Barboursville, WV Studio
3012 Champion Dr
Barboursville, WV 25504
(304) 840-7305
barboursville@boardandbrush.com
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Are you looking for a night out with friends? Is your inner DIY itching for a fun new project without having to buy all your own supplies and make a mess at your house? Then BOOK A WORKSHOP at Board & Brush Creative Studio in Barboursville.
Barboursville, WV is one of the "Mountain State's" premier locations for living, shopping and dining! Barboursville is home to the famously successful Huntington Mall. Just down the road from the studio is Cabell County's newest retail shopping development, Tanyard Crossing. There, you can find Longhorn Steak House, Sheetz gas station, Aldi grocery store and even a Menards. Keep travelling west on US Route 60, and you'll find the historic Guyan Golf & Country Club. This establishment has been a landmark of the greater Huntington area since 1922. Barboursville and the surrounding Kanawha Valley region is full of fun-loving, creative types - who are always looking for innovative entertainment ideas!
Are you looking for a night out with friends? Is your inner DIY itching for a fun new project without having to buy all your own supplies and make a mess at your house? Then BOOK A WORKSHOP at Board & Brush Creative Studio in Barboursville.
Barboursville, WV is one of the "Mountain State's" premier locations for living, shopping and dining! Barboursville is home to the famously successful Huntington Mall. Just down the road from the studio is Cabell County's newest retail shopping development, Tanyard Crossing. There, you can find Longhorn Steak House, Sheetz gas station, Aldi grocery store and even a Menards. Keep travelling west on US Route 60, and you'll find the historic Guyan Golf & Country Club. This establishment has been a landmark of the greater Huntington area since 1922. Barboursville and the surrounding Kanawha Valley region is full of fun-loving, creative types - who are always looking for innovative entertainment ideas!
Board & Brush Barboursville is a licensed establishment.
Beer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.
Please note, BYOB is not permitted.
Upcoming Workshops
Pick Your Poison Workshop // HALF OFF DRINKS!
Frightening Friday Pick Your Project Workshop
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SIP & PAINT AT OUR WOOD SIGN WORKSHOPS
At Board & Brush in Barboursville, we marry the joy of wine and paint with the classic timelessness of wooden signs. Our instructor-led DIY wood sign workshops allow you to combine your creativity and willingness to learn new skills. We provide you with the instruction, materials and design for you to distress, sand, stain, paint, and customize your personalized piece of art!
HOW IT WORKS
1. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP
View our calendar above to find a date and time that works best for you and your friends and family (the more, the merrier!). You can also look for a workshop that features the type of project you’d like to create, like a PYP or specialty project. Then, you’ll browse our gallery of hundreds of designs to choose which one you’d like to create in your upcoming workshop!
2. ARRIVE EARLY!
Our workshops start on time, so you’ll want to arrive early to get settled! You can start thinking about the endless creative possibilities ahead, take photos with friends, and enjoy your favorite beverage (some studios are BYOB, while others sell alcohol, please check with your local studio about their policies).
3. GET YOUR DIY ON!
At your wood sign workshop, you’ll turn raw wood into a finished project fit for your home! You’ll be guided by our expert instructors throughout each step in the workshop - sanding, distressing, staining, painting your stencil, and waxing! You choose all your colors in person at the workshop! Our workshops are typically about 3 hours long.
4. DISPLAY YOUR NEW DÉCOR
When you leave our workshops, you’ll leave with a wood project that you’ll be proud to display in your home! We mean it when we say that no experience is necessary - our instructors are there to help turn you into a DIY expert. Now that your beautiful farmhouse-inspired project is complete, you’ll take it home to find the perfect spot to display it!
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HOST A PRIVATE EVENT WITH BOARD & BRUSH
Whether you're looking for a fun way to celebrate your birthday, a distinctive evening out with a group of friends, a bachelorette party, or a unique relationship-building outing for your employees, look to our DIY wood sign workshops in Barboursville. Our space is uniquely set up to provide a warm, welcoming environment that allows everyone to feel comfortable and excited to create their own custom piece of décor.
