Decorative painter Kevin Walsh makes his living covering walls with designer techniques that include faux finishing. So he got a strange feeling when he saw rags, sponges and other faux tools being ...

Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an issue, can ...

Plaster is having a major moment on walls and range hoods across the world, but not all materials and finishes are equal. Perhaps one of the most polarizing terms in home decorating is simply, ...