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By: Jay Dorman
Faux finished cabinets are finding a welcome home in today's
kitchens. From the most timeworn distressed looks to high-end
lacquered finishes, a decorative painter can add just the
right touch from his artist's pallet to create the exact design
and style most appropriate for your dream kitchen.
As we all know so very well, the kitchen is the heart of
the home. It's our source of comfort and joy. Whether we're
preparing a meal for our loved ones or just hanging out with
our friends, the kitchen is the place everyone loves to be
the best. And these days, the makeup of our kitchen environs
is getting the attention it deserves.
Older kitchens are being remodeled and expanded. The kitchens
in new homes are bigger than ever and are more accessible,
too. Everything that goes into making a perfect space is being
included -- professional cooking equipment, granite countertops,
sophisticated lighting, and especially important is stunningly
beautiful cabinetry.
Giving the kitchen a particular feel can be easily achieved
through decorative painting on the cabinets -- whether the
look is farmhouse French, Swedish country, or even slick contemporary.
A sophisticated and experienced faux finisher has at his
command many finishes and materials that can fit the needs
of the interior designer, homebuilder and homeowner. He is
able to provide information on the best colors and most suitable
techniques, plus bring unique artistic insights to the job.
Some of the faux effects that are popular in kitchens these
days include one or a combination of the following:
o Dry-brushing
o Stippling
o Strie
o Stains and paints
o Ragged glazes
o Metallic finishes
o Antique distressed finishes
Pricing for the finishes depends upon the level of complexity
and the material used to get that “just right”
look. If your kitchen cabinetry is freshly painted, then a
simple dry-brushed finish may be all you need, and is usually
inexpensive. However, the more steps that are involved in
a process, the more the price goes up. A knowledgeable faux
finisher can work within your budget while giving you the
best possible look to complete your dreams.
I encourage you to contact an experienced professional faux
finisher for a free consultation when you are ready to begin
your kitchen project.
Discuss your ideas with a faux finish expert -- look at colors,
styles, techniques and samples. Then develop the perfect combination
for your dream kitchen.
Ask detailed questions, get references, ask to see photos,
and if possible go to a kitchen the faux finisher has completed
to check out his quality and level of competence.
Make your heart of the home as perfect as you deserve.
About the author:
Jay Dorman is the owner of Greystone Artisans, a decorative
painting and faux finishing company. This Houston-based company
has been in business for eight years and has worked in many
of the finest homes locally and in other cities in Texas.
This team of talented artists is available for travel to locations
outside of Texas, too!
Consultations are available upon request and are at no cost.
Hundreds of samples including cabinetry finishes and wall
finishes of all types can be seen at our showroom. The showroom,
which houses our workroom as well, is open by appointment.
Please visit us on the web at: http://www.greystoneartisans.com
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