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madlyn
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I have 4 pine coloured wooden photo frames I would like to jazz up.
My plan is to paint them then give them a distressed look, how do I go about this and what sort of paint is best to use?
My plan is to paint them then give them a distressed look, how do I go about this and what sort of paint is best to use?
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Depends on the finish already on them and what you are looking for.
If there is already a varnish / lacquer you may need to strip this back to the wood.
If it is back to plain wood you can use most types of paint and then finish as appropriate.0 -
Agreed, most types of non-glossy paints will do.
The most MSE solution is of course to use whatever is hanging round in the garage / shed. That way you will at least have some co-ordination with your existing decor.Value-for-money-for-me-puhleeze!
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As for the distressing bit, sandpaper wrapped around a wine cork will help you get into the profile of the frame to take the fresh paint back (champagne/bubbly corks are even better)
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Why not trying mural spray?0
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There is a thin coat of varnish on them but I would give them a sand down first, and any white emulsion would do?SPC 0370
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Yes, any emulsion would do ��0
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There is a thin coat of varnish on them but I would give them a sand down first, and any white emulsion would do?
Sure. Sanding provides a key for the new paint to adhere to - but the 'worse' you do it, the better the distressed effect
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I've used emulsion on large wooden pieces no problem. You can paint 1 colour all over then wax on bits you want to keep that colour and paint a different colour over top. Then it looks worn.
Or sand back parts so you get similar effect t.there are tons of tutorials on U tube.:jFocus on contribution instead of the impressiveness of consumption to see the true beauty in people.0
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