Antique and Distressed – A technique that incorporates purposeful age and wear to give an appearance of an earlier style or period.

Faux – A common term used to describe a wide range of decorative techniques.

Gilding and Metallic Finishes – The application of applying gold or metal leaf, foils and powders and paints to surfaces such as wood, metal and architectural elements.

Graining – The practice of imitating wood grain on a surface in order to increase the aesthetic appeal.

Marbling – A decorative technique to create the illusion of marble and stone.

Murals – Artwork painted directly on a ceiling, wall or other large permanent surface.

Restoration and Refinishings – To return to the original appearance and to repair or reapply the finishing on an object, this may apply to paint as well.

Stenciling – A decorative technique using a template to apply shapes, patterns and designs onto surfaces.

Trompe-L’oeil – French for “to fool the eye”. A visual deception in which objects are rendered in detail to emphasize the illusion of tactile and spatial qualities.

Venetian Plaster – The application of thin layers of plaster with a spatula or trowel; then burnishing to create smooth surface with the illusion of depth and texture.

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