ISBN: 9780470593608
Editorial: Wiley
Autor: Santos, Brian
Año de edición: 2010
N° Paginas: 240
Tipo de pasta: Pasta blanda
Descripción: About the Author For over twenty-five years, Brian Santos, The Wall Wizard, has toured home and garden shows across the nation presenting the "Wizard's Workshop." He has educated and empowered homeowners with insights for successfully completing decorating projects. A fourth generation decorating contractor, he has shared his expertise on numerous local and national TV shows for ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, HGTV, DIY Network, and Lifetime Television. The best of The Wall WizardPainting is an inexpensive yet impactful way to redecorate a home. But in a down economy, most homeowners can't afford to hire a pro to do the dirty work. This book represents the best of The Wall Wizard's previous books, Painting Secrets, Faux Finish Secrets, and Wallcovering Secrets. Readers will get helpful, economically mindful tips, advice, and guidance on how to use paint, faux finishes, and wallcoverings that accomplish high-quality, professional-looking results.Focuses on painting with smaller sections on faux finishes and wallcoverings (including both how to apply and remove them)Sidebars and tips address technical questionsCovers green alternatives to toxic, hazardous, and environmentally harmful productsWith his personal, upbeat, first-person approach, bestselling author Brian Santos shows readers clearly and succinctly how to roll up their sleeves and accent any room of the house. From the Back Cover Learn Painting and Wallpapering Secrets from the Wall WizardWant an affordable, achievable way to spruce up any room in your house?Now you can learn to master the most common decorating projects–painting and wallpapering! Discover the time-tested tips, tricks, and techniques for applying paint, faux finishes, and wallpaper that will give you professional-looking results. As an industry expert, Brian Santos, The Wall Wizard, guides you through every step of the process, providing the "why" behind the "how to" so you can make better choices with:Color selectionTool optionsPreparing surfacesPaint applicationFaux finishing techniquesWallpaper removal"Green" paint disposalQuick fixesApplication insightsWith his engaging, personal approach, Brian shows you how to save time and money—and bring big style to your home.
- Idioma: Inglés
- Envío: Desde EE. UU.
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