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"the naked wall" reviews... |
PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW: "Who hasn't looked at a blank expanse of wall and wondered, What on earth am I going to do with that? The Naked Wall has the answer. The book, written by business partners Anne Bold-Pryor and Donna V. Lacis, gives advice and inspiration on paint colors, faux finishes, wallpaper and other wall coverings such as brick, stone, tile and wood. It also helps readers with the second part of the process -- accessorizing that newly refinished wall. One nice touch: Photos of painted walls include the brand, color name and number of the paint." |
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW: "The Naked Wall provides both a display of notable walls and a how-to guide for transforming rooms by adding unusual murals, finishes, trompe l'oeil and more. From wallpapers to art works, chapters cover the types of changes which make a real difference, yet stay within the budget. 3D ideas, partial wallpapering, and more pack an inspiring, diverse display of images." |
HOME STYLE BOOKS: "There is usually so much stress involved in figuring out how you want the walls to look that you settle for off-white or another “safe” color. No need to settle anymore! With its information, tips, how-tos, and vibrant color photos, this excellent book will give you the confidence and know-how to revamp and accessorize your walls to create the look you want. You’ll learn how to: Choose paint colors to create specific effects, such as warm tones for a kitchen and cooler tones for a bedroom; Create faux finishes and add texture with applied techniques like Venetian plaster; Hang wallpaper, including grass cloth and other natural coverings; Transform walls with tile, brick, and paneling; Frame and hang art; and Display collections, from vintage lunchboxes to heirloom china. With fast-and-fabulous projects for great-looking transformations, The Naked Wall lays bare the options you have for dressing up your walls with taste and style." |
“THE NEST”; (www.thenest.com): Bare walls just beckon to be decorated. So if you’re having trouble deciding between paint, pictures or leaving them plain, get a copy of this book for truly inspiring ideas. We love the drama of the two wall treatments below, but after looking through the pics you’re sure to have a few faves of your own. |
RESIDENTIAL ARCHTICET ONLINE; (www.residentialarchitect.com): "The Naked Wall" covers the territory you would expect: painting, wallcoverings including wallpaper and Venetian plaster and hanging all kinds of artwork. The book also features ideas that might not have occurred to you, such as covering walls with reeds and bamboo or making a nook stand out with a wall of Mexican tiles. The pictures are gorgeous, and if the book doesn't inspire you to create your own mural, it probably will convince you to finally hang some of Grandma's collectible plates." |