4. Victorian Carved Wood Armoire with Damask Wallpaper Backing
Introduction and What This Idea Means
An antique-inspired Victorian armoire serves as a standalone statement piece. By removing the back panel and replacing it with a flocked gothic damask wallpaper, you create an unexpected layer of pattern and historic depth behind your hanging garments.
How to Make It
Source or build a large, heavily carved dark oak armoire featuring intricate corbels and crown molding. Remove the interior backing board, apply a flocked black-on-charcoal damask wallpaper to the surface, and reinstall the backing. Stain the exterior wood in a deep espresso or ebony finish.
Tips
Seal the damask wallpaper with a matte clear coat if it is paper-based to prevent clothing friction from wearing down the flocked pattern.
Variations and Essentials
- Variations: Use a metallic gold damask wallpaper on a black background for a touch of regal Victorian luxury.
- Essentials: Carved wooden armoire, flocked damask wallpaper, wallpaper paste, dark wood stain, clear topcoat.