Paper Bag Floors
If you are in need of new flooring but don't have much money to spend (or even if you do) then this fits the bill! I created this floor out of brown paper, Elmers glue, stain, and polyurethane. It was easy to do (albeit time-consuming) and is very durable. This room is 10 X 12 and cost about $80, but future rooms will cost about $30 since I have plenty of leftover supplies. Click through to read the tutorial: https://wildfireinteriors.com/paper-bag-floors-a-tutorial/
DIY home decor using recycled paper
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Did this on walls once at an old residence. Didn't need but 2-3 coats of poly. Held up very well and was even washable. One note though - be absolutely sure that you get any air bubbles out when laying down your brown bag bits and make sure every tiny bit of the paper has the white glue/water mix on it. I used a large plastic spatula followed by a wood roller while it was still wet. Once this finish goes on - it's not coming off so be sure it's something you want. I've also done this on small wood box projects where I wanted a weathered leather look. Super easy to do on such small projects.
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How in the world did u think of this, lol ! Way kool. I'd love to try it, I'm going to try it, just have to figure on wat.
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What kind of glue, stain, poly do you use?
Was wondering if you could paint the brown paper, once dry glue it and poly coat. Wanted light gray look.
Could you use colored construction paper instead of paper bags