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The Art of Stenciling: Dimension and Depth for Furniture and Walls

Stenciling is the age-old technique of transferring a single pattern or multiple designs onto the surface of an object, door or wall, with paint or ink. Typically, it is done using a thin sheet of material with a design cut out – through which a different colored paint or ink is carefully applied.

Stenciling is often applied as a decorative border on ceilings and at the top of walls (Courtesy of The Grand Del Mar)
Stenciling is often applied as a decorative border on ceilings and at the top of walls (Courtesy of The Grand Del Mar)

Dating back thousands of years, the Egyptians used stencils to decorate tombs, while the ancient Greeks utilized them to outline mosaic designs. In recent years, the art of stenciling has reemerged as an intriguing way to liven up and add warmth and dimension to a room, and it can be a more cost-effective alternative to wallpaper. Continue reading “The Art of Stenciling: Dimension and Depth for Furniture and Walls”