Have you inherited a furniture set from the beginning of the last century, or is there dusty chairs and chests of drawers in the house that you are sorry to part with? Congratulations! You have the opportunity, and most importantly, a suitable texture in order to minimal cost update old furniture and interior, thereby transforming your home. You only need a couple of hours and a small set repair materials. With their help and with the desire to create, you can achieve great results easily and quickly!
Before starting work, you need to prepare necessary materials. In order to update old furniture, it is convenient to use paint in cylinders. In this case, you will only need a few aerosols of the desired shades. No need to purchase rollers different sizes, numerous brushes and thinner. So, before we start painting, we carry out preparatory work. This stage cannot be neglected, because the quality of painting and its durability largely depend on it.
- First of all, we clean the surface that we will paint from dirt and dust, after which we wipe it dry.
- We process sandpaper lacquered furniture.
- Before painting, it is desirable to cover the surface with a special primer. In this way, we will achieve the best adhesion of the paint to the coating.
- We cover with old newspapers or plastic wrap the area that we do not want to paint, and also protect the surrounding area from excess paint when it is sprayed.
- We use painter's tape to seal parts of the furniture that are not to be painted, as well as to get a smooth edge of the area to be painted.
- We protect our hands with gloves.
- Shake the bottle vigorously for several minutes before using. Spraying is carried out from a distance of 25–30 cm from the surface to be painted.
- Designers advise boldly using bright contrasting shades, decorating the surface with drawings, as well as decorative elements, colored film and various moldings. The main thing is not to be afraid to fantasize, be creative and implement your most unusual ideas!
Well, a selection of our photos will help you look at old furniture in a new way!
1. In order to turn an old dark chest of drawers into an original dressing table, it is enough to update it with bright paint. You can purchase new handles for doors and drawers, or clean the finish of old ones with special means for cleaning metal products.
2. New interior design is not a reason to replace furniture. With the help of paint, you can change the shade of a table or chest of drawers, perfectly fitting them into the surroundings. By pasting the area around the moldings with masking tape, you can easily paint them in the desired color. In this case, golden trims and handles perfectly decorate the white chest of drawers.
3. A dull, unsightly chest of drawers that you would like to push into the darkest corner in the country can become a real decoration of the living room. To do this, all its elements are painted with white paint. Gray moldings will perfectly highlight the drawers and contrast with the main color. The color composition will be complemented by original silver handles.
4. Wood is a great texture to create decorative effects. This chest of drawers has been painted White color, after which the boxes were pasted over with a colored film and highlighted with the help of moldings. The new fittings complete the composition, renovating the old furniture and making it the perfect addition to the light-coloured interior.
5. Do not rush to get rid of the battered desk. White shade will refresh and allow you to update old furniture. And with the help of masking tape, you can experiment and create a pattern on the boxes that will help fit the table into the environment. In this case color shades drawers are ideally combined with decorative shelves on the tabletop.
6. An old cabinet can be repainted white in an hour and a half and creatively decorate its door with black squares. We process the internal space using an aerosol can with yellow paint. Unusual handles will perfectly complement the new image of your pedestal, which will decorate the hallway.
7. An old Soviet-era lacquered nightstand gets an updated look with two contrasting hues. Their bold combination is perfectly complemented by thin moldings painted with golden paint. The handles on the doors are processed in the same way.
8. In order to update an old grandmother's chest of drawers, you can paint its frame white and make the drawers gray. Then, using a stencil and white paint, we create a magnificent openwork effect on them. New accessories complete the look. By the way, the boxes can be swapped, after which your family will definitely decide that you have purchased new furniture!
9. You can make a great serving table out of an old cabinet. Aerosol paint will help create smooth transitions colors that look spectacular thanks to the combination of contrasting shades. A minimum of work - and such a great result!
10. The updated chest of drawers organically combines light and dark shades. With the help of masking tape on the boxes, an original decorative element. The fittings look like new after applying golden paint.
11. Using stencils, you can easily update old furniture, making it fashionable and stylish. This chest of drawers with the original drawing of the ship will now decorate the nursery. Contrasting color combinations look great here.
