They can change a space as small as a portrait and as large as a ballroom ceiling. “A lot of people have no idea the amazing things that can be done with faux finishes,” said Deb Vaninger.

The result: A surge in demand for budget-friendly faux ceiling beams and trusses, according to The Wall Street Journal. The alternative is easier to install and and longer lasting than the actual ...

The magic is in the illusion of the decorative faux finishes she paints using brushstrokes ... interest in a room such as accent walls or ceiling murals. One of her favorite mediums to use on ...

Plus, faux finishes can help hide imperfections ... You can get close to the corners and the ceiling for a more professional look," she said. Ragging and sponging techniques are no longer ...

Faux wall covering let you break the limits ... Wipe the plaster on the wall at a 15- to 30-degree angle relative to the floor or ceiling. Once it's dry, apply a second coat at a 60- to 90-degree ...

Other “faux” features to consider include ceiling decals that look like the ... based designer and painter who specializes in faux finishes. Gamble says homeowners can change anything, if ...

Meghan Carter, who runs the Web site AsktheDecorator.com, said painting the ceiling a color other than ... you can completely transform a space.” Faux finishes can add depth and dimension ...

Across the show, faux finishes ruled. What seemed to be barnwood ... The company also showed an oversize vintage floral in a new way, as a ceiling-to-floor accent on an otherwise solid-color ...

Burrell has infused the Gabriel Estates mansion with oodles of faux finishes and gold- and silver-leaf applications. Neither Burrell nor Mire expected their partnership to last this long ...