FAUX THESE WALLS
GLOSSARY
Color Wash: blended paint and glaze to create the most subtle effect
Burnish:
Process of rubbing steel trowels over plaster to develop shine
Embossing:
Plaster that is raised in a distinct pattern
Trome l’oeil:
French for “fool the eye” mural painting to create realistic images
Distressed finish: similar to aging but usually more beat up and rustic
Marmarino:
Type of plaster. It is made from crushed marble and lime.
Linen Finish:
Appearance of linen fabric applied with stiff bristle brushes in vertical and horizontal pattern
Dragging / Strie:
Tinted glaze is dragged down vertically over painted wall. Appearance of fine lines.
Faux bois:
Wood grain effect painted to look like real wood. Best for molding, trim and doors
Metallics:
Paints with pearlescent or metal like shimmer. Can be sheer or opaque
Aged Finish:
Brown glaze applied over paint made to look old
Leather Finish:
Look of real leather. Applied with adhesive and tissue paper
Fresco:
Painting on Wet plaster for look of Ancient Pompeii
Metallic Plaster: Plasters with Mica powders mixed in to create shimmer
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Gilding:
Real gold or silver leaf applied with additive. Most realistic for metal effects
Old World:
Aged finish to look like it was created long ago
Damask Patterns:
All over stencil designs that have the look of wallpaper but with the beauty of faded paint and glaze
Crackle Finish:
Cracks in finish to look old and worn. Works well on wood trim
Marbling:
Effect of marble with realistic veins and cracks. Most often done on columns and some walls.