12. Old wooden chairs can be easily restored by painting the frame with bright paint and replacing the seat upholstery. In this case, the yellow paint is in perfect harmony with the golden pattern of the fabric. Original, practical and inexpensive!
13. You can make a bright designer chair! We paint the frame of the ancient exhibit with bright paint, change the upholstery of the seat and make striped covers to match the main shades. A small contrast pad - and the harmonious look is complete!
14. Here is such a creative coffee table can be made using a stencil. First, we paint the entire structure with white paint, wait for it to dry completely, and then apply the stencil to the countertop and spray a bright blue tint. The new table is ready and fits perfectly into the interior!
15. Shabby wooden chest of drawers- this is a great opportunity to create something special with your own hands. Bright sunny hues, interesting color combinations and new fittings will help to update old furniture and turn it into original decoration your bedroom.
16. An excellent solution: the green drawers of the chest of drawers are visually highlighted with the help of thin moldings painted in white. Using painter's tape, it's easy and simple to paint delicate furniture parts in the color you want. New handles on the drawers complete the attractive look of the chest of drawers.
17. The old bedside table has been changed beyond recognition with the help of bright green paint and a decorative film that covered the table top. Used old hardware - it was removed and painted black. amazing decoration original interior!
18. Skillful hands turned the old bed into a small sofa, while its headboard became its back! The structure is painted white, the seat is upholstered in an attractive fabric, and cute cushions complete the new look.
19. From the old grandmother's chest of drawers turned out an elegant dressing table for modern bedroom. Delicate pastel colors are complemented by an original pattern of decorative film, which is pasted over the doors. Updating old furniture can be very easy, getting great results with minimal effort!
20. A section of an old Soviet slide has been turned into a great storage cabinet. The base is painted white, the doors are pasted over decorative film nice colors and new fittings. Simple Solutions– and global restoration!
21. If you can draw, you can decorate the white dresser drawers with bright designs or intricate patterns. To create them, choose colors that match the shades of the interior.
22. This folding table is given a makeover with yellow paint and an original pattern on the top. Using stencils, you can create a variety of color compositions, which will perfectly fit your updated furniture into the environment.
23. old shabby desk began to look stylish and modern. Unusually shaped legs give it a graceful look, and bright hues refresh and renew.
24. Updating old furniture, or rather this bedside table, is easy and simple. It is enough to cover it with white paint, and draw a pattern on the doors with an ordinary marker with a thick pen, and then fix the result with a colorless varnish. You can complete the work by installing new fittings. After all, manufacturers today offer a huge variety of handles and loops of all shapes, colors and sizes.
25. If you don't like your new coffee table, go get some paint! With the help of aerosol cans, we change the color of the frame - and now the updated piece of furniture pleases the eye.
26. After painting with bright colors, this garden group looks fresh and festive. A combination of contrasting shades looks advantageous, as well as bold accents created using multi-colored pads. Such garden furniture able to decorate any terrace.
27. We clean the surface of the old chest of drawers with sandpaper, removing the peeling varnish. After that, we apply a primer and cover with paint. In our case, the old fittings only emphasize the vintage style of the updated piece of furniture. Fashionable, creative and tasteful!
28. With the help of paint, you can update old furniture and combine a table and chairs from different groups into a single composition. We paint the table white, and we cover the seats of the chairs with a white cloth. Fresh furniture pleases the eye!
29. Wanted something new? The kitchen cabinet can be changed beyond recognition by repainting its frame and drawers in one color, and the countertop in another, as well as installing new handles. Feel free to experiment with colors and accessories!
30. Don't rush to landfill old table-book of Soviet times. With the help of stencils and paint, you can create a fancy pattern on the furniture, after which you won’t even need a tablecloth on such a table.
31. Children's furniture should be bright and attractive! You can update old furniture and create a unique interior with your child by painting the table and chairs. Add more colors and contrasting combinations, entertaining patterns and patterns. At such a table, your baby will sit with great pleasure.
32. Old chairs will look like new after painting and reupholstering. Minimum effort and great results!
33. This shabby stool began to look bright and fresh. Pleasant contrasting shades allow you to update old furniture, creating its new image. A comfortable and practical stool will become a real decoration of the kitchen or dining room.
