Wooden picture frame

It’s easy to transform an old wooden picture frame using Resene Danska Teak Oil.

Ways with wood with Mark Rayner - Project 76

Difficulty level: Moderate

You will need: Clean cloths, old wooden picture frame, mineral turpentine for cleaning, brush, paintbrush, pliers, Resene Danska Teak Oil, rubber gloves, sandpaper.

To get the look: Mark painted the background wall with Resene SpaceCote Flat tinted to Resene Picton Blue.

Other ideas: For a paler effect, an old wooden picture frame can also be transformed using Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Step one
Remove the backing board and hanging device from the picture frame.

Step two
Carefully pull out any framing staples with pliers and remove the glass.

Step three
Remove any old framing tape from the back of the picture frame.

Step four
Sand the back of the picture frame to remove any old gum residue from the framing tape.

Step five
Carefully sand the front of the picture frame with a medium grade sandpaper. Wipe clean and then finish off with a fine grade sandpaper.