Go beyond paint Bored with paint" Good news: There?s a whole world of wall finishes to explore. In 1996, Adrienne Wannamaker was working as an art director when she offered to help a friend finish a mural commission for a client?s master bathroom. The experience made her "fall in love with decorative finishes," she says.
After years of working as a faux and decorative painter for architects and interior designers, Wannamaker opened her Portland-based and online store, Brush and Trowel, to sell decorative finish products and teach classes in various techniques. She spoke to Curbed about her favorite alternative treatments and offered advice on when to not DIY.
1. Wallpaper
Wallpaper is a thick decorative paper applied to walls with glue. Modern designs have come a long way from their fusty predecessors, and these days, patterns and prints are plentiful.
Whether you?re papering a child?s room with an artist?s bespoke drawing or covering an accent wall with a vintage-inspired floral, there is something out there for every taste and budget. When planning a potential project, know that rooms with higher humidity, such as bathrooms and kitchens, are generally not advised for wallpaper.
Repeated moisture exposure can damage the finish or make the paper curl or pucker. However, it will depend on your home?s exact conditions and ventilation, as well as the product.
Basic application: Be sure to read manufacturer instructions first, as they may vary. In g...