Another way to express your style is use of faux finishes or decorative painting. The literal interpretation of the term 'faux finish' is a finish that replicates something natural like, marble, wood or stone. Unfortunately, many people have seen some bad interpretations of faux finishes...things like sponge painting or rag rolling come to mind. The not-so-great finishes exist because the good finishes are not easy. Learning a faux finish on a sample board in a week long class is very different than making it look natural on a whole wall. We have degreed artists on our crew who have trained in various places in the world. Their training and experience is critical because putting a finish on a wall requires more consideration than just the color or technique. You must consider scale of the pattern, or lack of pattern, weight, continuity and the ability to create art that is completed in sections...yet must appear seamless. This is where the difference becomes apparent between a person who says they are as a "faux finisher" and the true professional artist. These designed and decorative finishes can be subtle or bold, but each is designed with you for your home.
We will help guide you through the many options for a designed faux finish by showing you over-sized samples of various techniques, colors, and styles. Pictures of past projects and samples displayed in our showroom are a great visual for the creation of ideas for your home.
Bring samples of the elements from your home to the showroom. Starting with a piece of granite, a fabric swatch, or a print...now the fun begins when we are able to collaborate to bring the elements together with a finish for your walls. We work with you to determine the right shades and textures based on your home and the colors you have used in designing your living space. Once you've made a decision, sample boards will be created for you. Upon your approval, we begin to work on your personalized masterpiece.
