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Bagging
What steps are necessary to do the Bagging technique?
If you can dab paint on a wall, then this the technique for you. This finish can be used throughout a room from ceiling to baseboard, on one wall or just on trim.
TOOLS:
1ml. plastic drop cloth or plastic bag
Bucket of water
Paper & cardboard for testing
Paint roller & tray
Paint for base coat and sponge on coats
SPECIAL NOTE:
Bagging is most effective when a base color plus one or two colors are used, but take care to choose them for a subtle rather than a contrasting effect.
THE TECHNIQUE:
1. Apply your base coat (normally two shades darker or lighter than the color to be sponged on) and let it dry.
2. Bunch up bag to fit your hand.
3. Once the base coat has dried, dip your plastic in paint, then blot it into cardboard to remove excess and test your bagging technique on a piece of paper. You will notice different effects depending on the pressure you apply.
4. Once you're ready, lightly dab the wall with your plastic. If you are planning to bag in a second color, be sure to space out the imprints to leave enough background for the next color.
5. The result should be even and cloudy. Try working in a 60cm square, dabbing at random and turning your elbow to avoid a repetitive pattern.
6. For a second color, use new plastic. Let each color dry between applications.
7. You can correct bad bagging (heavy or smudge patches) by re-bagging with the base coat color. Aim for a subtle, misty effect. Remember that bagging in two colors work's best with the lighter color on top, as this gives depth to the effect.
(Remember that these are suggested ways to achieve this effect. Your imagination and creativity are the keys to the success of this finish.)
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