Materials:
iron gate (available at local salvage yards and antique stores)
stud finder
drill and large bit
4 large eyebolts
8 S-hooks for hanging gate
20 additional S-hooks for utensils
4 heavy-duty metal chain links in desired hanging length
rust primer
clear polyurethane
foam paintbrushes
heavy-duty metal scraper
small metal brush
steel wool
sandpaper for metal
Cleaning the GateSteps:
- Hose off any excess rust or flaking paint with a powerful stream of water and let dry.
- If gate is aesthetically pleasing at this point and no more excess paint will be chipped off, brush on rust primer and allow to dry (it will dry clear).
- Seal with clear polyurethane. It is important to seal the gate as any rust or paint may fall into food or dishes and may be harmful.
- If more rust and paint is to be removed, start by chipping off large chunks of paint with a scraper. Then use a wire brush, steel wool and sandpaper to completely strip the piece. Repeat steps 1 through 3.
- If it's to be painted, apply rust primer to prepare the surface and paint as desired.
Hanging the Gate Steps:
- Decide where to hang the gate (over a kitchen island or stove are common areas).
- Use a stud finder to locate anchor supports in the ceiling joists and mark with a pencil (the gate will be hung from its four corners).
- Drill pilot holes in ceiling and insert the four eyebolts securely by hand.
- Attach an S-hook to each eyebolt. Hang chain lengths from the hooks. Attach an S-hook to each corner of the iron gate and connect to hanging chains.
Resources Home File: A Realistic Decorating Guide for Real Life
by Christine Dimmick
This title is out of print. Please check with local used bookstores or public libraries.
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Website:
www.andrewsmcmeel.com
Guests Christine Dimmick
Author/Designer/Owner, The Good Home Company
Email:
goodhomeco@aol.com
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