Faux Painting

Painted Patio

Video | 01:52

Taniya Nayak on the faux tile patio she created for the outdoor living room.

DIY Faux Marbled Table

Video | 01:37

Turn a bland tabletop into an elegant statement piece with our easy marbling technique.

How to Paint a Faux Zinc Planter

Article

This stylish zinc planter looks haute but stays cool in the sun. And no one will ever know it’s faux.

Texture Types To Try

Video | 02:23

Faux finishing can give a variety of textures and colors for your walls.

Photo Studio Home

Video | 04:17

Check out a transformation from photographer studio to home.

Faux To Fool The Eye

Video | 02:38

The faux painting technique of Trompe l'oeil can add opulence for less.

Easy Ersatz Oil Paintings

Video | 03:03

Give inexpensive posters the look of classical paintings with ease.

How to Make Nested Origami Boxes

Article

Create these nesting gift boxes using card stock, iridescent paint and origami techniques.

Front Door Decor

Video | 03:29

Concrete paint and creative furniture rearranging add interest to a porch.

Paint Technique: Aged Copper Instructions

Article

Paint wood or even laminate cabinets in an aged copper finish for a rich look. Follow these step-by-step instructions.

How to Paint a Concrete Patio Floor

Video | 01:35

Learn how to paint a concrete patio floor and create a faux rug. Use porch and floor paint made to go over concrete to cover your concrete patio.Use paint that is self-priming and self-sealing, to save yourself a few layers. Give it overnight to dry, then use tape to mark a border and create your rug design.

Distressed Kitchen Cabinets

Article

This timeless antique look for your kitchen cabinets is all the character your kitchen needs.

Fabulous Faux Wood Grain

Video | 02:37

Try this simple technique to add a faux wood grain to any surface.

Walls That Shine

Article

A color-on-color effect can be created in various ways, each producing a different look. These techniques require two wall paints -- satin and semi-gloss finishes -- in the same color.

Give Plain Nightstands Rustic Charm With Milk Paint

Article

Give a thrifted vintage bedside table or nightstand the shabby chic look of a French antique with inexpensive milk paint and a few easy faux-finishing tricks.

Make a Marbled Fabric Pillow Cover

Article

Create a fabric in the exact colors to match your decor with this trendy marbled fabric pillow case project.

How to Paint an Antique Finish on Walls

Article

Learn how to apply this faux technique with these step-by-step instructions.

Fancy Faux Finished Sideboard

Video | 04:11

Rag painting and some new pulls turn a second-hand sideboard to stylish.