Classic paints & faux finishes [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Annie Sloan (Author), Kate Gwynn (Author), Geoff Dann (Photographer)

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Readers Digest; 4th edition (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895778971
• ISBN-13: 978-0895778970
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,072,704 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #93 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Interior Design > Painting & Wallpapering

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Geared more toward the professional painter., October 17, 1999

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Vickie S. Owens (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Classic paints & faux finishes (Paperback)

Very informative on the history of painting and the chemicals and processes used. However for the average person, most of the paint, tools and chemicals are not common and are hard to come by. It's not for the person that is looking for step-by-step projects either.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Basic Craft, September 5, 2000

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June Harris (New Hampshire) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Classic paints & faux finishes (Paperback)

Although this book might not be the choice of a first-time faux painter, it is invaluable if you want the secrets to a classy, authentic paint job. Classic Paints & Faux Finishes has unlocked the mystery of the strange paint on my 1850's ceilings and why no other paint will stick to it; has authentic alternatives for treating plaster walls without resorting to inappropriate "plastic" paints and it provides simple recipes to create beautiful historic paints that are otherwise nearly impossible to acquire. The color and pigment charts are also very helpful. This is an excellent and inspiring reference book that should join your library when you wish to preserve the integrity of the past or when you cross the line from craft to art.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not for the Beginner, June 2, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Classic paints & faux finishes (Paperback)

This book shows beautiful faux finishes, but goes more into the natural and/or elaborate elements needed to attain the beautiful finish. It doesn't teach the beginner or home decorator the basic steps needed to attain the wonderful results. I am no closer to a beautiful faux finish in my livingroom than I was before purchasing this book.