Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Level Wall


I am a big believer in using what you have to decorate with because it makes your decor unique and personal and affordable!

After finding a few more wood levels at the thrift store last week to add to my collection, I decided it was time to actually use the levels for something other than dust collectors. 
Use Old Wood Levels for Wall Art
After adding tin to my wall space above my kitchen cupboards, I knew I needed SOMETHING above my French doors.It took me a bit to decide what I wanted on the wall. I didn't want a sign with words, I already have plenty of those. I didn't want typical art because that is a challenge to see above a door. Ding, ding, ding--the old, wood levels would be a perfect addition for the rustic, industrial, farmhouse look I am going for.
Use Old Wood Levels for Wall Art

I wanted something with some warmth (the wood), some height (4 rows worth achieved that, and something unique.
Use Old Wood Levels for Wall Art
I cleaned up the levels and then used Wise Owl's furniture salve on them to bring out the beauty of the wood. I love this stuff--works great on wood, leather, beards... If you can't find it locally, you can get it from my friend Tina HERE
Wise Owl Furniture Salve
I hung the levels using Command Adhesive Strips on the lightweight ones and nails for the heavier ones. You would think it would be easy to hang the levels level, but I couldn't always see the bubble and some of them are broken, but I think I got it right.
Use Old Wood Levels for Wall Art
I love how all of my DIY projects are coming together in my kitchen. See links below for the how-to's on these farmhouse kitchen ideas in the picture.
Use Old Wood Levels for Wall Art

Other fun, unexpected things to hang on a wall: architectural pieces--think chair parts, stair spindles, old books, empty frames, plates, wood bowls, wine bottles and/or corks, trivets, and any collection you love.

2 comments:

  1. Now that is different! I never would have thought of levels!

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  2. I wish I had your eye!!! I try my best to think of ways to repurpose things but I just don't have that foresight. At least I can be a voyeur and get ideas from you...LOL!!!

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