How do you seal decoupage on furniture?

Simply glue your paper to the surface and then add either Decoupage glue or Mod Podge on top of it, as you would normally do to make Decoupage. After everything is dry simply add a Sealer to your decoupage to make it Waterproof. I usually use Gloss Varnish to make Decoupage Waterproof.

Can you decoupage over varnished wood?

Decoupage using varnish is water-proof, so it will resist spills and stains like any good piece of varnished wood. It will last for many years and perhaps become a family heirloom. Pieces done with Mod Podge and its equivalent are more of a ‘craft’ project and better for children to do as they are not made to last.

Should I varnish my decoupage?

Decoupage involves cutting out pictures or shapes from paper, gluing them to an object and then coating the pictures and the object with layers of varnish. Yes that right, you can decoupage anything, all you need it the right varnish or sealer to make it waterproof.

How do I get a smooth finish on decoupage?

You can get a smooth finish on your Decoupage by either using a sponge brush to carefully apply your Sealant or you can use a very fine Sandpaper and wet sand the surface of your Sealant after it has dried to make the finish extremely smooth.

What paper can I use for decoupage?

You can use almost any paper or light fabric material to cover your surface. Wrapping or origami papers are great because they’re decorative and a good weight. Other types of material for decoupage include: Wallpaper.

Can you use water-based varnish for decoupage?

If you plan to paint the wood, your choices are pretty straightforward. With Mod-Podge or other water-based decoupage medium, use (water-based) acrylic paints. With varnish or oil-based polyurethane, use oil paints.

Can you use magazines for decoupage?

You can do decoupage with vintage fabric, tissue paper, magazine clippings, paper napkins, wrapping paper, or any other decorative paper-like object. Magazine paper is thick enough not to tear as you apply the Mod Podge, and it’s also thin enough that it can easily stick to many surfaces.

How difficult is decoupage?

It is actually quite simple. If you can cut and paste, you already know most of the techniques involved. To get started with decoupage, you cut out pictures and glue them onto an object.

Is there a difference between decoupage and Mod Podge?

Decoupage crafts are a very specific form of crafting that dates back centuries! In its broadest meaning, the art of decoupage is essentially the art of decorating an object with cut outs. Mod Podge is one of many available decoupage glues, each with a different consistency and finish.

How do you professionally decoupage furniture?

Decoupage: the basic technique

1. Prepare surface. Once you have selected your item to decorate, make sure the surface of it is clean and dust free as the varnish magnifies any imperfections.
2. Cut out pictures. Select your pictures and cut them out.
3. Arrange the pictures.
4. Glue the pictures in place.
5. Varnish the pictures.