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DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Graining Feather


  • DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Graining Feather')"> Used in marbling technique, in which a base layer of white or color is dabbed on with a damp sponge, and then a second glaze of a different color is applied the same way, causing the two colors to “marble.”
  • The feather provides the “veined” look.
  • Marbling is often done with fireplace mantles.