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Natural Paint Course
Using Traditional and modern natural paints

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PRACTICAL COURSE in NATURAL PAINTS, OILS & WAXES

The constituents of modern natural paints are often based on materials used to make traditional decorating materials - we begin the course with a presentation giving a brief outline of the history of different paints and the benefits of using them and their modern natural derivatives.

Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy trying out a wide range of paints, oils, waxes and varnishes. If you want to bring samples of wood, or even small items of furniture to experiment on, you are welcome to do so. All brushes and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing. Course numbers are limited to 7. Tools, paints and wood finishes are available for purchase at the end of course. Course participants are entitled to a 10% discount on future purchases from our extensive range of natural paints

Programme

TIME

CONTENT

9.15 – 9.30am

Course assembles for coffee & introduction.

 

Presentation: brief history of paint

 

Glue paints - Casein & Distemper

 

Natural emulsions & claypaints

 

Mineral paints - limewash, limepaint & silicate masonry paint

  Glazes

1.00-1.45pm

Lunch - light buffet provided in the office

 

Oil pints & eggshells

 

Priming & Hard oils

 

Waxes & varnishes

  Wood whitening techniques
4.00– 4.30pm Decorative effects

The timing on this programme is a rough guideline only! You will be presented with a certificate at the end of the course. Technical guide sheets for most of the materials we use are on our website, but if you need a hard copy, please let us know.

The courses are held at our warehouse in Buckland Filleigh Sawmills, North West Devon. For further details or to book a course please contact us.

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What does it cost?
£75 including lunch and VAT.

  • What dates are available?
  • 2nd November 2012
  • How do I book?
    Call the office during opening hours and make a payment by card or post a cheque. You can also make a provisional booking by email but your place will only be confirmed once payment has been received.
  • Why are they are always on a Friday?? So you can enjoy the wonderful Devon countryside and coast and make a break of it.
  • Where can I stay locally?

    B&B's

  • The Devil's Stone Inn, Shebbear - 01409 281210
  • Anzac, Shebbear - 01409 281838
  • Wits End, Shebbear - 01409 281443
  • Hay House, Shebbear 01409-281827
  • Forda Farm, Thornbury, 01409 261369
  • Galmington Farm, Buckland Filleigh, 01409-281148
  • Bason Farm, Bradford, 01409 281277
  • Buttermoor Farm, Milton Damerel, 01409 261314
  • Haddiport House, Buckland Filleigh, 07714-313347