The Copper Elm

Prep work is a beast that most of us hate to tackle, and plenty of folks skip altogether. But if you want your beautiful paint job to last...prep work is a non negotiable. I don’t care what any paint brand tells you, you NEED to prep. (And yes, I am fully prepared to receive major backlash for saying this, and I don’t care...I’m unwavering when it comes to prep work. Period.) Depending on the condition of your furniture, your prep work can vary quite a bit. You might get away with 20 minutes of light cleaning or it might take a whole week of work. You need to assess your surface, come up with a game plan, and jump in.

A head to head matchup comparing Krylon's Looking Glass to Rust-Oleum's Mirror effects to create a faux mercury glass effect. Step by step instructions walking you through the super simple process of taking a plain piece of glass and transforming it into an aged mirrored piece!

If you've tried taping off straight lines, you know how frustrating it can be to have your paint bleed under your tape and destroy your design. I've got a simple, effective, and reliable technique to get flawless geometric designs or stripes every single time. Using the yellow Frog Tape, designed for delicate surfaces, Wise Owl One Hour Enamel, and a roller, I show how I got this crisp taped off design on the side of a dresser. Spruce up your furniture and take your painting adventures up a notch with high quality details!