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Meet Board & Brush Barboursville Owner
Josh Ruby
Josh & Christy Ruby have always been passionate about entrepreneurship. Since 2004, they've owned BRAVO Live DJ, a DJ company that performs over 200 shows annually. Prior to this, Josh had a background in "corporate America," with roles including sales, management and even banking.
The Rubys heard about Board & Brush for the first time through a business broker who was assisting in the sale of the Barboursville studio. The previous owners had ample life changes in a very short period, and when they met Josh & Christy, they knew the studio would be in excellent hands! What Josh & Christy love most about Board & Brush is the opportunity to create fun and memorable experiences for their customers.
Josh & Christy were high-school sweethearts who met in 1992, married in 1996, and now have four children. Now that their kids are getting older, they are excited about bringing more entertainment opportunities to the entire "Mountain State”
Make Your Own Personalized Sign at Board & Brush Barboursville
Pick your preferred custom wood sign design, sign up for a DIY wood sign workshop that best works for you and your friends or family, and then show up for a fun, instructor led, hands-on experience.
Board & Brush Barboursville is in the Merritt Creek Farm shopping plaza, neighboring O‘Charley‘s Restaurant, GameStop, Starbucks, Home Depot, and Target.
Have any questions? Please feel free to contact us via phone or email. We are happy to help and would love to see you in our wood sign workshop very soon!
3012 Champion Dr
Barboursville, WV 25504
(304) 840-7305 |
barboursville@boardandbrush.com
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FAQs
What kind of paint do you use on wood signs? ›
Latex Paint – Interior based latex paint that you can find at any home improvement store in basically any color is usually the best kind of paint to use for painting DIY wood signs.
How do you make custom wood signs? ›One of the most important parts of the sign making process is that you're actually making a sign so
What tools do you need to make wood signs? ›So you'll need a miter saw and then the next tool you will need is a circular saw so a circular saw
How do you make a rustic wood sign? ›You want to cut one by two pieces of wood these are already stained the same length as the top. And
What do you use to seal wood signs? ›Polyurethane This oil based sealer is great to use over an oil based stain. It does have a tendency to yellow the paint a bit which makes it ideal for warm colors and rustic looking signs. Polycrylic This water based sealer works best over water based stain and any kind of paint.
Can you paint directly on wood? ›Oil, acrylic and mixed media paints can all be painted onto wood. But you must make sure you prepare your surface before you begin.
How do you put words on wood signs? ›Print onto Wood or Easy Ways to Transfer Words onto Wood - YouTube
How much does board and brush cost? ›We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a variety of paint and wood stain colors in the workshop. Cost for a workshop is $68 for adults and pre-registration is required. We look forward to seeing you soon!
How do you make wooden signs without stencils? ›How to Paint a Wood Sign | WITHOUT a Stencil - YouTube
What is the best wood for craft signs? ›- Water-proof plywood (Crezon board)
- Redwood (natural wood)
- Cedar wood (natural wood)
- HDU (high-density urethane) foam (wood substitute)
How do you make wooden welcome signs? ›
How to Make a Welcome Sign out of Wood - YouTube
What type of wood is used for porch signs? ›What type of wood should I use for a porch sign? Any kind of wood works. For my Fall Front Porch Sign, I used a scrap piece of cedar left over from our deck. It has a more rustic texture and appearance.
How do you make a homemade farmhouse sign? ›Making a Large Farmhouse Sign / DIY Tutorial and Tips - YouTube
How do you make a farmhouse sign frame? ›Farmhouse Sign Tutorial / How to Make Signs to Sell - YouTube
Should you seal both sides of wood? ›Not at all. In fact, all the evidence points the other way – that it doesn't make any difference whether the wood is finished on both sides or not. It will warp or not warp totally independent of how it's finished, because a finish only slows moisture exchange.
What paint to use on outdoor signs? ›The best paints for sign paining are enamel and vinyl paint. Both are water based, but vinyl paint contains vinyl plastic. It sticks to a variety of surfaces and soaks into the surface. Sign painting enamels are durable and have a gloss finish.