34. And this is how you can update a stool for a nursery. By using bright colors paint old and shabby furniture has become fashionable and creative. Agree, such a beautiful stool - a place in the new nursery!
35. The white color of the interior is one of the newfangled current trends. Light furniture looks light and elegant. At the same time, there is no need to spend significant funds - you can update the chest of drawers with high-quality paint with your own hands, making it an effective element of a fashionable interior.
36. ancient mirror frame After painting it will look like new. A spectacular shade will help her regain her former chic, and you - to refresh the interior!
37. color accents very important for creating modern interior. You can decorate the room in two primary colors, and the third - to emphasize the details. To give objects the desired shade, say golden, paint in spray cans will help.
38. 39, 40. Bright doors will become a real decoration of the interior, emphasizing the excellent taste of its owners. With the help of masking tape and high-quality paint in spray cans, you can give the canvas and door frame any, even the most daring shade, as well as create a spectacular combination of contrasting colors.
41. Feel free to experiment with contrasting shades! Such furniture will be a reflection of your individuality and creativity.
42, 43, 44. Bright colors, interesting combinations of shades, new fittings - and a shabby chest of drawers is unrecognizable! Updating old furniture is easy and simple with the help of spray paint. The point is small - choose colors, add fantasy and create the interior of your dreams!
45. Designers do not have the concept of "outdated furniture" - only vintage, which means it is certainly fashionable! Add fresh shades - and create an original interior!
46. Masking tape will help you create creative geometric compositions on your furniture. Add accessories to the tone of the selected shades - and enjoy the new image of your home!
47. Bright, bold shades will transform old furniture, which in turn will refresh the room and fill it with inspiration. After all, after painting a shabby table, you will want to change everything around!
48. You can paint the rack on the outside in one color, and its interior in another. It will turn out bright, bold and original!
49. By using spray paint and your imagination, you can easily update old garden furniture. The most unexpected decision is sometimes the right one. Choose a creative way to create original garden compositions!
50. Bright fresh shades of updated furniture will fill you with positive and bring back a great summer mood. With Motip spray paints, the world around becomes more beautiful!
When it comes to updating furniture, don't be afraid of minor difficulties that you may have to face. After all, an excellent result will be a reward for your efforts and will inspire you to create a unique original interior for your home!
We all love to have beautiful things around us at home. However, the years go by and the interior begins to go out of fashion. Very often it is impossible to say goodbye to your favorite items, because so many happy moments happened with them! And sometimes there is simply no money to buy new furniture. The way out of this situation is very simple - you can update the coffee table with your own hands. So the money will be saved, and the interior will become more modern. In addition, many people like the restoration of things. Some interesting ideas you will find in this article.
Removing the old coating
Before you start restoring the table, you need to remove the old varnish.
Important! You can use a grinder, but be careful, otherwise damage may occur. wooden surface.
Do-it-yourself coffee table restoration begins with the preparation of the necessary tools:
- Grinders or cycles;
- Sandpaper;
- Wood putties;
- spatula.
You can use special solvents. It is very important to calculate the thickness of the layer, because the varnish must dissolve and the wood must not be damaged.
Important! If the solvent is absorbed into the surface of the table, there may be a problem between the materials during future processing. As a result, the coating may swell, peel or crack.
If the old varnish has not been removed, and cracks and scuffs have appeared on it, we get rid of them with sandpaper:
- Moisten medium grain paper.
- We wrap the paper around the bar.
- We process the surface.
Important! If the sandpaper is clogged with dust, you can simply rinse it and continue to work.
After removing the varnish, the surface is polished with fine-grained sandpaper. Then, with the help of putty, cracks and scratches are eliminated:
- Putty is applied with a spatula and leveled.
- After the putty dries, it is leveled with fine sandpaper.
Important! In the case of further processing of the table with the help of wood stain, a putty is purchased to match the color of the wood.
Decorate the table with wallpaper
So, how to restore a coffee table with your own hands? First of all, you should acquire materials:
- Vinyl wallpaper;
- Glue;
- Clear acrylic varnish or special silicone sealant;
- scissors;
- decorative nails;
- hammer;
- Roulette;
- With a simple pencil;
- Ruler.
