{"product_id":"grisaille-toile-iod-paint-inlay","title":"Grisaille Toile Paint Inlay (IOD) Iron Orchid Designs– 12×16 Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003eDrape your painted furniture in the timeless elegance of 18th-century French textile design with \u003cstrong\u003eGrisaille Toile Paint Inlay by Iron Orchid Designs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Inspired by a cotton textile fragment dating to the late 1700s, this classical yet playful composition features exotic parrots perched among cascading roses, peonies, and lush botanical foliage — all rendered in a sophisticated warm taupe grisaille palette that feels at once antique and utterly current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrisaille\u003c\/em\u003e — from the French for “grey” — is a painting technique executed entirely in tones of a single neutral color, evoking the look of engraving or stone carving. Here it translates into a warm taupe-on-cream palette that pairs beautifully with virtually any painted background, from crisp white to deep navy, dusty sage to warm terracotta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture a painted armoire paneled with a seamless toile all-over, its surface alive with parrots and roses as if upholstered in a bolt of rare 18th-century fabric. Or imagine a tray or cabinet door framed with a single sheet of the pattern, a quiet nod to the grand tradition of toile de Jouy. Grisaille Toile is sophisticated, versatile, and endlessly beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 sheets of paint inlay, each 12” × 16”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll 8 sheets feature the Grisaille Toile all-over pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e — exotic parrot perched on a branch amid cascading roses, peonies, and dense botanical foliage — in slightly varied repeat layouts for seamless large-surface coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheets are designed to tile continuously for wallpaper-style coverage across large furniture surfaces, or to be used individually on smaller pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalette: warm taupe\/sepia on a cream-white ground — pairs beautifully with white, cream, warm grey, dusty blue, sage, navy, or terracotta backgrounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout IOD Paint Inlays\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIOD Paint Inlays are the artisanal answer to decor transfers. They are not a decal; they are not a synthetic film; they are not decoupage. When you apply an IOD Paint Inlay, artisanal paint is embedded into your surface and the paper is removed, leaving an authentic painted design and a buttery, almost leather-like surface on your piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIOD Paint Inlays are made from a proprietary artist-quality paint which IOD formulated specifically for decorative use. They are organic in nature and the transfer of the painted design will be slightly varied and unique for each individual. The results are visually interesting, texturally complex, and often inherently distressed. The paint formula is ‘active’ until sealed — meaning you can manipulate it and apply special techniques or a custom touch before you seal your piece. And, as it once isn’t enough, you can often get a beautifully-faded second impression with the residual pigment on your ‘leftover’ Paint Inlay sheets — sometimes even a third impression!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan the layout of your designs on your surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the grids on the back side of the inlay sheet, trim as needed and set aside. If you are using a repeat pattern and lining the pattern up continuously, then trim excess margin on each sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn an appropriately prepared surface, apply a generous and even coat of mineral-based chalk-type paint. Work in small sections to manage the paint-drying window as you work, generally not larger than 12”×16”.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile paint is still wet, lay the paint inlay sheet design-side down (grids are printed on the back for easy identification of front and back), into the wet paint, keeping it taut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpritz lightly with an even mist of water. Using a smooth damp sponge or folded soft cloth, pat down with even light pressure to make sure the design makes good contact with the painted surface. Avoid excessive moving or dragging of the Paint Inlay sheet once it is laid down, as this can cause blur or smear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat steps 3–5 to complete your design, lining up your sections as appropriate. The gridlines can help to match pattern edges when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry to the touch. Drying times can vary anywhere from 10 minutes to one hour, depending upon conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen ready to remove the Paint Inlay sheets from your surface, spritz evenly with water, and allow 30 seconds to absorb; this helps the backing to release. Starting at one corner, gently pull the paper up, keeping it at a low angle. It should come up easily without tearing. If it does not, spritz a second time and wait a moment, then try again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf desired, you can use water to blend out or soften the design, because the pigment is still movable and active. You can even add additional colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce you are happy with the Paint Inlay design, it is time to seal it. Options include: a water-based polyurethane-type sealer applied directly over your work; spray-on sealer or artist’s fixative; or wax sealer applied according to manufacturer’s directions and buffed to a sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips for Best Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep stored in the packaging at room temperature, in a dry area, until ready to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways handle your Paint Inlay sheets with care and keep completely dry until ready to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a chalk-type paint that does not contain polymers for best application results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIOD Paint Inlay sheets can be used on fabric with a quality fabric medium and, yes, you can get more than one impression even on fabric!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIOD Paint Inlays can be used on glass using a clear medium that adheres to glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatent Pending. Made in China. All designs are property of Iron Orchid Designs®. All rights reserved.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Orchid Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48915258802395,"sku":"IOD-INL-GRI","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/8409\/3403\/files\/IOD_INL_GRI_front_cover_1.jpg?v=1782674490","url":"https:\/\/eandrcreations.com\/products\/grisaille-toile-iod-paint-inlay","provider":"E\u0026R Creations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}