Decoupage furniture wallpaper or as a budget update old furniture?

You have decided to update the old set, or vice versa to give an antique look new? In both cases, you have to help the technique of "decoupage". This is a fairly well-known way to give new life to old things, and give them an unusual way. You may have seen examples of work in this style on the bottles, vases, plates. It is the most common option. But not everyone knows that it can be applied to furniture.

Features

Initially, this technique was used to decorate the smooth glass and ceramic products. Therefore, the use of it as a decoration of furniture has its own characteristics.

In general, the basic principles have not changed. Thus, it is the essence of the pattern transferred to the surface via napkins. In the original, use special wipes, regular paper or thin paper on which to print any image you liked. Its bit soaked, leans against the glass, coated with several layers of the solution (water with glue) was then allowed to dry and varnish. The general principle of such. Now about the changes.

For any headset instead of napkins used wallpaper. With that suit every type, and not for any subject fit this technique.

What kind of furniture can be decorated

There are several rules that must be followed in order not to get surprises in the process of production of decor. It is desirable that the furniture was:

1. lacquered or polished, because the paper is better to go to bed on a flat surface;
2. even, it is said that the decoration is not amenable to the entire article, but only some parts on the bends to form creases and empty space;
3. without damage, any chips, dents or other defects badly affect the appearance and durability of the decor.

In general, you can decorate any furniture, but not all of its parts, and it must meet the above criteria. Now we have to choose the right material, and get down to business.

What wallpaper to use

In today's market there is a huge variety of wallpapers: paper, non-woven, fabric, vinyl, self-adhesive, silk screen, and others. But not all are suitable for decoupage.

The first rule - the basis of a paper to be easily soaked, so the textile and silk screen, not to mention the liquid, fade into the background. The most commonly used conventional paper, vinyl, and adhesive wallpapers.

You can apply all of the canvas with the selected print and its individual parts. Experiment with small size, of course, easier. But if you decide to decorate the door of the closet, you have to work hard. Before you get started, select the appropriate type of equipment.

Kinds

There are several embodiments of decoupage. They vary depending on the used substrate.

1. Classical.
   

   Elements of classical cutout decoupage

It is used for any plane. This method relies on the original principles exerts a web with a pattern is covered with glue water, then varnish. Used mainly paper and vinyl base.

1. Art.
   

   Cover for a notebook, made in the art decoupage Art

Technique does not differ from the previous one. The only difference is that in this case, decoupage is part of an existing composition, and must be arranged under its laws.

1. Back.
   

   Decoration table top on the back side in the art of reverse decoupage allows her to put on anything, without fear of scratching the lacquer layer

Used for glass surfaces (cabinet doors). Operation is the same as in the original technique. In this case, the creation can not be varnished.

1. Dekopatch.
   

   Dekopatch - a good way to update old furniture, because the pieces of colorful paper able to close all the defects.

Style, similar to the patchwork. They have a thematic basis: to decorate the product is glued the various pieces of paper in random order., the method does not differ from the classical, will differ only appearance and materials.

1. Volume.
   

   Volumetric decoupage - the most interesting way of decorating

It has a admixture technology "trimming" - the creation of three-dimensional picture with the help of paper. It is more complex in execution, costly materials, is not suitable for each direction and the product.

We take as a basis for the classic version with the use of wallpaper, and consider the principles of performance.

We get down to business

Decoupage furniture wallpapered with his hands held in several stages. Each of them has its own importance and can not be missed.

Stage	Materials and tools	Result
selection of materials	Paper wallpaper, PVA glue	Pick up style performance, the base with the pleasant image, additional tools
surface preparation	Sandpaper, filler, solvent	Removed all traces of paint, the surface is smooth, treated filler and is ready for further decoration
measurements of the product	Roulette, stationery knife, pencil	Made measurements working plane, the material web is cut according to measurements of
Main part	Image, PVA glue, water roller	On the surface of the wallpaper applied, coated with a solution of water and adhesive razrovneny
We reveal varnish	Varnish for wood, brush	Dry drawing varnished

Now it is possible to analyze in detail the action plan.

Preparatory stage

At this stage, the main task - to choose the right kind of technology, your favorite wallpaper, prepare all the necessary materials. It is better to make a plan and write it, it will need in the future - it will not be distracted by the acquisition of the various parts, to quickly and accurately get the job done in the process.

It is also necessary to conduct measurements, and in accordance with the data obtained to cut a suitable amount of material. This is best done with the help of measuring instruments. Since the determination of the distance "by eye" can have significant errors.

Do not forget about the surface preparation for further work. It should be cleaned of dirt, paint residues, wipe with sandpaper and cover with putty. Having made these preliminary procedures, you will be easier to apply images and decoupage will have a great view, and last longer.

The main part and the final stage

In the direction of decoupage is dominated by the preparation procedures. If the correct approach to their implementation, the main part will take place quickly and easily. We have already selected the desired wallpaper, took measurements, prepared surface. Now it is small.

Attach a specially crafted image to the dressing area and flatten them. Do not rush to start fixing. Choose the most convenient location, remove wrinkles and roughness. Now we proceed to the overlap. Pre-Prepare a solution of water with an adhesive (the number of count about the basis of the area). Make sure the glue is completely melted and formed a homogeneous liquid. It is better to use warm water (not hot!).

Now gently with a brush, coat the whole picture with this solution. Here the work will be easier than with napkins as wallpaper denser, and will not stick to the original brush.

Apply several layers of solution as long as the material is a bit razmoknet and become pliable. Smooth the surface of the roller.

We are giving the product to dry, and proceed to the final stage. It now remains only to varnish our creation. Prior to this, be sure to make sure that the image is completely dry. Otherwise varnish will be applied badly, and later mold can form underneath.

What style will emphasize

Furniture, decorated in a way suitable for a limited number of styles. Because after this treatment, it will have a weathered look. Decoupage also often used with different techniques, which give the appearance of an old product. So, deliberately aged and worn creations will provence, vintage, retro, art deco.

Provence loves antiques, natural colors, various items of furniture and kitchen utensils. The latter can be decorated using the proposed technique. As the picture is better to choose rustic motifs: flowers, roosters, chickens, sun and grass image.

Vintage things - the very charm. Everything for interior use various boxes and pieces of furniture, processed using decoupage. To do this, use the colors in the image, romantic silhouettes, various floral motifs. Connect the twine, burlap, white paint, and a beautiful design for vintage style ready.

Any kind of decoupage furniture wallpaper is perfect for retro style. This trend will perfectly aged subjects, especially if it is done with exquisite technique. Here you can use different lines, print in the box, and other retro-motifs. Color is better to choose dark shades.

And so, with the help of decoupage, you can give old furniture a new life, to give a new image of the original, and create a new interior design.

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