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Hall With Patina
Summery Living Room
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Techniques
Faux-Finishes

Deco Ideas

Does summer tempt you year round? This living room seems inhabited by a light, refreshing breeze in the middle of a sunny day. The patina on the window frame  practically has us believing that we're living in the country. Even the paneled walls, which someone had the great idea of camouflaging, contribute to the illusion by taking on airs of painted wood. To know more about all the great ideas behind this décor, click on the buttons below.

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The window mouldings

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Tone on tone interlacements

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Execution if done freehand

Wall Patina

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The colors used for this picture:

Voice of Color®-approved paints:

Jade Jewel 356-6
Citrus Punch 112-5
Willow Herb 210-6

Faux-Finish product:

Clear Blending Glaze: 17-50


The softness of green is awakened, stimulated, luminously contrasted here with the use yellow. Lush greenery, the sun's brilliance create a perfect, countryside summer day.

Further reading
Painting pre-finished panels

Color Symbolism: Yellow

Nature: a source of inspiration...

 

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