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It is quite common to underestimate their importance in decorating; that is, until a color or pattern that looked good on a small sample, proves to be far too much when applied to a whole wall, or four. There are three main types of wall treatments: paint, wallpaper, and wood. Here are some helpful tips when applying these treatments and others. First off, always test out a wall idea on a poster or wallboard first. This way, you can practice with the tools and right look first, before making any mistakes on the wall itself. Also, if it turns out you don’t like the color, pattern, or whatever, then all that was wasted was the cost of the poster board. Second, there is always the option of stamping a wall. This creates a comfortable, casual look with the repeated designs, and can be applied with stamps or stencils. The only downfall is that you must pay very close attention to the spacing and position of the designs, or the pattern might come out uneven or crooked. This design method can also be done with plaster, simply applying a thin layer of spackle to the outside of a design and letting dry for few days. This allows for more texture.
Fourth, stenciling is an easy and fast way to spruce up a wall with a little extra color and design. Simply cut out or buy a stencil, and with a brush or sponge apply a little paint, and viola! New and improved! Fifth, color-washing works well when trying to soften walls or stenciling, by applying diluted paint to a wall with a brush or cloth. This technique works especially well when trying to give murals a slightly aged look, or for when that color didn’t seem quite as bright when it was only on one wall. Sixth, applying paint in geometric shapes gives a bit more interest to the look of the wall. For instance, taping off vertical lines, painting, removing the tape and repainting with the same color but in a different finish.
Seventh, ceilings are often painted with inexpensive, off colors. Instead of doing this, try painting a ceiling with the same good-quality paint being used for the walls. This will give the opportunity to fine tune the color before being used on the rest of the room. Also, if painted with a finish, the extra shine can give the room a brighter look. Eighth, murals can be beautiful, yet expensive. To get the same look, without the price, try wall paper murals or mural stencils. Murals in tile are another choice. However, if you want the mural to be easily removable, try applying the design to a board that is attached to the wall with crown moldings. Ninth, architectural molding placed on the lower half of a wall (underneath where a chair rail might go) is a good homeowner’s project that usually takes more time than money. This is a way to add texture and interest to, what might be, otherwise plain walls. Finally, bringing the look of the outdoors inside is a good way to open up a room. Try clouds in a child’s room or the kitchen; maybe flowers or butterflies in the bathroom. We at Valerie Fitzgerald and Associates realize that you are in the information gathering stage of your purchase and we respect your privacy. Should you have any questions, please feel free to email us at info@valeriefitzgerald.com or call us directly at 310-285-7515. If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell a home, please note that we can provide detailed information and access to:
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The look of a home is largely contributed to the look of its walls. 
Third, crown molding is an effective, stylish way to soften the transition between walls and ceilings. It is recommended that for every foot of wall, there is one inch of crown molding (sometimes less for smaller rooms). Lengths of flat lumber that are detailed with stock crown molding are an inexpensive way to get the same look.
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