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Beautify Your Home The Complete Photo Guide to erfect for both new homeowners and seasoned home improvers, this hands-on, how-to manual will Pinspire your creativity and guide your handiwork to help you add the perfect finishing touch to your home. Break out your tools to: Install tongue-and-groove wainscoting and a decorative built-up chair rail Add style to your walls by adding decorative molding Ad a luxurious tiled suround to your fi replace or a bathrom miror HOME Or, get crafty and think like a designer: Transform any room by using creative painting techniques for ceilings, walls and furniture Reinvent a well-loved chair from the inside-out with updated upholstery Play up your room’s strengths by creating decorative window treatments DECORATING Driven by practical considerations but inspired by professional designers, the time-tested and innovative techniques included here will let you accomplish complex and simple décor projects with ease. ISBN – 13: 978-1-58923-484-0 CATEGORY: HOME DÉCOR ISBN – 10: 1-58923-484-7 $35.00 US £24.99 UK $43.99 CAN www.creativepub.com 1-800-328-0590 opt.2 DIY Projects to Transform Wals, WWiinnddoowwss,, FFuurrnniittuurree,, FFlloooorrss && MMoorree PLC_C52210.indd 1 6/23/09 1:14:06 PM Job:05-11999 Title:CPI-HI 0571 CG Outdoor Carpentry (Ray) 06-AC52210 #175 Dtp:221 Page:PLC The Complete Photo Guide to HOME DECORATING PROJECTS UPC EAN PROJECTS THE COMPLETE P H O T O GUIDE TO HOME DECORATING PROJECTS 130 Do-it-Yourself Decorating Solutions MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA www.creativepub.com 001-057_11989.indd 1 5/21/09 3:33:57 PM (Ray) Text Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo Guide to Home# 1D7e5c oDrtapt:i1n1g9 P Proajgeec:t1s Wall Décor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 Pictures & Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Contents Textiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Sticker Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Wood Shelving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Glass Shelving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 The Complete Photo Guide to Ceramic Tile Mirror Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Home Decorating Projects New Towel Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Tile Fireplace Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Ceiling Décor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Picture Rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Ceiling Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Chair Rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Decorating Basics . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Built-up Chair Rail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Acoustical Ceiling Tiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Planning Your Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Wall Opening Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Metal Ceilings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Understanding Color & Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Crown Molding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Painting a Ceiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Selecting Materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Built-up Cornices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Aluminum Leaf Gilding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Using Décor to Create Atmosphere. . . . . . . . 18 Window Casing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Ceiling Wallcovering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Discovering Your Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Arts & Crafts Window Casing. . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Cabinets & Doors. . . . . . . . . . .211 Sewing Techniques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Painting Window Casing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Painting Wood Cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Painting & Carpentry Techniques. . . . . . . . . . 34 Window Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Faux Mahogany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Home Décor Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Basement Window Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Antique Stained Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 W Deacollr aPtivaen Weal ll&bo aTridle P a n. e.l s. .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. .5 690 WCoancllr ePtea Binlotck. W. .a l.ls .. . .. . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . 1. 14412 FCaubxin Seta Minoleldssin Sgt.e .e .l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2187 Architectural Detail with Wallboard. . . . . . . . 62 Double-Rolled Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Decorative Brackets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Wainscot Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Stripes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Wineglass Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Tongue-and-Groove Wainscoting . . . . . . . . . . 68 Polka Dots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Knobs & Pulls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Wainscot Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Sponge Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Prehung Interior Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Tile Backsplashes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Rag-rolled Texture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Bifold Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Embellishing a Tiled Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Terra-Cotta Finish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Painting Wood Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Decorative Door Headers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Wallcovering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Blended Color Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Door Mirror. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Stripping Wallcovering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Color Wash Finish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Hanging Wallcovering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Stamped Mosaic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 Wallcovering Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Scumbled Wall Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Resilient Tile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Wall Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Faux Serpentine Finish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Glass Mosaic Tile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Faux Grasscloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Carpet Squares. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Wall & Window Trim . . . . . . . .105 Caulk Designs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Concrete Floors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Base Molding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Veneer Plaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Wood Floors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data The complete photo guide to home decorating projects. p. cm. At head of title: Branded by Black & Decker Summary: “Features do-it-yourself information on everything from painting and trimwork to slipcovers and window treatments”--Provided by publisher. ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-484-0 (hard cover) Copyright © 2009 ISBN-10: 1-58923-484-7 (hard cover) Creative Publishing international, Inc. 1. Handicraft--Amateurs’ manuals. 2. House furnishings--Amateurs’ manu- 400 First Avenue North, Suite 300 als. 3. Interior decoration--Amateurs’ manuals. I. Black & Decker Corporation Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (Towson, Md.) II. Title: Branded by Black & Decker. 1-800-328-0590 www.creativepub.com TT157.C575 2009 All rights reserved 747--dc22 Printed in China 2009019965 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 President/CEO: Ken Fund VP for Sales & Marketing: Kevin Hamric 001-057_C51711.indd 2 6/3/09 10:46:17 AM (Ray) Text Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo( 0 G6u-uAiiddCee 5 tto1o 7 HH1o1om)m e#e 1DD7ee5cc oDorrtaaptt:ii1n1n1g1g9 9 PP Prroaojgjeeecc:t2tss Custom Floor Mats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Sheet Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Stencils. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Slipcovers & Upholstery . . . . .261 Upholstery Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Stripping Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Repairing a Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 New Cushions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Button-tufted Cushions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Re-upholstering a Drop-in Seat . . . . . . . . . . 284 Re-upholstering a Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Upholstered Ottoman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Upholstered Headboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Reversible Seat Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Ottoman Slipcover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Chair Slipcover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Futon Slipcover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Furniture Refinishing. . . . . . . .327 Heat Stripping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 Chemical Stripping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Surface Prep. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Butterfly Shades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Valance Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 Stain & Top Coat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Cloud Shades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Buttoned Valance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 Painting Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Balloon Shades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 Cloud Valance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Faux Leather Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Curtain Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 Upholstered Valance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 Photo Montage Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Hanging Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Hanging Shelf Valance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 422 Spray-painting Metal Furniture . . . . . . . . . . 344 Draped Window Treatments . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 Swag Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424 Painting Radiators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 No-sew Side Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 Scarf Swag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Window Treatments . . . . . . . .349 Basic Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Bias Swag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428 Window Treatment Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Grommet Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 Rod-pocket Swag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430 Window Treatment Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Loop-tab Curtains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Stained Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432 Blinds & Shades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Rod-pocket Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Frosted Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434 Window Shade Styles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Tent-flap Curtains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396 Shoji-style Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438 Roller Shades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 Tie-top Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .444 Roller Shade with Tabbed Hems . . . . . . . . . 364 Drapery Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Coach Shades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Pinch-pleated Draperies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 Photography Credits . . . . . . . .445 Flat Roman Shades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 Drapery Lining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Home Improvement Group NOTICE TO READERS Publisher: Bryan Trandem For safety, use caution, care, and good judgment when following the Managing Editor: Tracy Stanley procedures described in this book. The publisher and Black & Decker Senior Editor: Mark Johanson cannot assume responsibility for any damage to property or injury to Editor: Jennifer Gehlhar persons as a result of misuse of the information provided. The techniques shown in this book are general techniques for Creative Director: Michele Lanci-Altomare various applications. In some instances, additional techniques not Senior Design Managers: Jon Simpson, Brad Springer shown in this book may be required. Always follow manufacturers’ Design Manager: James Kegley instructions included with products, since deviating from the directions Production Managers: Linda Halls, Laura Hokkanen may void warranties. The projects in this book vary widely as to skill levels required: some may not be appropriate for all do-it-yourselfers, Compilation author: Betsy Matheson and some may require professional help. Page Layout Artist: Danielle Smith Consult your local building department for information on building permits, codes, and other laws as they apply to your project. The Complete Photo Guide to Home Decorating Projects Created by: The Editors of Creative Publishing international, Inc., in coopera- tion with Black & Decker. Black & Decker® is a trademark of The Black & Cover photograph credits; middle left courtesy of FLOR / www.flor.com; Decker Corporation and is used under license. middle right and lower middle courtesy of Louvolite / www.louvolite.com. 001-057_C51711.indd 3 6/3/09 10:46:24 AM ects Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo Guide to Home Decorating Projects (Ray) Text ge:2 (06-AC51711) #175 Dtp:119 Page:3 001-057_C51711.indd 4 6/3/09 10:46:47 AM Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo GGuuiiddee ttoo HHoommee DDeeccoorraattiinngg PPrroojjeeccttss (Ray) (06-AC51711) #175 Dtp:119 Page:4 Introduction ecorating is the key to transforming a functional living space into a comfortable home that is uniquely yours. DThe nearly limitless variety of decorating techniques, materials, colors, patterns, and accents that can be used in any room in your home provides endless options for customization—and an inherent creative challenge. With so many choices, where do you start? The Complete Photo Guide to Home Decorating Projects will guide your creative vision and provide the know-how to complete nearly any decorating project with professional quality and designer results. Whether you plan to reinvent your living room with new upholstery, window treatments, decorative painting, and an aluminum-gilded ceiling or you merely want to know the best way to hang artwork and shelving, this volume provides clear, step-by-step instructions with large, easy-to-follow photographs to guide each project from start to finish. To ensure that you love your completed project, always begin by envisioning the atmosphere and design scheme that best suits your room’s needs and your personal style. Also, take stock of the tools, materials, and skills needed to be successful. “Decorating Basics,” the first section of this book, is intended for exactly that purpose. Focused on principles of good design and on the basic skills and tools needed to achieve high-quality results, this section is a must for every decorator. With these resources, you can confidently create a home décor that truly reflects your abilities and creative intent. Each of the remaining sections is composed of a set of projects associated with one element of room design, such as “Wall Paint,” “Cabinets & Doors,” and “Furniture Refinishing.” Projects are widely varied, encompassing both large and small commitments, varied skill levels, and both innovative and time-tested techniques. Let these projects help you complete common tasks—such as installing curtains, applying wallcoverings, or installing a tile backsplash correctly. Or let them inspire you to take on a more challenging project such as installing wainscot frames, sewing a custom-fit slipcover, or applying sophisticated painting techniques to walls, ceilings, and floors. Successfully completing a decorating project will be one of the most creative, most rewarding, most fun ways you can invest in your home while also achieving a lasting impact on its value. In addition, the beauty and personality you create will become a part of your family’s story for years to come. Add the extensive resources of The Complete Photo Guide to Home Decorating Projects to your own creative energy and get started on your first project today. ■ 5 001-057_11989.indd 5 5/21/09 3:34:8 PM geec:t4s (Ray) Text Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo Guuiiddee ttoo HHoomme#e 1DD7ee5cc oDorrtaaptt:ii1n1n1g1g9 9 PP Prroaojgjeeecc:t5tss 001-057_C51711.indd 6 6/3/09 10:47:23 AM Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo GGuuiiddee ttoo HHoommee DDeeccoorraattiinngg PPrroojjeeccttss (Ray) (06-AC51711) #175 Dtp:119 Page:6 Decorating Basics aking on a home decorating project can transform Tthe spirit of your home. Whether completing a small task such as updating a window with new curtains or a major undertaking such as wallcovering an entire room, each project in this book will require you to be familiar with a few basic design considerations, tools, and techniques. Consider the needs of your room, the interplay of colors and patterns, the desired atmosphere, and the impact of your own personal style when selecting materials and projects for your home. Then, familiarize yourself with the basic techniques and tools you’ll need to complete the project—as well as any specific measuring and planning instructions. Review this chapter for tips and techniques to ensure your project is a success from start to finish. In this chapter: • Planning Your Project • Discovering Your Style • U nderstanding Color • Sewing Techniques & Pattern • P ainting & • Selecting Materials Carpentry Techniques • U sing Décor to • Home Décor Tools Create Atmosphere ■ 7 001-057_C51711.indd 7 6/3/09 10:47:38 AM geec:t6s (Ray) Text Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo( 0G6u-AidCe 5to1 7H1o1m) e# 1D7e5c oDrtapt:i1n1g9 P Proajgeec:t7s Planning Your Project he first step in planning any decorating project, new materials to help you coordinate the old and new. Tlarge or small, is to analyze the room in which Page through decorating magazines for additional the project will take place. Consider what you like inspiration. Consult salespeople, designers, websites best about this room—and what you would like to and friends for helpful suggestions. The general change. Make notes about your initial impressions of guidelines laid out in this chapter can also help you changes you’d like to see, including key words about make good decisions. Ultimately, however, your own how you’d like the room to feel when your project preferences and sense of style are the most important is complete. consideration in any decorating decision. Each Remember, there is no right or wrong way to project in this volume can be customized thousands coordinate the décor of a room. Collect samples of any of different ways to suit your taste, so follow your carpeting, fabric, wallpaper, or paint that will remain instincts to achieve a decorating scheme you’ll love in in the room and bring them with you when purchasing the end. A well-thought-out combination of colors, patterns, and texture are presented here. The color scheme is related (see page 10), the patterns work well together (see page 12), and the wainscot wall ties together the overall formal feel (see pages 60 and 64). 8 ■ THE COMPLETE PHOTO GUIDE TO HOME DECORATING PROJECTS 001-057_11989.indd 8 5/21/09 3:34:32 PM (Ray) Text Job:05-11989 Title:CPI-Complete Photo Guide to Home# 1D7e5c oDrtapt:i1n1g9 P Proajgeec:t8s

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