DIY IKEA Hack Project - Farmhouse Style Stool
Here is a diy Ikea hack on the BEKVAM step stool. I used a striped stain process, stencils and foil washi tape with upholstery pins. Hope you like it.
For this project:
I took out all of the pieces and made sure i had everything (nothing worse than driving four hours to find that your are missing a screw), We were all good.
I then used the painters tape to make my lines for the top and the step. Once it was taped off (Confession - I rarely measure) I took out the gel stain and applied it with a small chip brush by manufacturer guidelines, then wiped off the excess. While the stain was drying, I opened my paint sample. I started painting the supports and sides with the foam brush.
I seriously love taking the tape off and seeing my beautiful stripes. I love stripes. and polka dots and chevron. {Sigh} they all make me smile.
I used two coats of the red. It dried fast like a stain so was easy! Next, I stenciled my letters on. Once I got myself and the step stool back in order I completed the staining of the numbers. Then, I simply used a 120 grit sandpaper to 'erase' my mistake with the No.1 misplacement. No big deal.
To finish it all off I wrapped the metallic washi tape around the edges. Isn't it pretty? It took two rolls and since the packages were with random colors of metallic silver, gold, green and blue - I did have to buy a few packages. At 2 bucks, I am not complaining.
And then to add more of the industrial feel I nailed in some upholstery tacks to corner areas.
At first, I didn't think that the tacks were functional and that they were merely for decoration. However, it helps secure the tape- especially at the seems - in the long run. Not to mention, that sometimes a little bling really completes the look and feel of a piece!
I am so happy with the end result! What do you think? Can you believe that even with my oopsie daisy moments - it still took only about an hour? Below, you can see some of the details.
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You could cover the tape with Modge Podge to keep the tape in place. It would also prevent any tape from peeling off on the sides.
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I love this idea. I’m going to try doing my old Bombay chest using your idea.
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Any by chance I could watch a video on how u do it?? Pls
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