How to Decorate Wood Letters
Decorate wooden letters using stain or paint. Wooden letters come in a variety of sizes, from a half an inch to several inches tall. Use the letters to decorate a wall, label a room or as a gift. Staining wood gives the wood a natural look with a clean finish. Stain comes in various shades. Paint the letters to match a decorating scheme. For example, if you are making them for a child's room, match the letters to the room décor.
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Instructions
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Stain the Letters
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Lightly sand the wood letters.
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Dip the brush in the stain. Apply the stain on the front of the letter. Wipe off the stain with a rag. This removes the excess stain and helps prevent dark spots. Let it dry.
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Repeat on the backside.
Paint the Letters
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Lightly sand the letters.
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Use a paintbrush to apply sealant. Sealant keeps the paint from soaking into the wood, which causes uneven coloring. It also protects the wood from water damage.
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Use the paintbrush to paint the wood. Dry.
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Apply another coat, if necessary.
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Use smaller paintbrushes to add stripes, dots or other embellishments. Dry.
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Tips & Warnings
To make even stripes, apply tape to the wood before painting. Remove the tape when the paint is dry.
Wood stain and paint stains. Use with caution.
