A Handbook of Paint Effects and Finishes: The Ultimate Sourcebook of Decorative Techniques with Step-By-Step Photographs and ProjectsThis expert handbook describes all the different techniques and finishes of paint and presents a fantastic collection of paint effect home projects to follow. |
Contents
Introduction | 7 |
Creating the Effects | 49 |
Choosing a Scheme | 160 |
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