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Tables of Contents for Classic Paints & Faux Finishes
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Introduction
6
16
The Paint and Equipment Directory
Mediums and Thinners
16
2
Oil-based Paints
18
2
Water-based Paints
20
2
Artist's Paints
22
2
Waxes and Woodstains
24
2
Varnishes, Gums, and Resins
26
2
Brushes
28
4
Preparation
32
2
Mixing Paint
34
6
The Color Directory
Earth Pigments
40
2
Mineral Pigments
42
2
Plant Pigments
44
2
International Palettes
46
8
Color Mixing
54
8
The House Painter's Techniques
Plaster
62
4
Glue and Size
66
2
Simple Coatings
68
2
Simple Oil Paint
70
2
Limewash
72
6
Size Paints
78
4
Glazes
82
2
Casein Paints
84
6
The Furniture Painter's Techniques
Gesso
90
4
Oil-gilding
94
10
Bronze Powders
104
4
Lining
108
2
Decoupage
110
4
Lacquer
114
2
Woodstains
116
2
Varnishes
118
2
Liming
120
6
The Artist's Techniques
Fresco
126
6
Glue Painting
132
4
Patinating Walls
136
6
The Restorer's Techniques
Antiquing and Distressing
142
4
Crackle Varnish
146
2
Peeling Paint
148
2
Verdigris
150
2
Suppliers
152
5
Index
157
3
Credits and Acknowledgments
160