Important! Before updating the table, you should make sure that the countertop is clean and dry, and there is no grease on it.
So, how to restore an old coffee table with your own hands? To do this, follow the instructions:
- We measure and cut required amount wallpaper. They should be enough for the length of the countertop and bends down.
- With your finger we press the edge of the wallpaper along the countertop - this way it will be easier to glue them.
- We apply glue to the countertop from all sides.
- We start the wallpaper sticker from the corner, gently press it and smooth it with our hands in order to remove air bubbles.
- Using a dry cloth, smooth the wallpaper.
- For normal gluing of the edges and turns, we apply glue to them. When it dries a little, the wallpaper is pressed tightly and smoothed out.
Important! When using spray adhesive, newspapers and masking tape are used to protect the rest of the surface.
- We apply two or three layers of a special transparent sealant or transparent acrylic lacquer. Thanks to this, scratches and damage will not appear on the wallpaper.
- We hammer in beautiful carnations for the aesthetic appearance of the product.
Decorate the table with mosaics
If you're looking for a way to update your coffee table, look no further than decorating with mosaics. This will require preparation the following materials and tools:
- Paints in a can;
- Sandpaper;
- Grid mosaic tiles;
- Clay;
- Grouts;
- brushes;
- spatula;
- Scissors.
- We put paint on the table, let it dry.
- We apply glue to the place where the tile pattern will be glued.
- We apply the tile, press it and let it dry.
- We process the space between the tiles with grout, the excess of which is then washed off.
As a result of such simple actions, you will become the owner of an original and practical table.
Decorating a table using decoupage technique
Usually furniture, which is to be decorated using decoupage technique, requires pre-painting. Most often they use white, light blue and light green colors. To do this, use acrylic paint, which is applied in two or three layers. Then varnish is applied to the surface, and then it must be processed with fine sandpaper.
- Set for decoupage or disposable napkins with drawings;
- Polyethylene;
- Wide paint brush with dense bristles;
- Strong tea;
- Laka.
Important! In order for the edges of the napkins not to stand out too much on the countertop, they should not be cut off, but cut off. Moreover, you need to try to make the edge uneven.
In addition, when using napkins, the surface may turn out too white. Therefore, napkins should be dipped in tea for a couple of seconds. In addition, you can choose other colors of staining, for which they use a solution of watercolors.
Everyone dreamed at least once in their life to discover artistic talent and try themselves as a restorer or decorator. Table restoration is a unique opportunity to combine business with pleasure. First, this good way to save money on buying new furniture, and secondly, to restore the old table with your own hands is doubly pleasant. It is noteworthy that the restoration technology is available to everyone, even non-professionals. The result is an exclusive product, which has no analogues. How to restore and transform an old kitchen table? How to cover wooden tabletop? Tips, recommendations, photos, as well as a unique new restoration master class from designers will help you make real masterpiece from an outdated piece of furniture.
Restoration of furniture - in itself is very fascinating process, and with a competent approach, it is also very useful, allowing you to significantly save on the purchase of new furniture
Update methods
How to update the countertop in the kitchen with your own hands? What are the wood countertops in the kitchen covered with? Beginners have many questions and, as a result, difficulties in the restoration process, which plunge them into a stupor. Of course, any alteration and restoration kitchen furniture may not lead to the result that was originally planned. However, here it should be remembered that it is never too late to get rid of the old table and buy a new one, but it is still worth a try.
Make a restoration kitchen table with your own hands or you can update it in the following ways.
- Painting through tulle involves painting the product with paint according to the principle of a stencil. To do this, the fabric is spread on the table in such a way that there are no tubercles. Next, you need to use spray paint to paint over the entire surface and let it dry, then remove the tulle. As a result, a beautiful lace pattern is formed on the table.
- Alteration of the table may consist in restoration with the help of ceramic tiles. Such a coating is not only attractive, but also practical, as it withstands various kinds of impacts. It can be whole blocks or multi-colored fragments in the form of a mosaic. If there is no tile, glass fragments can be used as a material for restoration.
