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Paint Recipes for Surfaces: Over 40 Instant Wall and Floor Transformations


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With a can or two of paint, one or two brushes, perhaps a sponge and an occassional stencil or stamp, you can quickly can quickly transform your home.

Create the atmosphere and mood you want -- stylish and contemporary, tranquil and relaxing, elegant and gracious, warm and welcoming or lively and fun.

Step-by-step photographs and clear, easy-to-follow instructions guide you through 40 projects for painting walls and floors. Techniques range from creating plaster effects to frottage, painted panels to stencils, stamped motifs to striped floors.

The experts give shortcuts to new looks that can be achieved in hours or in a weekend, at most. Each project is clearly explained, ensuring success no matter what your ability or experience.

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