traditional specialist decoration

decoration of period interior using dragging technique

Restoration to this 17th century extension of a period house involved the dragging of panels in a pale blue. This type of subtle dragging paint finish provides an excellent backdrop to pictures whilst bringing out the best features of the panelling system. This paint finish lends an air of delicacy to the walls unobtainable with flat and opaque paint. Dragging is a long used decorative treatment and has its origins in techniques of wood graining. A dragging paint finish is considered to be one of the best back drops for the hanging of pictures. It is an ideal paint finish for the decoration of both the period interior and the historic interior. (Back to Decorative Paint Effects )