I trimmed down the first copy of the mural to size for the middle of the table to be sure the scale was going to work. I made sure to order two copies of the mural - one for the overall base design, and one I could cut shapes from for the layered pieces. It was also simple enough that I could select a few elements to cut out for my 3D layering technique. This image had the look I wanted and was already the general oval shape of my table. After extensive searching through many lovely images, I fell in love with the Apotheosis of Flora design by Limitless Walls. I wanted the table to feature a large painted image, in an old world style, and I thought a wallpaper mural would be the easiest way to accomplish that. It had rather ornate carving, so I used more Chalky Finish paint, this time in a near-black color called Carbon, to mute all that activity. This paint sticks to just about anything, making it the perfect product for basecoating the semi-slick surface on the table.Īs for the base of the table, I really just wanted it to disappear so that the top could be the focal point. I painted the entire table top with Ameericana Decor Chalky Finish paint in a simple white color called Everlasting. To prep the surface, I thoroughly clean the table with a degreaser and wiped it with a tack cloth to get it clean and dust-free before getting started on the paint. It was a bargain at a local estate sale and had just the right weight and shape for what I had in mind. I found the perfect size table for my dining room, with a large oval shape and made of sturdy oak. If you prefer step-by-step instructions, keep reading to see exactly how I created this old world style dining room table using a wallpaper mural, ornate trim, and lots of resin. If you can't see the video, try viewing it directly on YouTube.
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