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Best Techniques for Recycling Furniture With an Artistic Twist

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Rated 1 point - posted 14 years ago by amelco7 in category Home.
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Add new handles, knobs, or finishing details Report Abuse
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Use decoupage—cut images out of magazines or from other sources using good quality scissors or a craft knife Report Abuse
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Sponge on a faux-marble finish Report Abuse
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Re-upholster Report Abuse
keeps the same structure; means you don't have to buy new furniture
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Use appliqué or paint Report Abuse
transforms fabric surfaces
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Add a slipcover Report Abuse
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Decorate and embellish Report Abuse
inexpensive materials quickly change the look and function: add buttons, shells, fabric, or texture gels
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Age the piece of furniture Report Abuse
creates an antique feel, in minutes, without the expense of actual antiques--use crackle varnish or painting techniques
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Add a fabric hanging or panel Report Abuse
fabric can be glued or stapled onto frames or added as panels to headboards or other items, to quicly alter the look
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Hand-paint a design directly onto the furniture Report Abuse
gives furniture a personalized touch, so it can be kept as a keepsake or heirloom for future generations
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Woodwashing Report Abuse
creates a pale wash, while letting the grain and colour of the wood show
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Spatter paint Report Abuse
Spatter paint provides texture and a sandy or speckled appearance
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Use rollers to make tartan patterns or to create gingham patterns Report Abuse
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Stamp design Report Abuse
using acrylic or wood block stamps, and fabric paint, acrylic paint, or other pigments
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Gild using gold or copper leaf Report Abuse
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Paint fabric Report Abuse
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Dye fabrics Report Abuse
quickly change the colour of an item--using commercial dyes or natural dyes for a more subtle look
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Add wheels, shelves, or trim Report Abuse
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Add a shadow box Report Abuse
can be filled with memorabilia or decorative elements, and attached to furniture, head board, or other items
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Punch holes in tin Report Abuse
or use aluminium foil for false tin punching look
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