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4 Great Ideas for Decorative Furniture Finishes

Allen Brown by Allen Brown
October 5, 2020
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Since your furniture speaks volumes of your personal taste, you must make sure that it is to your liking. Not only can decorative finishes bring out the beauty of your furniture, but they also totally change the vibe of your house. Picking out a finish can be somewhat challenging, though, considering the wide array of options you have. So, we have curated a list of the four best decorative finishes you can go for. Interested? Just keep on reading to know more.

  1. Lacquer Finishes

Do you have expensive wood furniture that you want to show off? In this case, a lacquer finish is a perfect choice. What is great about lacquer is that it is thin enough to protect wooden pieces without hiding their beauty. It also dries super quickly, so you do not have to keep your furniture out of the reach of your kids for long! If you are a fan of glossy finishes, then lacquer is right up your alley. On the flip side, a lacquer finish might not be what you are looking for if you favor durability, as it is not water or scratch resistant.

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  1. Varnish Finishes

A durable finish that comes with a myriad of options? Yes, we are talking about varnish, of course! With satin, glossy, and flat finishes to choose from and superb UV protection, it is not hard to see why many people go for varnish. More importantly, you do not need a professional to apply varnish, so consider it your next DIY project! Just know that varnish is a slow-drying finish, which is why applying it requires a lot of patience. 

  1. Ceramic Finishes

Ceramic coatings are usually used more for vehicles, but there is nothing stopping you from coating your furniture with ceramic! In fact, the experts from Desert Coating point out that ceramic can be the best option for homeowners who want to protect their outdoor furniture from UV damage. Not only that, but you can also apply a ceramic finish to your leather furniture to seal it, creating a water-resistant coating and prolonging its lifespan. Ceramic finishes are very glossy, though, so if you are into the whole matte craze, it is definitely not for you.

  1. Distressed Finishes

Abusing your furniture to make it look old may seem like a crazy idea, but there is a method to the madness! A distressed finish can give your furniture a to-die-for rustic look that will completely change the aesthetic of your house. To distress furniture yourself, use sandpaper and steel wool to reveal its old paint coat. Because you must protect your masterpiece from the elements, add a liquid polyurethane coating to seal the furniture.

Changing up the look and feel of your house every once in a while is very important, especially if you are the type that gets bored fast. When it comes to decorative furniture finishes, lacquer, distressed, varnish, and ceramic ones are all viable options. It all depends on the overall result you want to achieve, though. So, refer to the previous list to pick the one that suits your taste and needs.

Allen Brown

Allen Brown

The information contained in this article is for informational purposes only and is not in any way intended to substitute professional advice, medical care or advice from your doctor.

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