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andy_westbrook

How do you do the bottom portion?

13 years ago
I'm trying to replicate the same look on my dining room, can I you put the moulding directly against painted white dry wall, or do most people put some kind of plywood base. I'm trying to do this on a budget.
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  • 13 years ago
    Buy lots of cheap frames from Micheals. Glue with wood glue and skinny nails to hold them up until glue dries. Then fill holes and paint. Use primer coats first!

    Comments (6)

    • PRO
      13 years ago
      The lower walls have MDF panels and trim moulding for a smooth consistent finish. The enamel paint is sprayed on for a smooth seamless look.
    • 13 years ago
      Thanks, I wondered how you got the smooth texture.
    • PRO
      13 years ago
      A good quality smooth MDF trim and wall boards. But most importantly, a gloss lacquer based enamel, that is sprayed on with an airless paint sprayer. Several coats to ensure a durable smooth finish.
    • 12 years ago
      We purchased MDF "picture framing" at Lowes. Applied directly to drywall and painted all the same white semi-gloss paint. Looks great, very affordable.
    • 11 years ago
      Thanks for the picture frames idea. On a budget also.
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