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Bleaching Wood Tutorial
How to Bleach Wood: Bleaching will only work on bare wood, so you’ll need to strip and/or sand the wood down to its natural state first. Wear a mask and gloves and work in a well-ventilated area. Eye protection is also helpful Pour bleach in a glass container, dip the rag and wipe it on the wood evenly. Let dry and repeat as necessary. I usually do 3-6 coats for best results. For darker wood species you can also use bleach made specifically for wood. Once the wood is completely dry, wipe on a solution of half vinegar, half water to neutralize the wood before staining. Do not, I repeat, do not mix bleach and vinegar - this creates a toxic gas! Finally give your piece a quick sand since the wood grain will have raised a bit. Now you’re ready to finish however you want! I’ve tried
DIY Plaster Vase + Tips for Working With Plaster of Paris
Find out how to create your own high-end pottery pieces with this easy DIY plaster vase tutorial. Plus get my best tips for working with plaster of paris. Hint, it’s tricky! This post contains affiliate links. Please see my full disclosure policy for more details. This project is one of my favorite topics of the month! It’s part of my Thrifty Thursday series where I team up with some other talented bloggers to show you how to make more of your home for less. Be sure to c…
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