Upcycling Furniture
Interested in upcycling furniture? It’s sustainable, fun and saves on costs. If this sounds right up your alley, then read on for our top tips:
- Get prepared! Don’t rush due to excitement, first clean old furniture to remove dust and spiderwebs. Then make sure that your workspace is clean and that you have all the tools that you need for the job.
- Let your imagination run wild. Anything can be used to create something and if you are lacking inspiration head online and check out Pinterest.
- Ditch the expensive vintage shops and try a charity shop, Facebook Marketplace or have a look through family and friends’ old items that they are getting rid of.
- Honour the era that the item comes from, this will suit it best.
- Spend the extra bucks on paint and paint brushes, for a high-quality finish.
- Be bold.
- Remove all door knobs and extras before you start painting, don’t just paint around them.
- Once your piece is finished, maintenance is key. Protect your upcycled furniture with wax or varnish.
You can’t go wrong when it comes to creating a unique upcycling piece. So, what are you waiting for? Visit your nearest DIY Depot for all your DIY accessories.