How to Apply Faux Finishes - Tools
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Learn how to apply a faux finish; includes details on sponging, dragging, combing and marbling as well as tips, materials and tool lists.
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Sponging Tools
and supplies:
 Wide bristle paintbrush (or paint roller and pan)
Natural sponge
Clean scrap boards
Wide bristle paintbrushes
Materials:
Water based, latex flat house paint (3 shades of same color)
Dragging and Combing Tools and supplies:
Wide bristle paintbrush (for painting)
Wide, short stiff bristle brush (for dragging)
Combing tool
Materials:
Water based, latex flat house paint (thinned with water)
Marbling Tools and supplies:
Assorted wide and thin paintbrushes
Materials:
Contrasting paint colors (Keven used pink, white, gray and brown)
Note: This list is based on this specific project
and situation. Please adjust these items and instructions to your
particular needs.
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