How Do You Make Wall Art Out Of A Flea Market Bakers Rack?
Decorating on a budget can be fun when you use your imagination. Flea markets are a great source of unusual objects that you can turn into wall art. In addition, flea market finds are inexpensive and make decorating on a budget easy. Follow these steps to turn a bakers rack from the flea market into wall art. Set up a work area outside. Lay newspaper in the work area to protect your driveway, garage floor, or lawn. Disassemble the baker’s rack by removing the shelves and separating the two sides from the back of the baker’s rack. Wear gloves and eye protection, as you never know when small pieces of metal can fly in your direction. Sand rust spots, chips and gouge marks. Use a fine sandpaper for a smooth finish. Clean with a mild detergent to remove dirt, grime and sandpaper dust. Let baker’s rack dry for twenty minutes. Keep in mind, that if it’s a humid day, the baker’s rack will take longer to dry. Paint with an inexpensive spray paint designed for metal. Hang the finished pieces on
