Painting Techniques Faux Finishes Author:Louise Hennigs, Marina Niven Enjoy full-color photos of interior and exterior finishes, and learn how to successfully paint over 20 elegant, decorative effects yourself. You'll find basic materials and equipment needs, no-nonsense, step-by-step instructions, important surface preparations and an introduction to color theory. Some of the basic techniques you can learn inc... more »lude color washing, sponging, tortoiseshell, or faux lacquer.« less