Home & Decoration
The versatile wooden box
How about using wooden crates in your home decor? They can be turned into bookcases, your dog’s bed, a desk, a coffee table or a bedside stand. The options are many! Decorating with wooden crates is super versatile. With a little imagination, you can create various types of furniture which is creative and sustainable. The wood can be painted, stained or kept in its natural state, and will lend a rustic flavour to your home dÊcor.
Sandra Griffiths Plastic Artist
Decorating and recycling can go hand in hand; besides being very good for your purse, you will create unique pieces and add charm to your home. Material needed: Wooden crates, Sandpaper, Latex or acrylic paint and brushes, Wood glue, Screws and screwdriver, Metal wheels (optional)
Step by step: 1. Sand all crates so that the surfaces are smooth. 2. Depending on the desired finish, give it two or three coats of paint and allow to dry. For a better effect finish it with a coat of clear varnish. 3. Position the crates according to the desired effect and link them together with the wood glue, or use screws if greater stability is required. 4. To finish you can install castors or fix it to the wall. Have a go, use your creativity- the decor of your home will be unique!
foto: Natalya Cardoso
You will love it!
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