Historic Wall Finishes & Graining/Marbling

Graining & Marbling~

• Extensive study on the relationships between paints, solvents, binders & pigments and how they relate to historic structures.
• Experience using the tools & techniques needed to render traditional finishes for repair or restoration.
  
• Practice in creating straight wood grain, heart grain, burl, malachite, Italian & fantasy marble in faux finishes.

Sample pieces:

Wall Finishes-Overview of Study

• Extensive review of interior wall finishes throughout history. Including origin, manufacture processes, methods of application and color selection.
• Repair methods for historic materials. Anaglypta & Lincrusta repair, wall paper recreation via stencil, & color analysis to match new materials.
  
• Color application to recreate the appearance of embossed leather, metal, or wood.
• Hands on study via test panel: stenciling, anaglypta application, historic color palate, paint and glaze application.

Demo Wall:

Wall w/ Anaglypta:

Completed Stencil Application:

Hand Cut Stencil:

Anaglypta with Wood Stain Finish: