Today there is a huge amount of materialsfor interior decoration. Considering this large assortment and modern design trends, it seems that it has long since sunk into oblivion. Meanwhile, with the help of various painting methods, you can give your home not only coziness, but also individuality.With the help of drawings on the walls you can diversify even the most boring room interior.
Methods of painting with stencils
Depending on the style of the room and tastesowner, painting can be done in several ways. In this case, one or more paint colors and additional devices can be used. So, nowadays, the use of stencils is very popular. You can buy a cliche in a store or create it yourself. It will take only a few minutes to produce a simple stencil, more complex patterns are often made in hours and even days. Depending on the method of applying the pattern, cliches can be divided into several types:Scheme of using stencils.
In order to paint the walls in an unusual wayproduced with the highest quality and comfort, for independent cutting of the cliche it is advisable to use PVC plates or vinyl film. Before starting to create a template, it is necessary to think over the type of drawing, its location and compliance with the style of the room. The theme of the drawing can be plant motifs, geometric figures or letters that can be placed in the children's room. The best place to apply the drawing in the room is the wall at the head of the bed, above the table, between the windows or near the door.Scheme of artistic painting of a wall.In order to beautifully paint the walls using a stencil, it must be cut very well and have no burrs or unevenness. To create a template, you can use scissors or a very sharp knife. The principle of working with a stencil is as follows: The stencil is applied to a pre-painted wall. In this case, the wall on which the decor will be made must be perfectly smooth, dry and clean. Painting the walls inside the template is done with a brush, roller or sponge. If necessary, you can use a spray dye. Before starting work, it is recommended to test the quality of the resulting image on a piece of wallpaper or paper. Whatever the dye is applied with, there should be a minimum amount of it on the tool. If there is excess, it should be transferred to the same piece of wallpaper or paper. Return to the table of contents</a>
Using a sponge for painting
You can also paint your walls in an unusual way usingsponges. In this case, the finishing process turns into a fascinating event that allows you to create a masterpiece of decorative art on a simple wall. Before starting work, the shape of the drawing also needs to be thought out well. Usually, several shades of paint are used to create large-scale patterns, so they should be well combined with each other, without introducing disharmony into the interior design. Even a person who has never held a brush in his hands can paint walls with a sponge. The main thing here is accuracy and the presence of an idea, supplemented by a good imagination. To have an idea of how the finished wall will ultimately look, you can create a reduced copy of the drawing on paper and mentally transfer it to the right place.Sequence diagram for painting a wall.For the job, you will need a good natural sponge. You can also use a car sponge. It is not recommended to use foam rubber, as it quickly delaminates and leaves its particles on the surface being painted. In order to paint the walls in an unusual way using a sponge, you should prepare the necessary accessories:
- a container with water;
- Water-based paint, the color of which is similar to the color of the walls, but has a lighter or darker shade;
- a pallet for paint.
The dye is poured into a tray and applied toa well-soaked and wrung-out sponge. Painting the walls should be done with unhurried and gentle touching-blotting movements. It is necessary to monitor the uniformity of the resulting layer, adjusting the amount of paint on the sponge. When the entire surface is painted, it is necessary to wait for it to dry. Then the process is repeated using a dye of a different shade. Using this method, you can get walls that imitate natural stone: granite, marble and even malachite. Return to contents</a>
Method of staining with a rag
Painting the walls with a rag looks a little morea complex process, but at the same time it allows you to create an effect of amazing beauty. For the work you should prepare several shades of paint of the same color and rollers twisted from pieces of fabric. The thicker and more textured the material, the more unique the wall design will be. The work is done as follows:
In addition to the above methods, for paintingBrushes of different hardness can also be used. They are used to rub off a layer of paint of a lighter or darker tone applied to the main supporting layer. The intensity of rubbing depends on the desired result. Today, many owners ask the question: how to paint walls? Monochrome and inexpressive colors, often reminiscent of hospital walls, are a thing of the past. The use of bright colors and modern dyes will allow you to create an individual and attractive wall finish without spending a lot of effort and money.