More than a fad, the use of ecological products is a responsible act. Whether on our plates, in our beauty products or even for cleaning products, there are alternative solutions that preserve the environment. Here are some tips that can help you renovate your furniture while staying green.
There is no need to break the bank to change the decor of your interior. If, over time, your furniture has lost its shine, there are simple and eco-friendly solutions that can bring it back up to date. In this regard, the trend is currently towards recovery, by following a few instructions, you can give new life to a piece of furniture belonging to your grandparents.
Furniture is generally made of wood, and in this category we find raw, waxed, varnished, stained or painted wood. The first step in the renovation is to strip the wood. This mainly concerns varnished wood and waxed wood.
Strippers are easily found on the market, for my part, I recommend bicarbonate which is a natural solution. Just sprinkle slightly moistened baking soda on the furniture and add white vinegar. After 10 minutes, rub the furniture and you're done. It also works with soda crystals mixed with water. Finish by sanding to remove any remaining traces of varnish or paint.
Once the stripping stage is complete, we can consider that the bulk of the work has been done. I would advise all the same before moving on to painting to seal any cracks and scratches in order to obtain a perfect result.
To do this, you just need to get filling wax made from natural pigments. After application, let the product dry. Once you have a smooth piece of furniture, you can move on to painting. Also for this step, it is easy to find natural paint available in several shades on the market.
I also discovered that you could concoct your own paint yourself. It can be made from clay or potatoes. Otherwise, it is also possible to use walnut husk or in other words, walnut maceration. Various colors can be obtained by adding natural pigments. To refine the result, do not forget to apply a layer of beeswax which will bring its shine to the furniture.
