I love easy how-to projects, especially when the instructions are as clear as black and white. Reclaiming furniture is satisfying artistically, economically, and environmentally – not to mention, it builds “do-it-myselfing” confidence. All kinds of items to reclaim can be found on DiggersList like this chair, which can be transformed using the how-to instructions below. Have a look-see at today’s syndicated article and feel free to email us with your own reclaiming results-the best will be featured on an upcoming blog.
Originally posted 01.04.2010 by Craftynest.com
Before & after
Reclaimed dining chairs
Here’s what you’ll need:
Supplies
- black latex paint (I used Benjamin Moore Low Lustre Metal & Wood Enamel [363-4B])
- 1/2 yard of fabric (I used “Arboretum Toile Cinder” found at Calico Corners or Fabric.com)
- artist’s medium (I used Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish)
Tools
- screwdriver
- paint brushes
- drop cloth
- hand or electric sander
- fabric shears
- ballpoint pen
Here’s what you do:
