Faux Finishing- is a term which describes with range of decorative painting techniques.There are two major materials/processes used. Glaze work involves using a clear mixture of paint and glaze applied with a brush, roller, or sponge, and often imitates the textures, but it is always smooth to touch.

Examples of Faux Finishing-

 

Italian- Venetian Plaster is a Finishing technique which uses thin layers of plaster applied directly with a spatula or trowel and then burnished to create a smooth surface with the illusion of depth and texture. Venetian plaster is a smooth and very shiny plaster design that seems to be textured but is smooth to touch. Venetian plaster is one of the most popular and traditional plaster decorations.

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Non Decorative works

 

At A & L Art Elegance We not only specialising in decorative painting, we can also do all types of standard painting works

Free Painting Quotes contact us and we will be glad to organise an appointment. If required we can make suggestions regarding colour selection and interior design.

High Quality paints and materials We only use high quality paints such as Dulux. Low Quality inexpensive paints contain a lot of water in it, therefore it fades quickly. High quality paints we use resists fading, retaining its initial look for longer period of time. Same principal applies to materials we use.

Painting procedure We treat your home as our own. Furniture is placed in the centre of the room, protected by plastic swap, floors are covered by drop sheets. Before decorative works begin, holes and cracks in ceilings and walls are filled (if required), stains are sealed. After the painting is completed, furniture are moved back to original location, carpets and floors are vacuumed and swept.