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Aged Barn Wood Board Tray

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Age wood to look like old barn wood then make a dual use tray from it!


It seems like everyone wants to know how to age wood to look like it just got pulled off the side of a barn! Most of us don’t have an old structure sitting on family farm land needing to be torn down! I sure don’t, but we can all make it look like we do! Follow the tutorial I have for you here on how to DIY age barn wood and then make the most adorable tray with it!

This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceidea

It’s good to remember that highly textured or grainy wood works best for this particular process. I like to save old fence boards for DIYs like this. Once you age your wood and add in that white layered look to one side of your board you will want a good way to show it off; I have a multi use tray coming for you right now! This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceidea

You will need to get some wooden candle holders at the craft store or order them online from the supply list below. I choose to stain my wooden candle holders, but you could paint them to match your decor if you choose. This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceidea

Next use some good wood glue or strong adhesive and attach the wooden candle holders to the non-white side of your board. Allow to dry.This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceidea

Viola – you’ve created a versatile aged barn wood tray. Use the barn wood side as a riser to display your favorite candle, flowers or tchotchkes.This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceidea

Flip it over and layer on some greenery from your yard with taper candles for a sweet and simple centerpiece or table decor. This dual use tray can be used all over your house!  This DIY aged barn wood decor idea is so simple. Make a dual use tray out of DIY barn wood for a festive candle riser or gorgeous rustic centerpiece. #barnwood #barnwooddecor #barnwoodproject #candleriser #centerpieceideaEnjoy this easy project and maybe make a few as gifts! Don’t forget to Pin this post for later. thanks friend. Here is the supply list.

DIY Aged Barnwood Tray Supply List

Rough wood

Plaster or this plaster

Wooden candle holders

Stain

Sealer 

Glue

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  1. Donna Leigh says

    April 6, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    I love your new vision and logo for your blog site! I love your ideas and how you incorporate Jesus in your workings! You’re fun and interesting. Thanks for share the word and your ideas. We are redeemed and what e perfect season for it. He is Risen!

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      April 6, 2019 at 5:35 PM

      Well thank you Donna, you are too kind! I appreciate you being here and the encouragement!

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  2. WT says

    October 14, 2020 at 1:01 PM

    What’s the best way to ‘age’ the ends of the cut barn board?

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      October 16, 2020 at 2:40 PM

      It’s hard to get that authentic look, sand it, possibly beat it up some with a hammer or such and finish it the same as the rest of the wood.

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