Today’s project is a makeover carried out by my friend Chrystele. According to Chrystele, this makeover is easy and takes very little time. The result was nevertheless amazing. Here is how the nightstand looked when it reached Chrystele’s workshop. The piece was originally painted in blue. Traces of white paint can also be seen. It […]
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Imagine stumbling upon a beautiful piece of furniture at your favorite thrift store, or perhaps inheriting a cherished sofa or chair from a loved one. But alas, the lingering scent of smoke threatens to taint this extraordinary addition to your home. Fear not! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and discover a swift and
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That’s another question I’ve been asked a lot. And my answer is yes, you can sand veneer. You just need to be careful when sanding veneer because it is much more fragile than solid wood. Depending on its thickness, you can indeed easily sand through the underlying core of the specific piece you’re sanding. Read
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When refinishing old wood furniture, it’s crucial to identify the type of wood you’re working with. This knowledge is vital in selecting the perfect paint or stain, as different woods absorb finishes differently. Moreover, each wood type demands a specific finish. For instance, porous woods like pine require a matte or semi-gloss varnish, while hardwoods
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Wondering if you can paint over stained wood? The answer is a resounding yes! It’s not as tricky as it may seem. However, painting over stained wood does require some extra effort compared to raw, unstained wood. But fear not! I’ve got a few simple yet essential steps that will guarantee you achieve the perfect
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Just this once, a tutorial that does not involve paint! Yep, I can do that as well. Today, we will learn how to turn a demijohn glass bottle into a lamp. It’s a pretty easy DIY, it does not involve any special tool and will not generate dust in your living room. Step 1- Find
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Today, I would like to share with you Sophie’s work. Sophie is a very talented French furniture flipper and she is happy to share her tips for painting a pair of lovely nightstands in two shades of grey. First of all, I will let Sophie introduce herself. My name is Sophie. I’m a French furniture
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See how I upcycled this mini dresser using homemade mustard yellow chalk paint and wood stain. This makeover is a perfect project for beginners. I found this small chest of drawers on the Facebook Marketplace. The seller was located in the neighboring village and the selling price was cheap (€ 10 )! I immediately decided
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How to paint and upgrade your baby changing table. Make your IKEA furniture unique! I’m so excited to share with you this IKEA changing table makeover. This piece of Ikea furniture went from boring to stylish. It would be the perfect addition to a gender-neutral or baby boy nursery. When scrolling through Facebook marketplace, I
IKEA Changing Table Makeover: Painted Green Discover »
My sister recently moved into a new apartment and she’s hunting for cool decorative items. She dug through her trunks and boxes of old stuff and found this wooden picture frame. The wood carving was quite delicate, but she found the black and gold colors outdated. It did not match her new home decorating style. Now,
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