Add interest to your floors with a hand painted canvas floor covering.
Canvas floor coverings are a traditional form of decorative floor treatment. They were popular in the 18th century, although people have used them throughout history. They are a durable option for covering a floor with an artistic design. You can use a decorated canvas to cover any hard floor treatment including hardwood, tile and concrete. While you can purchase a wide variety of canvas floor coverings from stores and artists, you can make your own as a creative and cost-saving do-it-yourself project.
Instructions
1. Place the canvas on a work surface. Paint both sides of the canvas with artist's gesso to create a clean white surface on which to paint. Allow the gesso to dry at least four hours between painting the first side and second side. Allow the gesso to dry at least 24 hours before continuing.
2. Paint a design onto one side of the canvas using acrylic paints and art paintbrushes. Once you are satisfied with the overall design, allow the paint to dry for at least 72 hours.
3. Apply two coats of polyurethane over the top of the painted design to seal it. Allow the polyurethane to dry at least four hours between coats or as directed on the specific sealant container.
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