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Transform Your Space with Decorative Painting Services

Martzall's Custom Surfaces • September 6, 2023
Contact us for the best decorative painting in the greater Reading and Berks, Lancaster, and Lebanon County area.

There’s a lot to be said about the transformative power of paint. According to Zippa, currently, in the US, there are more than 206,202 painters employed. With the vast number of painters currently operational today, there’s sure to be a contractor available who’s a perfect fit for your needs. There are painting services of all types offered today, across a wide range of styles. And, a number of those painters offer decorative painting services that are even more noteworthy than traditional painting services. If you’re ready for something new and bold in your home, these painting styles deliver. You can completely transform the look and feel of your home with creative approaches to paint. The decorative painting services discussed today are just the beginning, talk to your professional painting contractor to learn about even more ideas!

Plaster Effects

Today’s modern take on the ancient stucco technique known as plaster is an effective way to elevate a painted wall. If you’re seeking a timeless look that goes with just about any interior design style, plaster is worth your consideration. The changes and innovations made to this technique make it an even easier option. More contractors are starting to offer this as part of their specialized decorative painting services. If you want your home to have a light and timeless feel that’s also timeless, ask about this effect for your home.

Plaster effects are wonderful for entryways and other large, open spaces. It can be done in any color you wish, but many people choose a neutral option in order to keep the effect from feeling overwhelming. If you have a room that could use a bit more oomph but don’t want anything overwhelming, plaster is the way to go. Your decorative painting services specialist will be able to work with you to choose the perfect room and color to achieve the most impact from this effect. If you want to embrace the current indoor-outdoor design trend, this is an effective way to achieve that look due to the lime material included in the plaster.

Faux Wood Graining

Again, with the nature-inspired trends that are so popular right now, faux wood grain effects are having a moment. If you want to achieve a natural look but don’t want to invest the time, effort, and money required to install wood, this paint effect is for you. This is one of the most popular decorative painting services and can also be used to update furniture pieces. You’ve likely seen this technique used to achieve a coastal or beach house look. It’s especially effective in achieving a driftwood appearance to walls and flooring.

You can also use darker stains to get a more traditional look. Working with your local decorative painter will reveal a number of different options to choose from. If you have a room that would benefit from an accent wall, but you want to add even more visual interest, this is a perfect option. And, if you have a painted room that you want to give a finished look, you can have your professional painter use this technique on your baseboards and crown molding to add an elegant touch. There are a lot of ways that this technique can transform any room.

Marbleizing Techniques

This is an elegant effect that will create a rich look for your entranceway, bathroom, or really any room in your home. There are a number of different ways that your contractor can use this decorative painting method to give your space a gorgeous look. If you want marble in your home, but it’s a choice that doesn’t work with your budget, this is a fantastic alternative. You’ll be able to choose the color, and the amount of veining that you want, and avoid a dusty and disruptive installation process.

This is an effective technique for any space that you want to give a dramatic look. Choose a base color, such as green, black, or white, and let your painting professional work their magic! Dining room accent walls are one popular choice for this effect, as are entryways, but the possibilities are truly endless. You’ll enjoy the sophistication of marble without having to make the financial investment that the material requires. Now’s an ideal time to learn more about this effective technique and how it can make any room in your home look even better. It’s an exciting option to consider for any style of home or interior decor.

Metallic Paints and Finishes

Do you have a small room in your home that could use a bit more pizzazz? Metallic paints and finishes are a perfect way to upgrade small spaces and give them a more interesting look. It can be used on trim and baseboards, and anywhere else where you want to add more design. Whole walls are also possible, with some guidance from your painting professional. This is an option that will change color and appearance depending on natural light. It’s worthwhile to do a few test blocks to get the full effect and see how the metallic paint or finish looks at all times of the day as well as at night.

Fortunately, metallic paints come in a wide range of color options. If you have a breakfast nook or sunroom that you want to look even brighter and sunnier, you could choose a champagne color for your base. Darker blues and grays will give you a dramatic effect that many people choose for their bedrooms. And, the best thing about metallic paint and finishes is that you have enough options available to find exactly what you want for the space.

Endless Style Possibilities

If you want to paint the interior of your home but are looking for something a bit more design-oriented, these decorative painting effects are the answer. Your painting professional can help you learn more about what’s available and what will make the most sense for your home. It’s an experimental option that lets you expand the available choices to include some that are outside your comfort zone. And, they don’t require as much of an investment as the effects they mimic.

When you’re ready for something new and exciting for your house’s interior, this is a great approach. Decorative painting services are an effective way to give your home a unique look that reflects your own personal style and elevates your interior. It’s also an option that you can experiment with and have some fun. Unexpected results might surprise you when you find that your favorite effect is well outside your normal interior design choices. Talk to your painting specialist about the different effects they can add to your home. You’ll be able to create stunning spaces that give your home a more finished and sophisticated look. Ordinary paint options are made better when you add some decorative effects to the design mix in your home.

If you’re looking for a way to transform your home and upgrade its current style, decorative painting services are the way to go. Our team can help you find the perfect decorative painting style that will not only elevate your interior design but reflect your personal style and tastes. If you’ve been feeling like you’re in an interior design rut with your home, this is the perfect way to get out of it! Contact us today to learn more about our services and how they can transform your home. Our team at Martzall’s Custom Surfaces looks forward to working with you!

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