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painted porch rug [saving the best for last]

November 7, 2011 By Linda 52 Comments

Painted Porch Rug Tutorial – How to Paint a Rug on Your Porch
 
This is my final porch facelift post and between you and me, I’ve saved the best for last …
  
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 Painted Porch Rug Tutorial

 
After I painted and patched the front porch, I decided to create a diamond-patterned painted rug right on the landing.  So I taped it off …

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… and gave it two coats of a lightened version of the creamy yellow paint used on the railings and posts.
 
 
Once dry, I taped off inner and outer borders and painted them with a glossy black enamel.

 

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Then I pulled up the tape and found a colossal mess:  the porch is not a flat surface and the black bled into all the nooks and crevices.  A change in plans was called for in the tune of stripes on the outer border to help hide my mistake.
 
 
I spent two very long and frustrating hours trying to measure out diamonds.  I ended up with a giant ball of painter’s tape and a second change of plans in the tune of a checkerboard pattern.
 
 
The pictures of how I taped off the squares were lost when my laptop crashed yesterday.  But this hand-drawn layout was invaluable as I mapped out the squares. 
 
 
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The #1 squares were taped off and painted in with a lightened version of the green.  Once dry, the #2 squares were taped and painted.

 

As a final touch, I used a square stencil to add a black diamond detail.
 
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The jury is still out about whether I should add a coat of polyurethane.

 
 
In the end, we now have a one-of-a-kind, custom rug on our porch. You can’t see it from the sidewalk, but it makes me happy every time I walk up the steps.
 

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It’s like a secret surprise waiting for my guests …
 
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Sorry for the picture overload; I’m just so very proud of this project …

 

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Comments

  1. Melody Lane Designs says

    November 7, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    This is so Wonderful!!! Thank You for Sharing!

    Reply
  2. Jessica @ {The.Junk.Nest} says

    November 8, 2011 at 4:18 am

    I REALLY like this painted porch rug. It fits your porch perfectly and adds a ton of character. Your pictures turned out great also.

    Love love love! I give it a solid 10 🙂

    Jessica

    Reply
  3. Desiree Guy says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    LOVE, LOVE, supper cute!! love the color & design you did. Newest follower, great blog!

    Desiree
    http://www.CamelotArtCreations.blogspot.com

    Reply
  4. Reno and Reorganization says

    November 14, 2011 at 2:33 am

    Great idea!! I wonder how it would hold up on cement? Stop by my place anytime. I am a new follower.

    Reply
  5. Maggie says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:30 am

    I luv luv luv it, what kind of sealant is needed against scratches and peeling of the paint?
    Would luv for my readers to discover your blog, will you please join our weekly party at
    http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/11/thanksgiving-showcase-tutorial-with.html
    have a great crafting week!
    Maggie
    http://passionatelyartistic.com

    Reply
  6. Sara says

    November 15, 2011 at 12:32 am

    SO pretty!! Would LOVE it if you would link this project up at my turquoise lovin’ party!! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2011/11/turquoise-lovin-13.html

    Reply
  7. PⒿ @ $ € € ₦$ ₣®0₥... says

    November 15, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    Welcome to blogging Linda! This project is genius! To even think about doing it requires a very creative mind!

    I’m your newest follower. Please stop by and say hi.

    Reply
  8. Kelly @ Hooked on Home Decor says

    November 15, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    Vising from Home Stories link party. Love this project! Also love your blog – I’m following you now! I’m a native of the Chicago suburbs, now transplanted to the Philly area, so I’m especially fond of Chicago bloggers!

    Reply
  9. Marilyn says

    November 15, 2011 at 5:54 pm

    Super cute and pretty..Your blog is soo awesome..adorable and creative..Love it.I’m Marilyn..Stopping in and officially following ya with smiles.Hope you can stop in sometime..http://theartsygirlconnection.blogspot.com ..TY..Off to indulge a bit in your posts :)).

    Reply
  10. Small Holdings Farm says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    I am in love with your porch rug paint job…being a fan of paint myself….I am your newest follower. Please follow me back and get in on my driftwood sailboat give-a-way. Looking forward to hearing from you, Sherron
    http://smallholdings.blogspot.com

    Reply
  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    November 16, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    OMG, that was a lot of hard work and it turned out great. That is not a picture overload. I like pictures myself. Thanks for sharing at Wow.

