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Floor Stencils: Ideas for Decorative Concrete Floors

May 25, 2009

Faux painting techniques are an economical and innovative way to transform any surface and can complement any decorating style. Dull concrete floors, both indoors and out, can be brought dramatically to life with paint.
In theory, almost any look can be replicated, by introducing color, pattern and texture. The ideal design will vary according to the [...]

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Brick Stencils: Faux Painting Made Easy

May 20, 2009

One of the easiest faux painting finishes is faux brickwork. It can add interest to a dull flat wall or drab concrete surface, either in the home or in the garden or patio area. The great thing about it is that reusable stencils, easily available from many retailers, make the job really quick and easy, [...]

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Paint For Concrete Patios

June 28, 2008

It’s summer and I’ve been thinking a lot about my patio and it’s ugly gray color. The idea I have is pretty standard… a faux brick patio paver design.
I found some great stencils to use. Check out Brick Floor Stencils.
Now… I’m on the hunt for the best paint for concrete patios. I’m looking for paint [...]

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Brick Floor Stencils

June 26, 2008

This book makes me drool.. every time I pick it up I want to head outside and “decorate” my yard.
I have a plain concrete slab for my patio. It’s huge… and gray. This book has loads of pictures of brick patio and floors.
Making Garden Floors: Stone, Brick, Tile, Concrete, Ornamental Gravel, Recycled Materials and More
I [...]

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Faux Brick Stencil Kit | Templates For Outdoor Walkway Paint

July 9, 2007

Here is another one of those questions about the  faux brick painting video. If you are interested in seeing the sales page. check it here: Faux Brick With Templates
Here is the question I received from a new customer:
Debra-I am ready to commit to faux-bricking my patio.
For doing a patio it seems you suggest using [...]

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Faux Brick Stencil – Use a Template Instead

May 1, 2007

Using a stencil when painting faux brick has it’s limitations. Using a template to paint any faux bricks is easy and saves you the frustrations that brick stencils are bound to have.

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