- You can update the old table with a self-adhesive film. Modern manufacturers offer inexpensive models with original drawings. For restoration, it is enough to glue the surface of the product - and it will change before our eyes.
- If the table is made of solid wood, you can use the burning technique as an idea for restoration, but this requires certain work skills, as well as special equipment in the form of an electric burner.
- Decoupage is a very fashionable way to transform furniture and give it a completely different look. appearance. This does not require special artistic skills, because ready-made photos on paper or a napkin, which are attached to the table, are taken as the basis.
Product restoration
Restoration of the countertop involves returning to its original appearance without visible changes in the design. Many private masters and firms offer their restoration services, but due to the high cost, this option is not available to everyone. The restoration process is long and painstaking, however, if you wish, you can update the kitchen table with your own hands at home. Before you repair the countertop, you need to prepare the following materials:
- goggles, respirator, gloves;
- Sander or sandpaper coarse and fine grit;
- artistic or paint brush, roller;
- impregnation and putty for wood;
- wood glue, liquid nails;
- acrylic or alkyd paint, stain, countertop varnish or wax;
- antiseptic and primer.
When necessary tools at hand, you can get to work.
preliminary repair
Before covering the wooden tabletop, you should pay attention to the underframe and general state table: are the legs loose, are some parts missing. The new life of an old table begins first of all with the elimination of these defects, since the functional component is important for any furniture. It must be disassembled, the old coating removed from each part, sanded and assembled back, fixed with glue or liquid nails. Many restorers insist that the integrity of the table should not be violated, as it will quickly become unusable.
Here each case is individual. For flimsy designs, assembly can really be fatal. The puncher may destroy the surface or it may be chipped. If the furniture is solid and massive, then you should not be afraid of this. At correct assembly the product will become stronger and more stable. After work, it is important to ventilate the room, as the accumulated dust can later settle on the countertop of the kitchen table. Dust adhering to the surface after painting will spoil the appearance, so spring-cleaning not prevent.
Primary processing
A wooden table, like chipboard countertops, needs to be impregnated with an antiseptic, which will protect against pests and fungi. This substance will not allow woodworms to attack the product in the future. After processing, the table is recommended to be left to dry for at least a day. Next, you need to remove the old coating with a grinder. You can also use coarse-grained sandpaper at the beginning and fine-grained sandpaper at the end of grinding.
Kitchen worktop restoration
Before covering a wooden countertop, you should carefully inspect the surface for damage and chips. Small cracks up to 3 mm are sealed with putty, and then polished again so that there are no tubercles. Large chips can be repaired with veneer. It is necessary to pre-make a stencil right size. In order to make it correctly, you should cover the surface of the chipped part of the table with paint, then press it with paper. A clean, unpainted spot is the necessary stencil. Next, you need to cut the veneer along the contour and glue it to the surface with wood glue. Pressing the part tightly, leave to dry for 10-12 hours. How to cover the countertop after cosmetic repairs? Alkyd or shellac primer for wood. This will ensure even paint coverage. The primer should be applied in 2 coats and allowed to dry completely after each treatment. After that, the surface can be sanded again.
Table painting
Now you can proceed directly to painting. Since the restoration requires the restoration of the original appearance, you should choose the right shade. Modern manufacturers offer a wide range color palette, but it is not always possible to find an absolutely identical version that was used before restoration. You can purchase several types of paints, mix them and come to the desired color. How to cover a wooden tabletop so that it lasts for many more years? There are a lot of options here, but the most common is water-dispersion acrylic paint. It is non-toxic, dries quickly and is quite moisture resistant.
Using a brush, apply a thin layer, leave to dry, then cover with a second one - and also allow to dry. For dark shades, it is recommended to repeat the procedure three times. If the table will stand on the street, care must be taken to protect the surface from moisture and precipitation. This is where alkyd paint comes in handy. Despite the pungent toxic smell, it is successfully used for exterior finish. It is moisture resistant and is not afraid of being hit by direct sun rays. Most a budget option – Oil paint oil based. This material is suitable for the restoration of countertops coffee tables that are not actively exposed to mechanical stress. Please note that after dyeing, the product will be ready for further processing after 3-4 days.
