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Painting AND Wallpapering
SECRETS
from Brian Santos
The Wall Wizard


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Painting and Wallpapering Secrets from Brian Santos The Wall Wizard
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:
Santos, Brian.
Painting and wallpapering secrets from Brian Santos, the Wall Wizard / Brian Santos.
p. cm.
ISBN 978-0-470-59360-8 (pbk)
ISBN 978-0-470-91131-0 (ebk)
1. House painting-Amateurs manuals. 2. Paperhanging-Amateurs manuals. I. Title.
TT323.S26 2010
698'.1-dc22
2010028548
Printed in the United States of America
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Book production by Wiley Publishing, Inc. Composition Services
Dedication
This book is dedicated to YOU!
Within these pages we will explore the mysteries, mistakes, and magic of decorative finishes and reveal that Wall Wizards are made, not born. It took me more than three decades to learn the tricks I share with you in this book. Once you ve learned my secrets, don t be afraid to use them. It is my hope that they will serve you well. Every time you apply them, you prove Dorothy was right: There really is no place like home!
Thank-Yous
It takes a village to raise a Wizard. My special thanks:
To my mom, for her artistic influence. To my dad, for his work ethic. To my grandfather, for instilling me with the power of why.
Thanks to Dan Weeks, who has collaborated with me on this and several other books to bring the voice of the Wizard alive on the page. To Wiley Publishing, Inc., especially Pam Mourouzis and Cindy Kitchel, for their belief in the magic of the Wizard.
To my children, Paul, Scott, and Kelli, whom I love, and who are the future.
And most of all, to my wife and partner, Virginia, who shares all my dreams. Thank you for all your love and support throughout our journeys together.
Table of Contents
Meet the Wizard
Chapter 1: Color

Color Basics
Color Variations
Color Combinations
Color and Light
Decorating Pyramid
Picking a Wall Color
Controlling Space with Color
Chapter 2: Tools
Solvents
Cleaning Tools
Painting Tools
Basic Wallpapering Tools
Wallpapering: Task-Grouped Tools
Tools: Good and Bad
Tips, Tricks, Tools, and More
Chapter 3: Preparation
Ready the Room
Stripping (Wallpaper, That Is!)
Cleaning the Walls
Tackling Tough Stains
Wood Work
Repairing Drywall Imperfections
Patching Small Holes
Repairing Large Holes
Mudding Textured Walls
Removing Ceiling Texture
Overlaying a Textured Ceiling
The Great Cover-Up
Goodbye to Old Paint
Caulk Is King
Sealers and Primers
Masking
Drape the Walls
For Safety s Sake
Tips, Tricks, Tools, and More
Chapter 4: Painting
Formulas for Success
Making the Grade
What s Your Type?
Behind the Sheens
How Much Paint?
Prepping Paint
The Three Laws of Painting
Basic Painting
Brush Works
Pad Works
Roller Works
Ceiling Solutions
Trim Works
Working a Room
Hit the Walls
Resurfacing Paneling
Painting Bricks and Concrete


Chapter 5: Faux Finishing
Contrast and Color
The Tree of Knowledge
Prep Makes Perfect
Specialty Tools
Controlling Contrast
That Glazed Look
Positive Thinking
Negative Finishes
How Absorbing!
From Rags to Richness
Striation Creation
Hit the Wall
All Washed Up
Tips, Tricks, Tools, and More
Chapter 6: Clean and Store
Clean as You Go
Total Tool Care
Storage Solutions
The Dish on Disposal
Chapter 7: Wallpapering
The Material World
Anatomy of a Wallpaper Book
Choosing a Wallpaper
Anatomy of a Wallpaper Design
Anatomy of a Bolt
Anatomy of a Sheet
How Many Rolls to Buy
The Sticky Stuff
The Three Laws of Wallpapering
The Henry Ford Method
Rules of Engagement
The Focal Point Wall
Creating a Trial Layout
Plotting the Layout
Create a Blueprint for Success
Precutting Wallpaper
Processing Wallpaper
Activating and Booking
Hang It
Seams
Turning Corners
Cutting Around Trim
Recessed Windows and Doors
Repairing a Gouge
Repairing Seams
Eliminating Bubbles
Tool Checklists
Index
Meet the Wizard
That s so cool! How do you do that? I hear this all the time as I demonstrate painting, faux finishing, and wallpapering techniques in my workshops at home shows around the world. The question that inevitably follows my demonstration is Can I do that?
Yes, you can! With an understanding of the materials and techniques involved, almost anyone can create beautiful rooms. And once you know and master some basic principles, the variety of results you can create is virtually limitless.
I m a fourth-generation decorating contractor. My philosophy is simple: Knowledge is power. The real secret to success lies in understanding how to achieve the results you desire. I call this the why behind the how-to, and it is something most books, classes, and workshops never tell you. How can you know what to do if you don t understand why you re doing it? That s why I wrote this book: to reveal the science behind the magic of decorative finishes and show you how to create some magic of your own.
First we ll talk about how to use and combine color-the foundation of all decorative techniques. We ll discuss what tools and materials you ll need, and how to prepare the room-including my magic wallpaper stripping formula that allows you to strip up to 16 layers of wallpaper at once.
Then we ll explore the techniques themselves: First, paint, the fastest and least expensive way to transform a room. Next, faux finishing, a way to create magical effects using paint, my fail-safe glaze recipe, and simple household tools. Finally, I ll share my Henry Ford Method of installing wallpaper. With it, you ll apply wallpaper faster, easier, and with less mess and frustration than many pros.
Along the way, I ll share tips, tricks, and techniques that will make your project go smoothly and take much less time than conventional methods. They re all based on a combination of common sense and professional experience.
My goal in this book is to give you the knowledge and confidence you need to create the home interior you desire-to turn a daunting chore into an exciting opportunity for self expression. When you look at decorating through Wizard eyes, you ll see the magic all around you.
So let