Make a Desk with Comic Book Covers
Like many things, comic books can invade your life. And why not? The colorful graphic covers were designed to be eye catching. For many, they don't just represent what's in the book but are works of art.
But let's face it. Not all comic books are collector's items. If the pages are falling out, the cover is ripped or scuffed, or if you find a few dozen at a local thrift shop, these are not going to make you a millionaire down at the local comic shop. In that case, why not reinvigorate them and give them new life as a cover for an old desk.
Instructions
1. Obtain a desk. Use one you own or go to a thrift shop. Old metal desks work the best, but wooden desks can also be used. Avoid laminates if possible as all your hard work might peel away. Place the desk on a drop cloth inside a well-ventilated area.
2. Remove the comic book covers from the books. Discard the books or give them to an organization for kids. Map out how you want the covers to be arranged or stack them in order of precedence.
3. Apply paste to the backs of the covers using the 4-inch brush and attach them to the desk. Don't worry about drawer seams. Paste right over these. Ensure you do all four sides and the top of the desk. Allow to dry. Ensure that there are no raised edges and apply paste over the surface of the edges until transparent. Allow to dry once more.
4. Apply polyurethane following directions on the can, completely covering all covers. This will serve to protect the comic book covers and to reduce the chance of an edge coming loose. Use the entire can.
5. Cut the seams for the drawers with a putty knife and open them. If there are some raised edges, use paste and spray as triage.