Protective covering
How to cover wooden countertops in the kitchen for long-term use? Best matte polyurethane varnish on water based. He will provide reliable protection from external influences and damage. The varnish is applied in 2-3 layers in one direction, after each it is necessary to dry the surface for 4 hours and sand it. How to varnish a countertop so that there are no waves? It is necessary to wait for complete drying, and clean the small points with sandpaper. A white spot may form at the cleaning site, but this should not be scared, because after polishing the surface will become perfectly smooth.
Polish should be selected according to characteristics similar to the previous varnish. After the procedure, you can cover the countertop with wax. These are special wax sheets with a pleasant natural aroma. Before work, it should be softened (you can warm it up a little or leave it in the sun), and then rub it in in a circular motion with a felt. This process is long and painstaking, but it should be given Special attention, since it depends on the quality of the coating further term operation and presentable appearance of the product.
There is another option than to cover a wooden tabletop - this is ordinary wax, which is rubbed into the surface with a cotton cloth. Such a polished table looks very stylish and sophisticated, but is more suitable for the living room than for the kitchen.
This is how the long process of restoration is carried out. A little patience, diligence and a creative creative approach - and the old piece of furniture will look like in a photo from a glamorous magazine.
And finally, a video detailed description the process of restoring a wooden tabletop.
Do not rush to throw out the old table. It has served you for many years and will continue to serve you if you give it a little attention.
The table can be decorated in such a way that it will compete with any designer item.
new life can be inhaled with absolutely different ways and technician.
Consider the most common methods.
Ways to transform the table
- painting;
- veneering (pasting an old wooden surface with veneer);
- pasting with self-adhesive film;
- (application of the table with drawings from napkins, rice or banana paper);
- tiling;
- table painting using a stencil (through a fabric, paper or plastic stencil);
- decor with potali (foil, which is glued in the form of a pattern).
Some of the decoration methods we will consider in this article in a little more detail. In addition, you can turn an old table into a modern and original design element using an ordinary LED strip. will perfectly fit into any interior.
Materials and tools
To return the old table to its former beauty, we need the following:
- Sander;
- paint for wood;
- impregnation;
- primer roller;
- varnish (colored or colorless);
- brushes for each type of coating.
As well as personal protective equipment:
- protective glasses;
- respirator;
- work gloves.
Restoration
Step 1. First you need to inspect the table for breakages, cracks, scratches. If there are breakdowns, they must be repaired. We check all the bolts on the legs and countertop, tighten them.
Best Option will disassemble the table in detail, clean it of dirt and dust, then assemble it again. You can add glue to all attachment points and wait until it dries (at least 15 hours).
Step 2 Next, you need to grind the table with a machine or sand it manually. This allows you to identify all the problem areas that were not visible before.
Removing old paint and varnish is a very laborious and long process. We clean the surface with fine-grained and medium-grained sandpaper.
Note! Wood should be sanded along the grain. At improper processing hard-to-remove defects occur.
Step 3 All identified cracks and deep scratches needs to be done with . Dry patches completely. Next, we clean and grind the surface again. 
Step 4 Degrease the table with acetone and prime its surface. For this fit universal primer. Instead of impregnation, we prime the countertop 2-3 times, completely drying each layer.
Step 5 Sand the surface of the table again.
Step 6 If the countertop does not have scratches, chips and cracks, you can treat it with a water-repellent impregnation and cover it with several layers of stain or varnish. This will give a unique effect of fresh wood.
Step 7 If the surface condition is unimportant or the subsequent decoration of the table is planned, it is necessary to paint it. Choose a water-based paint. We apply with a large brush (it is better if it is not painting, but artistic). When the paint dries, apply the second layer. Application should be quick, short strokes, thin layers. We dry the table for at least 4 days.
Note! Dark paint should be applied in two or three layers to avoid light gaps.
Table top decoration
painting
Painting is one of the most popular techniques for decorating interiors and household items. There are several options for painting furniture: art painting with a thin brush, painting through a stencil (template), painting with stamps.
For glass top perfect solution- bright and airy painting with stained glass paints.
The painting looks very beautiful with the help of tulle or any other lace. To apply an openwork pattern to the surface of the table, you need to attach the tulle to the tabletop (it is advisable to fix it with adhesive tape with reverse side).
