How to Faux Finish a Grass Cloth Wall
Achieve the look of grass cloth walls with a faux finish technique called "dragging." Whether you're creating an interior design to complement an oriental look, a casual natural feel or an elegant formal setting, utilize the inexpensive process of faux painting. The proper tools will help you achieve this cost-effective and desired finish to your home decor. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Primer paint
- Base coat paint
- Accent paint
- Brushes
- Painter's masking tape
Instructions
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Tape all surrounding edges and apply the primer paint. When completely dry, paint the walls with the base coat to prepare for the final accent colors.
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Select one or two shades of complementary colors of latex paint. Apply over completely dried walls.
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Use a wallpaper brush to achieve the textured effect of grass cloth. Dip the brush with a light coat of accent color and drag the brush in a vertical downward movement, covering a section from the top to the bottom of the wall.
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Complete the entire wall and allow it to dry. Repeat the same procedure with paint a shade lighter in the same tone. This will achieve a natural grass cloth look.
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Use a golden gilt glaze instead of the latex paint, for a more formal dramatic effect.
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Tips & Warnings
Drag the wallpaper brush horizontally over the vertical brushstrokes to obtain a woven effect.
Use slower drying latex paint to allow time to work over mistakes.
