze creates the soft
glow of slightly tarnished silver. Mixing the right
colors use to be a challenge. Well not anymore..... |
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artSparx
Color Palette -
Color Learning Center |
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artSparx
ColorSelect
System -
color mixing
recipes
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Color Palette |
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Parchment
color wash recipe
If you are going for a
linen/parchment appearance on
your walls try this simple
recipe. |
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Ask artSparx
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Question and
answer forum
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Gilding
Techniques at
the artSparx
Gilded Corner |
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Gold leafing
techniques |
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Silver leafing
techniques |
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Imitation leaf
gilding
techniques |
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Exterior Gilding
Techniques |
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Gilding Ceilings
and large
surfaces - Walls
and more. |
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7 essential
gilding tips |
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Gilding
terminology |
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Gilding Supplies
and special
offers |
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Step-by-step
tutorials |
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Simulated Fresco
Treatments -
NEW
Create old world charm or contemporary sophistication with these easy to follow
plaster effects and simulated Fresco techniques. |
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Bronzing Patina
Simulated
bronzing effects
are ideally
applied over
metal surfaces,
or wooden
objects, to
create the
appearance of a
genuine bronze
patina. |
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Chinese Red Lacquer paint treatment
This simulated polished red lacquer
effect is perfect for creating an
authentic Asian influence in any
environment. Transform simple furniture,
or elaborately carved ornament into a
beautiful keep sake. |
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Marbleizing -
This vibrant
Ochre
marble can make your simplest furniture look
grand. |
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Delft
Tiles
Learn to paint these classic tiles, ideal suited for
back splashes, decorative trays and objects,
fire place surrounds, or just about anywhere
you want to add a splash of old world charm.
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Furniture glazing
Antique furniture with this
classic glaze. Create a hand
polished ivory finish that
professionals will envy. |
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Glazing Cabinets
- Kitchens,
baths and
furniture |
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Antique wood grain
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Produce this rustic
finish with the appearance of antique wood grain.
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Weathered
doors and windows -
This simple distressed
finish evokes time worn comfort and easy living.
A perfect decorative paint finish to complement color-washed
walls.
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Antique Plaster Wall Effects
- NEW
Contemporary treatments using plaster effects can
add richness and texture to your rooms, while implying an
impression of sophistication and elegance. |
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Painting Sky Murals
Cloud and sky paintings
can be a simple representation or an
elaborate painted affair. Learn how to
create your own. |
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Hand Painted
Floor techniques
The magic of a
painted floor
can transform a
common space
into a unique
and beautiful
expression of
you and your
families
personality. You
can paint
entrance floors,
children's
rooms, porches,
or just about
any wooden
floor. |
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Mural Painting |
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Essential mural tips and techniques!
Creating effective murals often incorporate many
different techniques, painting, glazing, and perspective to name a
few. The most important factor is your imagination. But if that's
not enough we've put together a few helpful tips to get you
started in the right direction fast.
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Decorating
Children's Rooms |
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Series 1
Painted
stripe treatment. Create softly
rag rolled and striped
yellow walls. |
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Series 2
Adding
hand-painted decorative scrolls,
allows you to further embellish the room
with decorative motifs. |
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Series 3
Painting
furniture details. Complete the room by
adding the final touches to furniture
and room details. |
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Quick Chart: Proper use of
colorants. Oil based and
latex based color
mixes. |
