Quick and simple method of disguising a rain barrel.
Start to finish was less than hour. We used a light and dark green Krylon
Fushion paint.
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Select a cuting tool. |
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Find some interesting plant leaves to use, |
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Here are two we liked. |
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Wipe the barrel down with warm water or other cleaner. Paint will not stick to dirt very long. |
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We put our barrel on a tarp. We found working with it elevated was less stress on our back too. |
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Here are a few colors that Krylon Paint is available in. |
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Remember to wear eye safety around spray paints. The wind can blow it back on you. |
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We covered our hands with a plastic bag that the newspaper is delivered in. This pattern starts with verticle stripes like an old fashion barber pole. |
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Hold branch in place and spray a bit of paint. |
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Here's what you get with a light coat. |
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Mutipule passes around the barrel. |
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Lots more painting in random patterns. |
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Time for a new pattern to use. |
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Different plants make for greater visual interest. |
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Almost looks like crows feet. |
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Now to use a bit of a lighter color for contrast. |
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Here's what that looks like. |
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Finished barrel is dry in about 15 minutes. |
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