:: What is Faux Finishing?
  • Faux finishing is the art of using paint to create the illusion of texture or depth on otherwise flat surfaces, such as walls, furniture, and floors.
  • Faux finishing is the art of giving the surface the appearance of something else. Faux finishes can often look like leather, stone, marble, etc.
  • Faux finishes use different types of paint combinations and techniques in applying the paint to achieve the desired effect.
  • A faux finish artist must bring each square foot of wall space to approximate eye level in order to work on it, which may require special tools or scaffolding.
  • Faux Finishing is detailed and requires intense labor.