We also made three different plank widths 8 10 and 12 to give the floor some variation.
Diy kraft paper flooring.
This unique brown paper floor technique has been pinned and viewed on youtube more than a million times and was even featured in an issue of cottages and bungalows it s a doable diy that anyone can do and results in a leather look flooring that lasts a surprisingly long time.
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I sure hope it is available somewhere.
We cut the paper into long length planks and short length planks that together would span our whole room.
I am using the kraft paper from home depot.
I was looking for an inexpensive alternative to carpeting or hardwood flooring.
I may tile over the kraft paper floor in the kitchen area but that s another instructable.
I have an open concept house so i m looking forward to a homogenous look.
I am going to finish putting on the kraft paper and see how i like it.
I love the paper.
So if you want to rip out your old carpet but don t have the money to install hardwood flooring and still want the warm look of wood tones this is an excellent alternative.
By using this simple technique you can give your floors a.
I m actually about to tear out the cheap laminate flooring installed over ugly vinyl flooring in the dining and kitchen area and complete kraft paper flooring throughout.
If i don t like it i will go looking for that plain wall paper on line cause i want this floor to last at least 10 years just like the old rv.
If you are looking for a diy flooring idea that has the look of real wood without the price try this diy faux wood flooring made with ordinary brown craft paper.