How to Make a Dry Erase White Board Using a Picture Frame

Dry erase white boards are useful tools in office environments as well as around the house. Whether dry erase white boards are used in a home office or simply in a family room to track daily activities, they will quickly become something that you cannot live without. Although you can purchase a dry erase white board at any office supply store, you can make one for much cheaper.

Picture frame
White spray paint
Black, silver or gold spray paint
Glass cleaner
Lint-free cloth

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the backing from the frame, and then remove the picture inside the frame. Also remove the plastic or glass and set it aside in a safe location.
- 2
  Completely cover the cardboard backing of the frame with white spray paint to create the white finish for the dry erase white board.
- 3
  Allow to dry for several minutes and repeat with a second and third coat of spray paint, if needed.
- 4
  Spray paint the picture frame with a color that coordinates with your home.
- 5
  Allow to dry and repeat with a second coat.
- 6
  Allow the frame and backing to dry for several hours until they are dry to the touch. They should not feel sticky at all.
- 7
  Thoroughly clean both sides of the glass or plastic part of the picture frame using glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
- 8
  Re-assemble the picture frame, minus the picture, ensuring that the white backing is placed facing the front. The picture frame should now look like a dry erase white board.

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