Sunday, February 7, 2010

Decorative Painting in 2010 and Beyond

If you're looking to have some special finishes or a mural done in the next few months, act now. Most decorative painters are discounting their prices in order to make sure they have work during this recession. I believe the economy will improve enough this year that demand will come back strong by summer. Which means it will take longer to get your work scheduled and it will likely cost a bit more. That means that now is the best time to have things done.

The trends that will be strong this year and next are faded fresco's, soothing, peaceful murals and finishes. I expect much less demand for the old, heavily antiqued, brown glazed walls. People need optimism and light in their lives, and that style of finishing is frankly, very dated.

Finishes that are elegant, beautiful and subtle will be key.

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