Beginner Project: DIY Wood Wall Art

Here at The Tub Connection, we post a plethora of DIY projects, but some of us are just not seasoned crafters, especially when it comes to wood working. Well, today you’re in luck because this is the perfect project to get your toes wet in the DIY world! You can get most of the cutting done at Home Depot and with a bit of paint and glue, you can create this beautiful wall art that is sure to spice up any space in your home.

Skill Level: Beginner/Novice
Time: 6 hours (including paint drying time)
Cost: $50 or less

Tools and Materials

Cull/scrap lumber or moulding
Plywood
Paint
Paint brush
Shims
Adhesive
Picture hanging kit

Step 1

Buy or repurpose pieces of scrap wood (around 20 to 25 pieces of varying width, length and thickness such as
moulding, flooring, hardwood, etc.). Paint the front and sides of each piece of wood a different color to match your
décor.

Let dry.

Measure your wall space and determine the size of wall art you want to hang. For the base, cut a piece of plywood
to your desired size. The Home Depot will even cut your purchased wood or moulding in-store for free!

Step 2

Arrange the wood pieces on the plywood base. You can vary their height with shims or extra wood. When you’re
happy with the design, take a picture so you know where to glue the pieces.

Next, use an adhesive like Liquid Nails to glue each piece to the base.

Work in rows, from the bottom up, and don’t use so much glue that you can see it from the front.

Let the glue dry completely. For faster work, use a hot glue gun.

Step 3

Frame your base by cutting four wood planks with a miter box and backsaw.

Stain it in a complementary shade.

Step 4

Touch-up the paint if needed, then attach a picture hanger and mount it on the wall.

Congratulations! You’re finished!

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