Paint! Did you know there is over 20 different variations of paint which are all designed to create different results? Thanks to impressive paint technology, you can now just about paint anything to add decorative color and amazing effects to any aspect of your home. Both inside and out.
With the right paint combination's you can:
Make wood look like Marble. Transform Boring Walls Into Accent Attractions. Make a Room Appear Larger or Smaller. Create the Look of Fabric on Flat Surfaces. Turn Cheap Plastic into Impressive Faux Terra Cotta Pieces. Turn New into Antiques. Change the Old Into New. And...the list goes on and on.
So, to tickle your creative fancy here's the list of the most popular types of paint that are tried and true favorites.
Chalkboard Paint: This is a cool paint that will make any flat surface a chalkboard. No longer are you limited to black, you can add or order various dark colors that will work just as well. For smaller projects you can buy a spray can. Brush on gallons are available for larger applications.
Crackle Paint: This is a 2-step paint package that will give any piece (new or old) an antiqued look. It works well on walls, columns, paintings and wood furniture.
Frosted-Glass Paint: This paint application on glass a will create a semi-transparent, frosted look. Perfect for windows when you need privacy but don't want curtains.
Pearlescent Paint: Gives any surface a shimmery, pearlized appearance.
Magnetic Paint: Apply a layer of this paint before applying chalkboard paint and you have unlimited creative expression options.
Leather Look Paint - These come in multi-step roll or spray on kits to give a wall, furniture piece or lamp shade a nice suede leather look.
Metallic Paint: This comes in sprays and can give plastic, wood, plaster etc. a fantastic metal finish. Works great on picture frames.
Mirror Paint: Any piece of glass can become a mirror. It's always applied to the back, or bottom of the glass and comes with a sealer to protect the finish. Try it on a glass table or large vase.
Self Blending Paint: Irritated by the lines that your roller or brush creates? This paint is designed to blend together to guarantee a smooth finish. Perfect for kitchen cabinets.
Fabric Paint: This is an amazing medium. Easy to apply to most fabrics, but it is especially good for blankets and sisal rugs. There will often be sealing instructions for color protection, such as heat setting.
Paint Pens: Great idea for detailed work or tight spaces. It's paint so it has the longevity of a painted project but is applied like a marker.
Glow in the Dark Paint: Perfect for the kid's room. Use it on the ceiling, head board or even the wood floor to inspire adventures when the lights go out.
Denim Paint: This kit gives any surface the look of denim. There are also kits to create the appearance of linen and canvas.
Plastic Spray Paint: Need strong water proof paint for the out door furniture. This stuff is perfect and comes in a wide variety of colors.
The potential of these paint applications are unlimited. Some also require a specific type roller or brush to aid in the desired effect so be sure to read the paint packaging before leaving the home improvement center.
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