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Faux Marble

Painted Marble Finish - Learn how!

In Italy, the word marble is synonymous with Carrara, after the great marble quarrying region in the north of the country. Through centuries marble has enhanced interiors world wide. Creating the impression of real marble in your home can quickly elevate the presence of any furniture or object. It adds interest and charm and transforms everyday objects into heirlooms. I’ve chosen this painted white marble because of its rustic simplicity. Yet it illustrates the foundation for creating a variety of marble types, your imagination being your only limitation.

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Abalone Veneer Sheets

Beautiful, translucent, natural Abalone, specially prepared in sheets 5½" x 9½". This is the highest grade Abalone available to the sign artist for that special letter center or accent.

Abalone veneers are made from thinly sliced pieces of shell, glued together and sanded flat to form continuous sheets. The material is mainly used for surface overlays and inlays.

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How to Gold leaf tutorials

Easy step-by-step tutorials Get the facts, learn the basics and have fun!

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Applying Genuine Gold leaf or Imitation Gold leaf to metal surfaces.

Apply genuine god, Silver, imitation gold, aluminum and copper leaf metal surfaces. Interior and exterior surfaces, you'll learn about types of adhesive, tacking and drying rates, easy leaf application tips and cleaning and burnishing the leaf.

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