How To Paint A Wool Rug

The sixth tip is to apply more than one coat of paint.

How to paint a wool rug.

Prior to that i had promised myself that i would just dye the sweater another colour but the painting on wool peeked my interest. This will make more of a contrast between the paint and the rug and a crisper finished product. Liquid fabric dye applied with a foam brush adds high end dimension and color to a plain wool rug. Before the paint dries have a partner follow behind with a steel wool pad dragging it lightly over the paint creating the faux fabric finishing touch.

Today i am sharing how i created a diy painted rug inspired by west elm for just 20. Once i finished painting the rug i let it dry completely. We used black dye for a chic modern look but opt for the color that best complements your space. You might think your rug is ready but go over the entire rug one more time.

Continue painting and dragging the steel wool pads until you feel the faux finish looks complete. This rug became my canvas to create my own design. Get a similar look for less with our diy painted rug project. I wanted the variations of different shades of red.

Why i painted my rug. I ve been wanting a burgundy rug for about a year now. I didn t want a solid red rug. Patterned rugs can be pricey.

The rug i painted is an indoor outdoor rug so it was stiff to begin with and the paint did not significantly change the texture. I am not sure how it would affect a soft rug. Once i mixed the paint and fabric medium i just applied the mixture with a sponge brush. Those reform rugs are so beautiful but also sso expensive.

I had originally planned to paint the rug i currently have in my office studio but after coming across a pattern i loved i realized i could get the same look with just a sharpie. Originally this was supposed to be a rug dyeing project but after finding out i would need to boil my 9 12 wool rug in a huge pot i realized i didn t have a pot big enough.