The Deerhoof is the ultimate striping brush! Much like the Rondin brush, the deerhoof is ideal for striping color or size on small, and tight spaces. However, the deerhoof’s shape offers a distinct slant which allows for optimum surface contact. It’s densely-packed skunk hair makes this a great brush to use over rough surfaces. A […]
Slanted Striping Sable
October 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Slanted Striping Sable is our primary brush for the thinnest, straightest lines desired in striping. Used on its side, every tip of the hand-selected sable hair should be in contact for the longest, and most consistent stripe. Truly, the slanted, sable striping brush will prove to be invaluable when used effectively with a Striping […]
Trompe l’oeil on faux oak elevator door
September 18, 2013 by 15 Comments
Oh what a difference trompe l’oeil makes! In NYC, it is building code that all elevator doors are made of metal. Many of our clients have a private elevator entrance in their apartments. This is a great opportunity for us to woodgrain and add trompe l’oeil paneling. Here is the basecoated metal door. This post […]
Gilded ornament panels
July 17, 2013 by 4 Comments
This design was custom for small powder room in Manhattan. This was the final element for the room. We painted the red panels and black surrounding, glazed all areas, and then varnished in oil, in preparation for the gilding. A pounce pattern was created on thick paper. With a pounce block, tap and rub the […]
The Striping Edge
January 8, 2013 by 2 Comments
Control each stroke with our handmade striping edge made of lightweight bass wood and rubbed in oil for protection. Its double-reversed, beveled edge allows for consistent and efficient linear trompe l’oeil effects like faux molding. Once mastered, Pierre’s striping edge will shave hours off jobs and will deliver photo realistic quality that will surely pay […]
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