Crafty outlet wallplate #2

[dalbino83]

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switch plates

[spinningwheels]

Very cool! Do you cover the whole thing with epoxy to keep it from falling apart?

[dalbino83]

No. I use Mod Podge, which has the texture of Elmer's white glue. I paint it on with a sponge applicator and it dries clear. It keeps fingerprints and oil from sticking to the paper. Mod Podge comes in several finishes - gloss, matte, sparkle, glitter, etc. I use matte.

Mod Podge vs Epxoy embedding

[spinningwheels]

Really? Given that the epoxy is often used for bar tops and you have used it to embed things, I would have thought it would be better for this. Have you tried it?

[dalbino83]

No, since the sides of the outlet cover slant down, I figured I'd have trouble keeping it pooled on top while it solidifies, and if it leaked I might have trouble getting it to fit around the outlet. I used mosaic tile adhesive to glue down the keys and the watch gears - that should be strong enough to keep them in place.