    Reply
  12. gifts for men says

    November 18, 2011 at 11:19 am

    What a great looking piece, My furniture ‘s Old White is almost gone so I think I will mix it with various colurs and make it more attractive. Will be best looking with combo of white and lavender.

    Reply
  13. SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime says

    November 19, 2011 at 6:04 am

    Hi! I pinned this on Pinterest, posted on fb, tweeted on Twitter and stumbled on Stumble Upon. Thanks for linking up at the Creative Bloggers’ Party & Hop 🙂

    Reply
  14. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    November 20, 2011 at 12:45 am

    I don’t like it … I LOVE it! My front porch floor is painted too and I would love to add something like this … but how do you keep it clean? It’s so pretty I’d hate to step on it. 🙂 I’m now a follower.

    Reply
  15. Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust says

    November 20, 2011 at 5:17 am

    This is so adorable. I’m impressed!

    Warmly, Michelle

    Reply
  16. Denyse@Crazy Beautiful Life says

    November 21, 2011 at 12:26 am

    I’m a new follower and pinned your painted porch rug…just love it!! I’m also a new fb follower…I would love for you to stop by my blog…fb…pinterest or link up to my “Great Pinterest Finds” linky party @

    http://mydailyphotojourney.blogspot.com/2011/11/great-pinterest-finds.html

    Reply
  17. Heather @CommonplaceBeauty says

    November 23, 2011 at 4:40 am

    oh my goodness! What a labor of love!!! This is amazing…if I had a front porch, I’d be doing it tomorrow!! 🙂 following along now!

    Reply
  18. Bama Girl says

    November 23, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    I love that you are a diy person like me! I too, am now following you.

    Reply
  19. Kim says

    November 24, 2011 at 1:25 pm

    From one Jersey girl to another – you totally rocked out that front porch! Love it and love your blog. You have a friend (follower!) in me. You know what they say – you can take the girl out of Jersey, but you can’t take Jersey out of the girl!
    Happy Thanksgiving.
    xoxo,
    Kim

    Reply
  20. Diane Cayton-Hakey says

    November 24, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Well, this is just adorable and a great deal of thought and work went into it as well. The colors are perfect by the way. 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!!

    Reply
  21. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    November 24, 2011 at 3:34 pm

    Ha, Kim! You’ve got that right. I’m still drawn to shiny, sparkly things and continue to do my part in killing the ozone with my aerosol hairspray!

    Reply
  22. Meg and Mum's says

    November 25, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    LOVE this idea!! It’s looks fantastic! I’d love it if you’d link this up to my Saturday Splendour Party at http://www.megandmums.com 🙂

    Reply
  23. karah says

    November 30, 2011 at 12:34 pm

    I absolutely love this. It came out so great. Nice job!
    Karah @ thespacebetweenblog

    Reply
  24. Sharon @ mrshinesclass says

    December 13, 2011 at 2:37 am

    I love the colors and the design on the painted rug! It is just the perfect touch for your welcoming entry!

    Sharon @ mrshinesclass

    Reply
  25. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says

    January 3, 2012 at 4:11 am

    I’ll be featuring you tomorrow.
    Thank you so much for visiting my link party!

    Reply
  26. Kara at Petals to Picots says

    January 22, 2012 at 1:33 am

    What a great porch!! Thanks for sharing at my party. I can’t wait to see what you have next week.

    Reply
  27. Rebecca @ Time to Organize says

    February 21, 2012 at 3:54 pm

    What an awesome idea! This one is going on the list. Thanks!

    Reply
  28. Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says

    March 5, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    I have been wanting to do something like this to my front porch for a long time. I was thinking just painting diamond shapes but your painted rug is just so awesome, I want to try it too. My mind just doesn’t think logical when it comes to squares and marking the rug off so I am scared to start but it’s only paint right?? You should be very proud of your project. It should win an award. It’s just AWESOME

    Reply
  29. Leslie says

    March 12, 2012 at 4:36 am

    Great job! This is a great idea. I love your blog, btw.

