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Packing Tape Marquetry from Johan Bruninx

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This unique collection of furniture uses brown, matte, packing tape to refinish damaged pieces of furniture. In his graduation show at Design Academy Eindhoven, Johan Bruninx used intricate patterns to completely reinvent abused furniture...

 
 

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Similar to marquetry, the tape takes the place of a thin veneer. By carefully covering the entire surface of the furniture, it becomes "new" again. This is an economical and crafty way to save damaged pieces. Via: dezeen.

Originally posted by Aaron on AT:NY.

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I love the look of this. Any DIY info?

posted by Lavren on January 31st 2008 at 3:41am
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So-
I totally love this idea...
Is it clear coated?- Otherwise there would be tape edges getting mucked up?

posted by Jet'set on February 1st 2008 at 10:31pm
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