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How to Apply a Ragging Faux Painting Technique

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Ragging is a faux painting technique that provides both warmth and texture to any room.
Step 7: Use a cheesecloth to soften the pattern.
You can soften the pattern using a wad of cheesecloth. Wad up the cheesecloth as you did with the cotton rag and lightly pat the surface. You can lighten any dark spots by patting them, which creates a softer, even surface.
Pat the surface with the cheesecloth.

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