Faux Paint Finishes: Bagging
Try "bagging" for a fun new look

Looking for a change of scenery? Tired of staring at those same old four walls (or floors or cabinet doors, etc.)? Take the plunge and experiment withone of the many faux finishes you've seen in magazines and on TV. There are a myriad of techniques for creating visually exciting paint finishes for walls, floors, doors, cabinets, and furniture. For inspiration and in-depth instructions you might want to invest in one of excellent books now available on the subject. We particularly recommend selections from Jocasta Innes, but there are many other wonderful offerings to choose from as well.

One technique we particularly like is "bagging". It's a quick and simple way to create a stylish textured effect on walls or furniture. Bagging is referred to as a negative or subtractive technique, because the glaze is first applied to your walls and and then strategically removed by patting it with a crumpled plastic bag. For a more thickly veined effect, use heavier plastic; for thinner veins, use a thin plastic bag.