5-minute Statuary Figurine Makeover
A little rub n buff is all you need to give your concrete statuary a simple update! A fun and easy way to get a completely new look!
Rather than buying something new, why not reimagine something you already own?
I've had these cement looking bird statues for a few years, but never decorate
with them. I guess I just don't like the dull concrete look. I was about to
donate them, but decided to give them a simple makeover using rub n buff
instead.
Easy statuary update
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Here's how these bird figurines looked before their makeover. As you can see,
there's nothing wrong with them. I just didn't like the finish.
I could have painted the figures, but I decided to use some rub n buff to give
them a little more flair and interest. If you've never used rub n buff before,
you're in for a treat. It's a gilding wax that can totally transform nearly
anything in just minutes. A little dab goes a long way.
Rub n Buff: My favorite rub n buff color, and the one I reach for again and again, is the antique gold. I have the gold leaf color as well, but it was a little too bright and shiny for this application.
I have a
stiff craft brush
that I use for applying the rub n buff. You can also just use your finger or
paper towel. I didn't go for full coverage, just mostly hit the raised areas
with the gilding wax. I did go back and add a little more.
This process just takes minutes to apply the rub n buff. Then you use a soft
rag to buff the wax to set it and blend it a little.
Here's a look at the before and after. The gold rub n buff just makes these
little concrete birds look a little prettier!
My birds look a little more glamorous now with their gold accents! I have a
concrete style bust planter that I'm going to make over in the same way.
But if you think these bird figurines are cute now, just wait...
I made some mini glittered crowns for these bird statues that turned out so
cute! Be watching for that tutorial in the next few days!
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What a splendid idea. I have bird statues similar to yours that would look so cool using rub n buff. And can't wait to see your tutorial with the crowns. I am a total crown lover. Thanks again for sharing another great one.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, have fun giving your bird statutes their makeover!
DeleteI have concrete birds and I have Rub ‘n Buff and I will soon have some very cute and adorable decor. Thanks for the tip - who knew - another way to use Rub ‘n Buff. Love your blog.
ReplyDeleteOf course! It's a great little quick change up for so many things!
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