Techniques
A Patio Makeover with Mediterranean Flair
Sarah Beckler, from @thebecklerabode, adds character to her covered outdoor patio by painting a checkerboard floor and incorporating textured walls to create a Mediterranean-inspired oasis.
From Cluttered to Color-Drenched: A Cozy Office Makeover
Kelsey Berry, the face of @the.berry.home, transforms a dull, cluttered office into a cozy, themed workspace with color-drenching, varied sheens and an argyle pattern.
Supplies Needed:
- FrogTape Advanced™ Painter's Tape
- FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape
- Two Paint Brushes
- Stencil Paper
- Paint Rollers
- One Kitchen Sponge
- Satin or Semi-Gloss Enamel Trim Paint
- Matte Interior Wall Paint
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1Paint the Base Coat
Paint a base coat for your argyle using the room color. This can be in a satin or semi-gloss sheen.
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2Create the Design
Using a diamond stencil as a guide, tape off your diamonds with FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape. Then, roll on a layer of the base color with a firm roller.
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3Adding Dimension
Also, using a firm roller, paint with a darker tone for the diamonds. Kelsey chose a color two shades darker than her color drench.
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4Creating the Pattern
While the paint is still wet, mark off your dash lines for one direction of the design with FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape. Using a cut kitchen sponge, make the dash lines. Kelsey recommends using a lighter tone. When finished, peel the tape.
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5Complete the Pattern
Repeat steps 5 & 6 for the other direction of the dashed lines.
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6Prep Woodwork
Apply FrogTape Advanced™ Painter's Tape to all the woodwork areas, like the trim, that you need to protect from paint.
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7Paint Woodwork
With a firm roller, brush on a satin or semigloss enamel paint on all woodwork.
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8Final Touches
To bring the room together, paint all remaining wall and ceiling surfaces with matte interior wall paint. Then, step back and admire your new space.
1
Paint the Base Coat
Paint a base coat for your argyle using the room color. This can be in a satin or semi-gloss sheen.
2
Create the Design
Using a diamond stencil as a guide, tape off your diamonds with FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape. Then, roll on a layer of the base color with a firm roller.
3
Adding Dimension
Also, using a firm roller, paint with a darker tone for the diamonds. Kelsey chose a color two shades darker than her color drench.
4
Creating the Pattern
While the paint is still wet, mark off your dash lines for one direction of the design with FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape. Using a cut kitchen sponge, make the dash lines. Kelsey recommends using a lighter tone. When finished, peel the tape.
5
Complete the Pattern
Repeat steps 5 & 6 for the other direction of the dashed lines.
6
Prep Woodwork
Apply FrogTape Advanced™ Painter's Tape to all the woodwork areas, like the trim, that you need to protect from paint.
7
Paint Woodwork
With a firm roller, brush on a satin or semigloss enamel paint on all woodwork.
8
Final Touches
To bring the room together, paint all remaining wall and ceiling surfaces with matte interior wall paint. Then, step back and admire your new space.
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Guest Room Makeover with Modern, Organic Charm
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