Interior designers often create sample boards to give the client an idea of the design proposal they have developed. They place the colour samples, images of the furniture selected, examples of the materials to be used and accessories selected for the project on a board. The number of sample boards created depends on the size of the project. Small one room projects usually only need one board. Larger projects many need a number of different sample boards.
Some examples of different types of sample boards
There are a number of reasons why designers use sample boards. Firstly they can be used as a way of communicating design ideas. It can also be used to act as a reference tool during the life of a project. The tools need to make a board include the board, tape, adhesive, Stanley knife and labels.
Tools needed to create a sample board
The size of the board selected to create the sample boards usually depends on the size of the project. In these eco friendly times the smallest board size possible should be used for the project. The most common sizes used by designers A2 or A1.
Creating the board
Tip: Â A sample paint pot of the colour to be used in the room could be used for the border or the space inside the border
Tip: Have all the tools and items ready before you begin
Tip: A hairdryer can be used to remove some glued items if they have been position incorrectly
The eco friendly way to create sample boards
Many designers are now creating sample boards electronically. Last year I wrote a tutorial on how to create a sample board using Word Publisher. This was before I discovered the website http://www.sampleboardonline.com Sample Board Online is a brilliant free, easy to use, eco friendly tool designed by designers for designers.
The same principles can be applied when creating a sample board electronically as those mentioned above. However there are different schools of thought on the subject.The most important thing is the board is clear, easy to follow and is self explanatory.
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