Beginners, come learn the tools and techniques used in a furniture makeover! Everything you should know about DIY refinishing furniture is inside here in this guide!
Repainting furniture is something that we avoid if possible. But when you repaint furniture or even paint over stain you need to use this furniture paint.
DIY colored wood stain for furniture. Have you ever wanted a colored stain but couldn’t find one at the store? This tutorial shows you how to make your own!
Your furniture already has a finish, so can you paint over the stain? Yes! Use this guide to keep tannins from bleeding through the new top coat.
How to stain wood.
Looking for the best paint for wood furniture? We've gathered the best wood paint for your next furniture painting project in our guide.
How to paint over stained wood that has a poly, laquer or oil based finished. These steps will help you prevent a disaster!
Want to learn how to make gorgeous and unique artwork on your wooden furniture? Click through for a full tutorial about shading with wood stain!
How to Faux Stain Furniture with Latex Paint If you want to stain a previously stained or painted furniture piece, check out this tutorial and video where I sho…
Staining wood is a great skill to have. It's an awesome way to upcycle old furniture or use pallet wood for projects. This post will show you the basics of staining pallets or any other wood, for that matter. If you have ever gone to a store intending to buy a stain/paint and you got
Staining wood DIY projects can be fun and rewarding - especially if you get all of your supplies ready and do research on how to tackle a project like this.
Using wood as a canvas for your acrylic paints can result in a gorgeous piece of art. However, it is crucial that you follow all the necessary measures to
I wanted to create a beautiful, woodsy, swirly table top to match a hanging quilt, and I wanted to try painting a picture using wood stain, but I ran into the f…
Want to stain a previously stained or painted furniture piece? Check out six easy shade options to apply paint that looks like stain!
Repainting furniture is something that we avoid if possible. But when you repaint furniture or even paint over stain you need to use this furniture paint.
Want to stain a previously stained or painted furniture piece? Check out six easy shade options to apply paint that looks like stain!
I wanted to create a beautiful, woodsy, swirly table top to match a hanging quilt, and I wanted to try painting a picture using wood stain, but I ran into the f…
Learn how to use acrylic paint to stain wood! This technique can add colorful flair and a new visual dimension to your crafty projects, furniture, and even walls and floors.
You with the paint brush - stop what you're doing! Are you making any of these mistakes when painting furniture? Learn and then work smarter.
Wooden decor makes up a large part of our home’s style. From furniture pieces to columns, fixtures, and baseboards - finished and stained woods can be found everywhere. Painting over finished wood allows you to preserve and freshen up older decor. Before you risk taking a paintbrush to your cherished family heirloom dresser, though, you […]
Here's how to remove wood stain so you can refinish your old wooden furniture. Step 1. Protect your area Step 3. Cover with Plastic Wrap Step 5...
Want to stain a previously stained or painted furniture piece? Check out six easy shade options to apply paint that looks like stain!
How to Paint Shou Sugi Ban: A few months ago, I made this wall hanging and the feedback was amazing. It is one of my most popular projects and everyone wanted to know what I used to add the colours. In this post, I will share how I coloured the Shou sugi ban and what produc…
An easy DIY tutorial for how to stain wood even if you’ve never applied wood stain. This article walks readers through how to stain a wood table.
Learn my foolproof way of getting gorgeous crisp lines when stenciling with vinyl stencils from your Cricut or Silhouette machine.
Looking to create beautiful wood stain art on your next project? This tutorial helps show you how to make amazing artwork on wood surfaces and furniture.
Hello there! A couple of people have asked about how I do this process. Here's a quick tutorial on two different projects so that you can see (hopefully) how…
The Best Paint Sealers for Wood (Side-by-Side Comparison) After blind-testing 8 top products, I've found the best clear coat for furniture (and the best chalk paint sealer) - and it's not wax! Don’t allow your project to be ruined by using the wrong sealer! Instead, protect it by applying the absolute best clear coat for
Here's how to remove wood stain so you can refinish your old wooden furniture. Step 1. Protect your area Step 3. Cover with Plastic Wrap Step 5...
