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Love the lime painted wall!

9 years ago

Love the lime painted wall. Which paint range did you use & does it have to be done by a professional? I've created a lime wash finish on my floorboards with just emulsion paint. I'd love to give this a try. Is it difficult to achieve? Beautiful room and out look.

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Bruce Hemming Photography
9 years ago
try contacting Gina Portman of Folk at Home http://www.folkathome.com
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