Sanding for a Rustic Distressed Finish

To create a really rustic finish you need some rough sandpaper, and to sand before you wax. Select both a coarse and fine sandpaper to create variation in your finish. Choose where you …

How to DIY a Herringbone Wood Wall on a Budget

A herringbone wood wall is a great way to add texture and style to your home. I'm sharing a simple step-by-step tutorial to help you create your own herringbone accent wall for cheap. My …

12 of our favourite woodworking YouTube channels

Lots of cottage-friendly projects and step-by-step instruction, plus a fun and engaging host—there's a reason Steve Ramsey shows up on everyone's list of top …

How To Make Wood Look Rustic

Step by Step Instructions for Making Wood Look Rustic. Step 1 – Sand the surface and apply a coat of wood stain if needed; Step 2 – Apply the basic coat of chalk paint; Step 3 – Apply Clear …

The Perfect Rustic Paint Technique {with Video Tutorial}

Step 1: Sand & Stain. Lightly sand your piece to remove any rough spots. If you're working with a pre-finished piece of furniture, clean well to remove any dirt or oils that would …

How To Make New Wood Look Old & Rustic

Here are easy ways to distress new, store-bought wood to give it an aged, weathered, and rustic look for any building or furniture project.

How to Weather Wood for an Aged, Rustic Look

With any of these 5 easy DIY methods, you can weather new wood and add years of rustic charm in a weekend—or less!

How to Distress Wood & Furniture {8 EASY Techniques

Each one creates a little different look from gently weathered wood to rustic chippy paint. You can choose your favorite based on your project and the style you like. I have …

How to Make Easy Wood Slice Ornaments Two Ways

If you're looking to add some rustic farmhouse charm to your Christmas decor this year, these easy wood slice ornaments are for you! I'm giving you two different methods to …

16 Ways How To Distress Wood For Aged And Weathered …

Distressing wood can be done with just a few tools, like sandpaper of different grits or some paintbrushes. And best of all, it's pretty easy to do! In this post, I'll show you 16 ways …