Author: Tara Lou Designs
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French Inspired Dresser
Furniture design is one of my favorite things to do. These French inspired dressers where so fun to re-design. I like to try and take current styles along with the style of the pieces. So these dresser I wanted to keep some what simple. Yet I wanted to put some of my own pazzas into…
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Lake Cottage Table Makeover
I knew I was going to do the top wood but I wanted to do a natural wood color. I have always wanted to do a table with all different color and style chairs. So instead I did two beachy colors for the chairs and a natural grey base.
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Slant Top Desk Makeover
Finding gems like this one in storage for FREE is what I live for. This slant top desk makeover was so fun to create.
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How to Remove Dents From Wood
Ironing out dents? Yes lets talk about how to remove dents from wood. Its more like steaming dents out of wood.
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How To Choose the Right Sandpaper Grit
Not all sandpaper is equal and today I am going to teach you how to choose the right sandpaper GRIT for the job.
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MCM Dresser Makeover
The sleek streamline style of MCM is one of the biggest draws of this style. I am in love this MCM dresser makeover!
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How to Repair a Lacquer Finish
Lacquer is an evaporative type finish which means that it cures by evaporating. This type of finish will also re-amalgamate into self, making is easier to repair.
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How to Tell Real Wood From Fake Wood
So what is a fake wood grain? Sometimes you will be surprised as to how well it can be disguised. I will show you some tips on how to spot a fake.
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Repair Furniture with Bondo
One of the best ways to fill large areas is with Bondo. Today I will show you how to repair furniture with Bondo. Yes, it is made for cars but it has been used by professionals for many years.
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Two Toned Furniture
As a close out of 2021 I want to share some of my favorite projects this year specializing in the two toned furniture.
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Veneer Patch
I often get asked how to do a veneer patch. Do you cut out the veneer to fit in the missing areas? Is the typical question. No I don’t its actually really easy and fun to do. It is easier to share this process through video so that’s just what I did for you.
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Ceruse Finish Using Grain Filler
Ceruse finishing is also called limed finishing. Cerusing is a technique used to highlight the detail of the grain on wood. This technique can be done on stained or painted wood. Today I am going to show you how to create a ceruse finish using grain filler.
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Antique Buffet Cabinet
This antique buffet cabinet refinishing was quite a project but turned out amazing.
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How To Get A Raw Wood Look
The Raw Wood look is a classic and clean look that is very appealing. I am going to share my secret on how to get this look with many of the honey color or 90s oak stained furniture.
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Updating Furniture with New Hardware
Updating furniture with handles can revive your furniture. New paint and hardware can drastically change the look of a piece of furniture. There are so many different handles that can bring out the type of style you are going for. Styles like, industrial, farmhouse, cottage, boho and more.
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