If you ever plan on washing your drop cloth be sure to prewash it before you paint it.
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The drop cloth is reusable which is great because all the shoes across it from our back.
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While the drop cloth is running you ll want to prep your workspace.
For this method you need to get a drop cloth that is double the size you want it to be width wise.
The size i used was a 6 9 feet i folded it in half so it is now 6 4 5 feet.
Drop cloths are sturdy fabric come in a basic neutral shade and are readily available for little money at the hardware store.
The only thing i had to buy was the actual painter s drop cloth rug itself.
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That way you can fold it down the middle resulting in a thicker rug.
If you re looking to make a larger area rug they also have a 9 x 12 cloth for only 18 47.
Drop cloths look remarkably similar to linen so you can get that relaxed coastal or rustic vibe for less.
Mar 8 2019 explore linda sue west s board drop cloth rug on pinterest.
I started by purchasing a 4 x 15 heavy canvas drop cloth from menard s for 14 57.
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They have a few different sizes available but since the rugs i wanted to make are more like runners the 4 foot wide drop cloth was perfect.
I ran my drop cloth through the drier twice to work out wrinkles.
This will prevent any shrinkage in future washes which will protect your design.
I lucked out and found a 5x5 canvas drop cloth with finished hems and a leak proof backing for just 8.