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D.I.Y.: Freshen Up Furniture With Wallpaper

100608_desk01.jpgWe spotted this neat Before & After of a standard secretary over at ferm LIVING's Clever Spaces blog. Check out how to make the most out of an old piece of furniture after the jump. Keep in mind that everything old can be new again.

 
 

100608_desk03.jpg1) Sand and prime the surface of the furniture.

2) Paint the surface. In this case, a white latex paint was used.

3) Change out the knobs with ones you love. (Flea markets are a great resource for vintage knobs and drawer accessories.)

4) Measure and cut the sections you'd like to cover with wallpaper. An adhesive like 3M Hi-Strength 90 spray will help secure the paper to the wood. (Quick tip - make sure you place the pattern in the right direction)

5) Finish the project by using a finishing spray and allow the furniture piece to air dry.

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[Images via ferm LIVING Clever Spaces.]


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That's an amazing transformation...

posted by bepsf on October 6th 2008 at 8:45am
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i'm a total addict of this kind of renovation. if there's a website devoted to this kind of transformation, please point me to it!

posted by *heather leaf* on October 6th 2008 at 8:50am
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Looks great!

posted by pbblythe on October 6th 2008 at 8:50am
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this is awesome!

posted by rstrtz on October 6th 2008 at 8:54am
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very pretty!..inspiring!.

posted by keeks on October 6th 2008 at 9:33am
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I did something similar with an old dresser I found. It's a fun way to use small amounts of cool wallpaper from thrift stores or flea markets - or a really fabulous wallpaper that would break the bank used on a full wall. Love the one used in this example.

posted by whytephoenix on October 6th 2008 at 9:34am
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Lovely!!!

posted by danze on October 6th 2008 at 9:49am
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Great work but I'd prefere the "before" secretary.

posted by Reni on October 6th 2008 at 10:17am
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that is EXACTLY the desk I need!

posted by mcq on October 6th 2008 at 11:38am
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lovely. compliment!

posted by maike on October 6th 2008 at 12:13pm
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