apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time

The two pieces redone were Midcentury era butterfly cabinets and matching nightstands that were painted differently in color:

Here’s how you can add a fresh face to doors or furniture pieces simply by repainting and adding a strip of wallpaper:

• To adhere the wallpaper or even decorative paper, I use spray adhesive.
  
• Then, holding the paper very taut I slide my hands along the paper from the center outwards to eliminate bubbles. You will want your hands to be very clean. 

In the past, I have used 2 methods for sealing the paper: One option is a light spray coat of polyurethane sealant, I test spray of the paper first to make sure I don’t make a mistake. Then, I usually apply two coats. Another method I like is to add a light coat of Modge Podge to the edges to thoroughly seal the paper. This must bed done lightly so that the paper will not pucker.

Above is a similar project using wallpaper and a desk to similar effect that Hilary also wanted to share to show this treatment can be used on different style and sized pieces. Fore more DIY inspiration, check our Hilary's website and shop Pink Pianos.