ReDesign Décor Transfer are in-stock and can be bought individually on our website. There are only three steps to applying a transfer:
Before applying, make sure the area that you are adhering the transfer to is clean and free of any dust or debris. For best results, the surface you are using should be primed and even. To clean, take a try towel and dust/clean the whole area.
After cleaning, position the transfer where you would like to apply it. Remove the protective sheet from the backing and place it directly onto the surface. After sticking the transfer to the surface, use masking tape to secure the transfer to keep it in place. Using a transfer tool or an applicator of your choice, rub the transfer design onto the surface. Depending on the size and design of your transfer, you may have to rub the transfer with moderate force. When rubbing, be sure to an even force all over the design to release the transfer.
After rubbing your transfer onto the surface, gently remove the acetate protector sheet to reveal your transferred design. In some cases, there may be pieces that did not transfer. Not to worry, reposition the sheet back onto the surface and rub it again. After, gently remove the protector again and now it is time to show off your newly improved furniture!
To extend the life of your Redesign Décor Transfer, you may use a water-based sealer or a clear wax sealant; we recommend our Clear Country Chic Finish. Take a look at our Furniture Glaze Tutorial to find out how to use it.
Voila! You are done, and now have beautiful updated furniture!
Many of our transfers can be cut into smaller designs making them very versatile for all shapes and sizes of furniture. If you don’t see the design you’re looking for, contact us and we’ll do our best to get it in stock for you.
]]>If you think you aren’t cut out for “this type of thing”, don’t run away! This project only requires a paint brush and some Country Chic paint; you can do this! To get started, you will need a dresser (you can either use one of your own or can find them second hand) a paint brush, our Country Chic paint, and a piece of sanding paper. There are only two simple steps to upgrading this old dresser; sanding and painting:
Painting:
You are going to start by preparing the dresser for the paint. This will require you to remove all the hardware (this can easily be done with a screwdriver) and scrape off any adhesive that is stuck on the dresser. Next, you have the option of sanding the surface to help the paint adhere. This doesn’t need to be anything extraordinary, just a brief sanding to rough up the surface. You don’t want to rub off the stained color of the wood, as this will help with the distressed look.
Next you are going to go ahead with the dry brushing. This technique is very similar to regular painting, but rather with a very dry paint brush. I have attached a thorough tutorial here for further instructions. The paint we recommend is our one and only Country Chic Paint in Simplicity , or in any colour you would like. You will only need a 4oz jar, as dry brushing requires very little paint. The other important object is, obviously, the paintbrush, preferably one you don’t mind throwing away, as sometimes the paint dries into the brush during the process. The key with dry brushing it to put as little paint as possible on your brush; thus, meaning you can always add more, but it is difficult to take off once you have gone too far.
You are going to apply the paint in long brush strokes, working as quick as possible to ensure that the paint doesn’t become patchy. When dry brushing, you can choose to apply either a thick or thin coat of paint, depending on your preferences.
Sanding:
After the dresser has been painted and dried, you can choose to sand some of the paint away, causing a distressed look. Sanding away some of the paint will bring in the undertones of the previous color of the wood. Take a medium-grit sandpaper and sand areas that have too much paint, or maybe just the right amount depending on your preferences (hint: sanding parts of the furniture that naturally already have wear and tear (like the edges and corners) will add to the distressed look you are going for.
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Tada! You are done! To recap, this dresser should only take a few hours to paint and is one of the easiest budget friendly DIY’s you can do yourself! If you want, you can buy different hardware to put on the dresser after it’s painted. You can find accessories like these at home improvement stores, craft stores, or even Winners. Tag us in your masterpiece on Instagram @honeyhive.diy
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