Create the look of marble at a fraction of the cost with a faux finishing technique.
Marble paint finish walls.
Step 1 smooth the surface.
Bathroom has rainwashed walls and carrara marble countertops and shower.
Make a splash on your walls with this faux stone paint treatment.
The marble faux finish for the walls is a wonderful idea especially if you want to add that look of distinct luxury and class to your homes yet feel that you can t really afford the expensive material.
Kitchen great room has bm s pale oak walls pale greige and white nile quartzite countertops which are described as having a mix of warm and cool colors.
Chalk paint s longer than usual drying time will give you time to decide whether to apply a second coat.
We found a way to capture everything you love about marble and recreate the look in a painted wall treatment.
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Our easy how to will show you the materials and technique needed to get a marbleized finish on an accent wall.
Let the paint dry for about 48 hours longer if it is cold or if there is a lot of humidity in the air.
Notice how the marble faux painted walls of this home carry an opulent look and add to its luxurious feel.
Love the look of marble.
Choose your colors based on the type of marble you wish to recreate.
How to paint a marble effect faux finish.
Marble looks great in any room so use this painting technique to compliment your kitchen act as an accent in your family room or to spruce up your bedroom.
Apply a thin coat of chalk paint to the marble keeping a wet edge.
All you need is a few buckets of paint and some crafts supplies.
As a bonus this diy project will not break the bank.
To ensure that the paint job looks as real and natural as possible you need to make sure that the surface is as smooth as possible.