We paint the table in the same way as through a regular stencil, using a sponge, roller or spray paint. We select the color of the enamel contrasting with the color of the surface. 
Note! Painting is applied to the glass tabletop from the inside, front side stays smooth.
Mosaic
Tile adhesive First lay out the frame elements of the mosaic. We try to make the most identical seams. Then, from the center of the table, we begin to lay out the tiles (or pieces of tiles). An interesting solution there will be tiles of different colors. From above the tile is covered with a special grout. So that the ends of the tiles are not visible, you can attach them to the edges of the table plastic corners in the color of the tile grout.
In the mosaic technique, you can use not only tiles, but also other materials and a wide variety of objects - shells , pebbles, pieces of glass, eggshell etc.
potal
Potal is the thinnest sheets from various metal alloys, which are used to imitate any surface for gold, bronze or silver. The gilding technique is often used in furniture decoration along with other decorative techniques.
To begin with, we draw a stencil on which the potal will be glued. Then we apply glue on it with a thin brush.
Sweat sheets are carefully applied to the glue. With a soft brush, carefully remove unnecessary parts of the sheet.
The thicker the brush with which we apply the glue, the thicker the sweat pattern will be.
Note! Particles of sweat sheets left over from decorating the countertop can be collected and reused in the form of a powder.
Painting in different colors
To begin with, the countertop is completely covered with one color. After drying, it is necessary to stick masking tape, creating a stencil for other colors from it.
With the help of a roller or brush, all other colors are applied one after the other. After that, the masking tape is removed.
On a colored background, you can draw or stick various pictures.
Finally, the table must be covered with two layers of clear varnish. This will add strength to the decor and protect it from external influences. Lacquer can be taken glossy or matte.
How to restore an old table with veneering, see the video:
Photo gallery
The old table, if it is still functional, easily turns into a new one. The result may even exceed your expectations, because the new table will be brighter, more original and, most importantly, positively charged with your creativity. Stock up on inspiration simple materials and go ahead, embody ideas!
Note before the start: in almost all cases, the table needs to be prepared for transformation. Wipe it with a sandpaper, clean it of dust and degrease with alcohol or special means.
Paint with stripes
Painting is one of the fastest and most effective techniques in furniture decor. To make it more interesting, we suggest making the table striped. Masking tape will help to get the job done smoothly: paint the table in the main color, and then stick strips of tape and apply a couple of layers of a different color. Peel off the tape - the effect is ready. Can be repeated many times to make stripes of different colors and widths. Do not forget to varnish everything for reliability. TIn the same way, you can create zigzags, for example.
Paint with slate paint
A table painted with special slate paint will be laconic black or dark green. But now you can leave notes and draw with crayons right on the table. How easy is it to play Board games where you have to record points! The table itself can serve as a field for tic-tac-toe or a gallows.
Paste over with a film
The film can also be not simple, but slate or even with the effect of white marker board. Over a table with a pattern of triangular pieces of film, as in the photo below, you will have to tinker longer, but the result will be very stylish!
Stripes with colored tape
A striped table can be made not only with the help of painting. Lines of decorative tape or electrical tape in different colors and patterns will make the table bright, shiny and elegant. This is perfect for a nursery or will add a touch of mischief to an adult interior.
tile
Ceramic tile or mosaic will make the countertop not only beautiful, but also very practical, because the tile is not afraid of moisture and is easy to clean. The principle is the same as with walls: tile adhesive plus grout. You can take a whole tile, or you can beat it for the effect of a Spanish mosaic. More ideas creativity from the remnants of tiles you will find.
Cover with book pages
Choose your favorite book and give it a second life: glue each page to the table with PVA glue. Several layers of varnish (preferably from a can) will make the surface smooth and ennoble the color. It's a good idea to take dictionary pages or sheet music.
romantic lace
A simple technique will help to make the tabletop more elegant - coloring through lace. To do this, you need to take a lace doily or tulle that you don’t mind ruining, put it on the table on top of the base coat of paint and apply a different color on top. It is better to use a sponge or spray paint so that the image does not smear from the movements of the roller.
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