السبت، 25 أغسطس 2018

Make Yard Sale Finds Fabulous With Decorative Painting Patterns

By Jose Turner


When it comes to giving a room more visual appeal, it is common to have great ideas but unsure as to where to start. Often a person may read about renovating a room in a weekend the easy way or for less money than hiring a professional. The truth is that unless a person is very organized and familiar with using certain materials and tools, this is not always possible. What helps most is to start with the basics and make progress from there. For instance, decorative painting patterns may be used to give walls a new life.

Using a pattern, as opposed to masking tape, to create designs is one of the easiest ways to create consistency of the design throughout. Even simple patterns, such as basic lines or circles, should have a guide or template. While masking or painters tape may be less expensive, an amateur would still have to use a tape measure to ensure that everything is even.

What most people like when creating something new is the colors. When making functional items or just a simple image to frame, using a combination of favorite colors is probably the highlight of the project. Although it can take a moment to get the perfect blend, using a pattern can make this process a lot easier.

Using various colors on a project can either enhance it or give it a psychedelic look. The latter can be fun in a room that is either neutral or uses at least two of the main colors when creating home decor. For those who do not care much for the traditional painting process, other techniques like sponge painting can be effective without a lot of worry about formality.

When using an item to bring color to space, it may help to go with something that gives a little contrast. Vibrant colors like fire engine red, magenta, and royal blue can give neutral or earth tones a nice pop. In most cases, if the item is large enough, it does not require a lot of accompaniments, such as picture frames or Bric a Brac throughout. Perhaps matching another item that is large or medium in size, like an area rug, is ideal for simple decor hacks.

The great thing about most decor templates or patterns they can be used on multiple surfaces. Starting with smaller items is a good way to get acquainted with the painting process. However, moving on to advanced projects require more planning, especially if it is a room or space that is used often.

There are also more complex surfaces in terms of preparation. Often metal requires a primer to stay on surfaces permanently. When working with a wood project, it helps to get educated about different type, as some may benefit from staining instead of color. In some cases, a pattern may be compatible with the different shades of stain but there are books that can act also as a guide.

Using these tools can also be applied to the flea market or yard sale items, old furnishings, or items that are being repurposed. While it helps to have a vision, some people have more fun creating as they go along. Even if it takes longer than a few hours, it is about making something that will look nice.




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