    Reply
  30. judi says

    March 20, 2012 at 1:16 am

    this is such a great idea! i have been mulling over what to do with our back porch as the paint keeps wearing off and showing the 3 other colors we’ve painted it! i think i will paint a “runner” on it and seal it. it will be grand…just like yours.
    judi

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    March 23, 2012 at 9:28 pm

    One of the best ideas in Blogland!!!

    Eva

    Reply
  32. Jeanette says

    March 29, 2012 at 2:28 pm

    Love the many pics. You should be proud!

    Reply
  33. Lynn says

    April 1, 2012 at 7:09 pm

    What a great project! You should be proud. I can’t wait to try this in my upstairs hall. I’m thinking a soft yellow and gray. Thanks for a great tutorial.

    Reply
  34. balfourray says

    April 18, 2012 at 6:14 am

    What a great projects.I really like this idea.Thanx to share with us.I really try it.Such a inspirations idea.

    shop news

    Reply
  35. Carolyn says

    May 5, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    Love, love, love, love, love. Did I mention I love this?

    Reply
  36. Anonymous says

    May 6, 2012 at 12:39 am

    Great job!

    Reply
  37. Gr Gran Young says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:57 am

    I absolutely love this. I have a little concrete square (porch entry to a brick home) Ugly space…would love to do something similar but on concrete….suggestions
    ]

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    • Linda @ it all started with paint says

      May 14, 2012 at 1:23 am

      If you follow this link you’ll find some great advice on how to recreate on a concrete surface …

      http://www.hometalk.com/162658/painted-on-front-porch-rug?se=rep&tk=di8681

      And if you scroll down one of the readers included a link that is concrete specific about prepping the surface first with appropriate primer.

      Hope this helps!

      🙂

      Linda

      Reply
  38. Jamie Vigil says

    May 15, 2012 at 3:55 am

    Hi Linda! Thanks for stopping by and following my blog. I agree that paint makes all the difference. I love this painted rug. I’m going to try this somewhere around the house. If I do you’ll know that you were my inspiration:) Following back! Jamie
    wellnessandfamily.blogspot.com

    Reply
  39. Pamela says

    May 22, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    Linda I love it! Thanx for showing us all how to make our own painted rug and for partying at tHT!

    Reply
  40. Laurel Stephens says

    June 14, 2012 at 10:14 pm

    I’ve been reminded of your great front porch painted rug over at Southern Hospitality’s Summer Porch Party. (I’m sitting on my front porch looking at front porches. : ) I love this project of yours!

    Reply
  41. Braintree says

    July 23, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    Had to pin this one as a “must do” project for this year! Great work, Linda.

    Reply
  42. shashakidd says

    September 21, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    I am so going to do this on my front porch! Thank you for sharing this project.

    Reply
  43. Mary Kay White says

    July 5, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    I’m about to inherit my parent’s house which needs SEVERE attention both inside and out. I fully intend to paint the cement floors inside (they’re covered with 25+ year old carpet now) since I have yet to become rich OR famous, but (isn’t this ironic…) it never occurred to me to paint the back patio (there’s not much in the front). It’ll be a great way to bring some color to the desert background!

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    • Linda says

      July 9, 2014 at 4:30 pm

      That sounds like a fantastic idea!!! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  44. Cyndee Christman says

    July 24, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I love it! That is such a clever idea!!

    Reply
  45. Samantha says

    August 6, 2014 at 7:33 pm

    I love it….I wish I could do this to my front porch but it’s cement, I guess I could always try and if it doesn’t work just paint over it…..thank you for the inspiration.

    Reply
  46. Boston Porch says

    December 29, 2014 at 11:06 pm

    Great Job!

    There was no need to apologize for “picture overload” and you should be proud of your work.

    I am a porch contractor in Massachusetts and am guilty of taking too many pictures myself.

    Reply
  47. Patti says

    June 3, 2021 at 1:56 pm

    Was wondering what type of paint you used… exterior? Did you seal it? Or was it a special paint thst can withstand walking on it ? Thank you

    Reply

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