How to Paint a French Color Wash

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Tip 1 - How to Paint a Color Wash

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Greldak | permalink

Now you can mimic walls created long before the paint roller came along.
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Tip 2 - Color Washing

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Inge Janssen - Stikfort | permalink

Color Washing Paint Technique - Color Washing Walls Painting Technique
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Tip 3 - How To Make A “Wash” with Chalk Paint®

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Solange Prado | permalink

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Tip 4 - How to Get the French Gray Whitewash Provincial Look on Furniture | eHow

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Robert Lombard | permalink

The classic French provincial gray whitewash look will transform an ordinary piece of furniture into a shabby chic treasure. The easiest way to achieve this look is to use a light gray glaze over white paint. To make the most of this style of finish, try it on furniture with ornate carving and embellishment, reminiscent of Louis XIV style.

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