Paint Transformations

Change the mood, express your sense of style, create beautiful decorative effects and complete other paint makeover projects. Paint Transformations features high-impact paint projects for every room in your home. More than 300 step-by-step photos help you to quickly and dramatically change the look of a room with a can of paint and a few basic tools.

Youll find start-to-finish advice covering a wide range of interior painting projects, from walls and ceilings to trim, woodwork, and decorative effects using different glazes and taping techniques. Special attention is given to the tools, paints and supplies available at home centers. Youll also learn how to use glazes, stencils, and texturing effects to create different decorative finishes.

Easy-to-follow, step-by-step sequences are complimented by short margin features that provide tips, alternative techniques and design options.

• Tools, materials and gear for all projects will be available at home centers. The books project planning information will help you get exactly what you need.
• Highly visual, step-by-step procedures clearly establish the critical path to complete each project
• All projects can be completed in 1-3 days
• Includes time-saving tips, alternative techniques and style or design options
• Design galleries throughout the book provide inspiration and how-to details if you want to go beyond basic projects

How to Use This Book

Get Set

Prep Projects

PAINTING PROJECTS

Painting a Room

Cabinet Makeover

Painting Trim

Old-World Wall

Strie & Chambray

Faux Tile Backsplash

An Artist's Touch: Shading, Toning & Splatter

Subtle Stripes

The Sky's the Limit

Don't Forget the Floor

Resources