How to Faux Marbelize PVC Pipe

Marble is recognized as one of the most luxurious materials in home decorating all across the world. However, purchasing marble for your home can be extremely expensive, which is why creating a faux marbling finished is the ideal way to save money. With a little artistic skill, large PVC pipes can be painted to appear as marble columns.

80-grit sandpaper
Tan paint
Off white paint
Brown paint
Black paint
Bag of fabric scraps
Detail brush
Foam sponge brush

Instructions

- 1
  Rough up the PVC pipe surface with the 80-grit sandpaper. Sand the surface in a circular motion to create a rough exterior. The rough exterior will hold the paint better than a flat, shiny surface.
- 2
  Paint the PVC pipe surface off-white using the foam sponge brush. Dab the paint over the entire surface to create a natural stone texture. Allow paint to dry before continuing.
- 3
  Dab on tan paint with fabric scraps. Dab around the PVC pipes in a spontaneous pattern to create a more realistic look. Allow paint to dry before continuing.
- 4
  Dab on brown paint with fabric scraps. Dab around the PVC pipes in a spontaneous pattern to create a more realistic look. Allow paint to dry before continuing.
- 5
  Paint on black lines using the detail brush. Create lines that resemble tree branches for more detail.

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