Unicorn SPiT 3 Cool Techniques Safe super vibrantly colorful gel/paint wood stain that looks outstanding! Many people use multiple colors in one project. I call it Magic in a bottle! This article covers 3 techniques anyone can do. Step by Step Process Spit is not exactly paint so it works different. It is described as paint, a glaze, and a gel stain all in one. But it doesn't work like paint that you are used too. It blends like melted butter. And it is natural for some of the wood to show through on completion. There is also a bit on how to seal because that is important to not make a mistake on that part. It recommends oil sealer a water-based sealer will re-ignite the water based spit. A lot of people ask this because they don't like the way oil sealers yellow the look. In the video I explain how you can do it with water based with a few preparations ahead of time. When you first get it take a few moments to practice. Shake, first then Open those bottles and get too it. Don't wait and be afraid have fun and play with it! You will be upset you waited so long. 1st Technique - Part 1 This is an affiliate link but only because I have loved it so much: Get it here: Click to learn about or to shop Unicorn Spit **Subscribe to my Channel to get the latest art tutorial videos:** Click here to go to my Youtube Channel: theArt Chick Technique 2 and 3 About Spit Designed by Michelle Nicole out of the need for a non-toxic colorful gel stain that her elderly friends could use --- even if they couldn't hold a paintbrush --- and boom in Feb. of 2015 our beloved Unicorn SPiT™ was born! Michelle started making it in her house and later moved into full production that's why my bottles look different than current versions today. The first bottles (we affectionately call home brew) are held very dear to the members of the Unicorn group that have been here from the beginning. What a year of practice will get you: Click to see my largest project to date There is so much more to say about this Magic in a bottle. There is so many things that it can be used on. I will be writing more on this amazing product! This is just the beginning. #UnicornSpit #Colorwoodstain #DIY #Upcycle Look here for other art tutorials (Blog link at bottom) -- Like to Decoupage? Many have mixed the 2 for 1 project - I have graphics and other art elements too: The Art Chick Graphic and Design
Coffee makes a great stain for wood. It’s natural and easy to apply. It's a simple way for anyone to enhance the beauty of wood with a warm, caramel tone.
Doing the prep work before painting wood furniture is worth the extra steps. The last thing you want is a failed finish. Let me show you!
Knots bleed through paint. It's frustrating and it's unattractive. This is the surefire way to stop knots from bleeding through your painted DIY projects.
Unicorn SPiT 3 Cool Techniques Safe super vibrantly colorful gel/paint wood stain that looks outstanding! Many people use multiple colors in one project. I call it Magic in a bottle! This article covers 3 techniques anyone can do. Step by Step Process Spit is not exactly paint so it works different. It is described as paint, a glaze, and a gel stain all in one. But it doesn't work like paint that you are used too. It blends like melted butter. And it is natural for some of the wood to show through on completion. There is also a bit on how to seal because that is important to not make a mistake on that part. It recommends oil sealer a water-based sealer will re-ignite the water based spit. A lot of people ask this because they don't like the way oil sealers yellow the look. In the video I explain how you can do it with water based with a few preparations ahead of time. When you first get it take a few moments to practice. Shake, first then Open those bottles and get too it. Don't wait and be afraid have fun and play with it! You will be upset you waited so long. 1st Technique - Part 1 This is an affiliate link but only because I have loved it so much: Get it here: Click to learn about or to shop Unicorn Spit **Subscribe to my Channel to get the latest art tutorial videos:** Click here to go to my Youtube Channel: theArt Chick Technique 2 and 3 About Spit Designed by Michelle Nicole out of the need for a non-toxic colorful gel stain that her elderly friends could use --- even if they couldn't hold a paintbrush --- and boom in Feb. of 2015 our beloved Unicorn SPiT™ was born! Michelle started making it in her house and later moved into full production that's why my bottles look different than current versions today. The first bottles (we affectionately call home brew) are held very dear to the members of the Unicorn group that have been here from the beginning. What a year of practice will get you: Click to see my largest project to date There is so much more to say about this Magic in a bottle. There is so many things that it can be used on. I will be writing more on this amazing product! This is just the beginning. #UnicornSpit #Colorwoodstain #DIY #Upcycle Look here for other art tutorials (Blog link at bottom) -- Like to Decoupage? Many have mixed the 2 for 1 project - I have graphics and other art elements too: The Art Chick Graphic and Design
This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make colored wood stain in any color! It's simple and the possiblities are endless!
Polycrylic and polyurethane sound similar but are not the same. It’s important to know the differences, so you choose the right one for your wood projects.
Comparison of the top 5 types of paint for furniture with pros and cons to chalk paint, milk paint, acrylic paint, alkyd paint and wall paint.
~This post contains affiliate links~ Hello! I've been working on some painted wood orders lately, and wit...
How to Faux Stain Furniture with Latex Paint If you want to stain a previously stained or painted furniture piece, check out this tutorial and video where I sho…
Learn the difference between chalk paint and other paints, how to choose the right paint for your project, and what is the best paint for furniture.
An easy DIY tutorial for how to stain wood even if you’ve never applied wood stain. This article walks readers through how to stain a wood table.
Repainting furniture is something that we avoid if possible. But when you repaint furniture or even paint over stain you need to use this furniture paint.
Your furniture already has a finish, so can you paint over the stain? Yes! Use this guide to keep tannins from bleeding through the new top coat.
"How do I get rid of brush strokes?" That's one of the most common questions I get from readers and customers! Typically, as long as my finish is smooth, some light brush strokes don't bother
