What is Decorative Paint?

Decorative painting

So, what is Decorative painting?

As the word suggests, decorative painting is the painting of different patterns and motifs, and more specifically, I specialise in faux finishes and patinas, replicating the appearance of materials such as marble, wood, and stones.

I also love applying further effects like fading, scuffing, rusting, and ageing.

I use decorative painting on walls, fixtures, props, murals, signs, letters, and as trompe l’oeil, creating visual illusions.

Special painting techniques can be used to create a variety of colours and textures to enhance your space.

NATO PAINT is here to provide you with painting information you would like to know about painting.

Through NATO PAINT, I offer DIY classes for absolute beginners who have never painted before, as well as painting classes for children. 

I have over 15 years experience as a decorative painter and have worked on over 1000 painting sites in theme parks, shops and private houses.

I share my experience and knowledge on how to paint, what tools to use, and how to achieve desired colours and effects.

NATO PAINT is the place to go for all your painting needs.

 

 

  • Rust

The effect of rusting can be painted on various metal and non-metal surfaces, and applied to appear as actual rust.

Different materials will rust and discolour uniquely, depending on the material.

  • Black rust: iron rusts and turns black
  • Red rust (iron turns reddish)
  • Greenish-blue rust on copper…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Plaster

A plastered look can be applied on a wide range of wall surfaces and fixtures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Marble

    Marble finishes can be applied to a wide range of surfaces to create the appearance or real marble.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Mortar-style

    Decorative paint can be applied to create a mortar-like appearance on a variety of surfaces, materials, and fixtures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Woodgrain

    The effects of any woodgrain can be painted on a variety of materials and surfaces.

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Peeling paint

    The effects of original paint peeling, to any degree, can be created with decorative painting.

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Antique brass

    Antique brass paint can be used to give an antique look to fixtures and frames made from a variety of materials.

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Lettering & Graphic

    Lettering and Graphics can be painted on a wide range of materials, including signs, walls and fixtures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Stencils

    Stencil painting can be used to create patterns and lettering on a variety of surfaces such as signs and walls.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Metallic & Pearl

Decorative paint can be used to create a metallic or pearlescent finish on a wide range of materials, including walls, signs and fixtures.

 

  • Sponging

Sponging is technique using colour and creating a desired degree of texture. It can be applied to a wide range of wall surfaces and signage using a sponge or cloth.