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Decorating Ideas


The Minneapolis Institute of Fine Finishes, with the support of Hirshfield's, is excited to offer a variety of fine finishing opportunities for amateurs and professionals alike. These hands-on classes are taught by real professionals and range from basic painting to complex finishes and Venetian Plasters. Whether you are just beginning to paint or whether you have been painting for years, there’s a hands-on class waiting for you. Register at any Hirshfield's store or visit plastercenter.com for more information.

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Faux Finishing

FAUX PAINTING TECHNIQUES

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PRATT & LAMBERT OVATION®
Faux Finishing Systems

These specialty finishes available at Hirshfield's create unique effects and show a "personalized" end result. Couple this with user-friendly techniques and applications, the outcome is one which you will be very proud of.

OVATION® Classic Suede Textured Finish This fabric-like textured finish creates a suede effect that is perfect for casual living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. It is a two-coat system, which creates a subtle texture and color depth.

OVATION® Crackle Faux Finish This fabric-like textured finish creates a suede effect that is perfect for casual living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. It is a two-coat system, which creates a subtle texture and color depth.

OVATION® Stoneridge Interior Textured Finish This incredibly unique, sandy finish creates a soft, dramatic look perfect for living rooms and dining rooms, libraries and dens. A two-coat system, Stoneridge will gorgeously accent your home.

OVATION® Opulence Interior Metallic Semi-Gloss Finish These gold, silver and pearl metallic colors create a shimmering effect on trim work and various accessories, such as moldings, frames and trim. This finish is perfect for achieving a formal or antiqued look.

OVATION® Latex Designer Glaze This user-friendly product helps you to achieve a variety of creative results. After applying, you can work with the product for approximately 20 minutes. The results are effortless

For more information visit your neighborhood Hirshfield's Decorating Center or prattandlambert.com

MODERN MASTERS®
Metallic Paints and Faux Paints

Modern Masters® Metallic Paint, available at Hirshfield's Decorating Centers, is an elegant alternative paint finish.

It's simple: just substitute ordinary latex paint with one of the beautiful shimmering metallic paints. You need neither artistic talent nor special skills to transform your project from ordinary to extraordinary.

Water Base/Non-Toxic
Clean Up with Soap and Water
Non-Tarnishing Metallic Colors
Easy Application
Brush, Roll or Spray
40 Shimmering Colors

For more information visit your neighborhood Hirshfield's Decorating Center.

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