Posted by frenchicfinland Admin
If our social media feedback is anything to go by, all kinds of DIY guides and tips are being followed enthusiastically right now!
Creative furniture painting and DIY projects - does that sound familiar? Do you also follow skilled creators and admire their work?
Doing DIY projects isn't just fun and rewarding; it can also be a great way to clear your mind and cope better with everyday life.
In fact, using color, painting, and being creative can be great ways to improve your mental well-being.
As with all painters and DIY enthusiasts, you practice at first, and become a master through practice - practice makes perfect! You can get a head start, though, by reading our instructions and using beautifully self-leveling Frenchic paint.
Why start DIY projects and paint furniture?
There are many reasons why people start painting and creating DIY projects with furniture, mirror frames, bookshelves, children's beds, chairs, dressers, kitchen dining sets...
- You have a cherished piece of furniture that looks a little tired and needs some color.
- You want to try new, interesting techniques and give yourself a bit of a challenge.
- You want to create the crazy, unique piece of furniture you've been dreaming of for years, to brighten up everyday life at home. By combining several pieces of furniture and their parts, then painting the whole thing to match - you'll have a truly unique, perfectly fitting 'custom-made piece of furniture'.
- You want to recycle and save something old, transform it into something practical again, and put it back to everyday use.
- Maybe you've even considered starting a small side business!
Your motivation can be anything, but getting started may feel a little daunting. Luckily, you can just jump in and give your creativity room to flourish!
Inspiration for reusing and upcycling
You can paint, recycle, and upcycle almost anything. Do you have a bigger project in mind? For example, combining and painting Ikea-style furniture to create a media wall, or a large storage unit for the kitchen or bedroom?
What if you painted that jute rug to match your interior? You can do it with the Frenchic range!
Our FB group is full of our customers' amazing projects, photo series showing their work, and videos. You can also find tips in the group on creating mirrored wall panels and painting kitchen cabinets.
Would you like to learn how to create your own artistic furniture using the Decoupage technique? Our information hub has useful instructions for this technique too, and in the FB group you can ask skilled creators for more tips.
But if you'd like to start small, read this post first and check out the guides in our Knowledge Hub to get started!
Unique furniture is an especially inspiring place to start. When you really think about it, anything can become a statement piece for your home.
Treating wood is also easy, and it works well for home renovation, construction, and restoration projects.
Just look at this stylish log beam, which was once stained black!
Lightening without sanding is easy with the Frenchic wax & paint technique: it works wonders!
Supplies: Brown Frenchic wax, wax brush, and Creme de la Creme shade & paintbrush
Transfers
Don't worry if your painting skills aren't top-notch. You can still get creative! For example, after painting, use easy-to-apply transfers. They're a quick and easy way to add a touch of beauty and style - with detailed designs for your furniture.
You can find more wonderful examples of all these techniques by our customers in our FB group and on our Instagram account.
Waxing wood
You can also let the wood speak for itself: treat modern moldings and slats with brown Frenchic natural wax, as well as your antique furniture.
You can also choose from gray, clear, and white Frenchic waxes, with a suitable shade for every style!
Our Facebook group features great progress photos and photo series from renovation projects, along with helpful descriptions of how our customers completed their projects.
What's next?
Once you've practiced and started to master your painting skills, only your imagination is the limit! For example, you can turn a boring brown piece of furniture into a unique work of art with just paint and creativity.
Feeling inspired?
Whether you're a bold beginner or a timid first-timer, the possibilities are endless.
Start with a small project and try different painting techniques, or dive right in and create something completely new!
Find more inspiration in our Knowledge Hub and read our many blog posts, or visit your local retailer to find the best Frenchic products for your project.
Frenchic Finland on social media is full of wonderful ideas!
Follow your favorite Frenchic channel here and start planning!
