Wall Treatments
Strié
Strié (from French "striped") is a dragged paint finish creating fine, parallel lines that mimic woven fabric or grasscloth texture. This elegant technique adds sophisticated subtle texture suitable for formal and transitional spaces.
The technique involves dragging a dry brush or specialty tool through wet glaze to create consistent vertical lines. The resulting texture responds to light, creating depth that flat paint cannot achieve.
Key Characteristics
- ✓Fine parallel lines
- ✓Dragged through glaze
- ✓Mimics woven texture
- ✓Sophisticated elegance
- ✓Responds to light
- ✓Formal appearance
Types & Variations
Vertical strié (classic)
Horizontal strié
Linen look strié (fine)
Grasscloth look (coarser)
Multi-direction strié
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Works beautifully in dining rooms, living rooms, and bedrooms seeking quiet elegance. The subtle vertical lines add perceived height to rooms.
💡 Pro Tip
Consistent pressure and speed are essential for professional results. Practice extensively on sample boards—strié is unforgiving of inconsistency.