Rust-Oleum Projects
Photo Ledges
Browse Projects
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Estimated Time
2 Hours
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Challenge Level
Intermediate
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Tools & Supplies:
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Varathane Wood Stain
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Varathane Polyurethane
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Old Sheets or Drop Cloth
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(2) 6' x 1" x 4" Pieces of Wood
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(1) 6' x 1" x 2" Piece of Wood
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Sandpaper: grit 400
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Tack Cloth
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Wall Anchors
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Brushes
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Drill
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Stud Finder
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Screws
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Brad Nailer
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Paper towels
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- Sand all the wood and remove dust from surface using the tack cloth.
- Spread out the old sheet or drop cloth and place the wood on it
- Stain the wood pieces. Remove excess stain with paper towels. Allow to dry.
- Apply polyurethane. Let dry. Sand. Remove dust. Repeat.
- Attach the 6' x 1" x 4" pieces of wood with screws to form L shape.
- Attach the 6' x 1" x 2" piece of wood to the horizontal piece of 6' x 1" x 4" with brad nailer, forming an edge so the photos won’t slide off once placed on the ledge.
- Find studs in wall and pre-drill through the back of 6' x 1" x 4" part of the ledge.
- Install wall anchors, and then hang the ledge on the wall anchors.
- Enjoy!