How do you make wood waterproof? ›There are three surefire ways to waterproof your wood for years to come. Use linseed or Tung oil to create a beautiful and protective hand-rubbed finish. Seal the wood with coating of polyurethane, varnish, or lacquer. Finish and waterproof wood simultaneously with a stain-sealant combo.
Do I need to seal wood before painting? ›Sealer protects wood materials and tends to be a glossy, non-absorbent substance that protects the wood surface by creating a barrier. Protect your wood panel by applying a sealant to it prior to painting. The natural chemicals that wood contains can break down a painting over time, but sealing protects wood from this.
What happens if you don't use primer on wood? ›What happens if you don't prime bare wood is not pretty. Similar to new drywall, raw wood soaks up paint like a sponge. As a result, your surface will look blotchy since pores in the woodwork unevenly absorb the paint. More importantly, the painted wood will likely peel in two or three years without primer.
What is the toughest paint for wood? ›Gloss paint is a very durable option that gives a high-sheen finish to the likes of doors, window frames and skirting boards. Satinwood paint is an increasingly popular choice over gloss due to its more mid-sheen finish and the fact that it tends to remain brighter longer than gloss.
What kind of paper do you use to transfer pictures to wood? ›
What kind of paper do you use to transfer pictures to wood? All you need is regular old waxed paper.
How do you transfer patterns from paper to wood? ›1) Draw the pattern in reverse, go over it in soft pencil, put the pattern pencil side down on the wood and rub the paper. The pencil pattern will transfer to the paper. 2) Lay the pattern on the wood over a sheet of carbon paper. Trace over the pattern, the carbon paper will transfer the pattern to the wood.
What kind of paint do they use at board and brush? ›The kits are designed to be “BYOP” – Bring Your Own Paint – but pre-packaged paints from Board & Brush are also available as a project add-on. If you provide your own, any craft or latex paint you have around the house will do.
Should you tip at board and brush? ›While our artists are not 'starving', they do appreciate knowing that you have enjoyed your experience at Brush & Cork and would very much appreciate any tip you deem appropriate! The tip jar is generally near where the wine table is set up.
What kind of stain is used at board and brush? ›Most Board and Brush Creative Studios use environmentally friendly low VOC stains. Our designer paints are odor free water based products.
How do you write names on wood? ›How to make a hand lettering wood sign - YouTube
How do you stencil on wood without bleeding? ›How to Paint a Vinyl Stencil on Wood Without Bleeds - YouTube
How do you stencil words on wood? ›3 Ways to Stencil a Wood Sign - YouTube
Can you make money selling wooden signs? ›Wooden signs are a huge money-making niche on Etsy and other online marketplaces.
What wood is most weather resistant? ›Naturally resistant woods that are commercially available include black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia), teak (Tectona grandis), ipe (Tabebuia spp.), California redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) and bald cypress (Taxodium distichum). These have the highest resistance to rot over time.
What type of plywood is used for outdoor signs? ›
MDO plywood is water-proof and weather-resistant. This plywood is often used for exterior signs. MDO plywood can be sawn, nailed, routed, shaped and drilled.
What size are welcome porch signs? ›The best size is between 3 1/2 feet and 6 feet. For a welcome sign a using 4 inch letters you need at least 36 inches and it is better to have some space at the top and bottom. The larger your porch and the longer your distance from the porch to the road the larger the sign should be.
How do you make a welcome home banner? ›DIY: Welcome Home Banner | Homecoming Banner - YouTube
How do you make a wedding welcome board? ›DIY SEE-THROUGH WEDDING WELCOME SIGN tutorial - YouTube
What do you need to make porch signs? ›- One (1) 8″ x 48″ x 1″ board – I used this board from Lowe's but you can get a longer board and cut it to size. ...
- 220 Grit Sand Paper.
- Paper towels or a rag to remove dust after sanding.
- Chalk Paint.
- Foam Brushes for Paint.
- Water-Based Polycrylic in Clear Matte.
- Paint Brush for Polycrylic.
Porch Boards are the new decor to style your home inside and out! We offer Above Boards and Porch Boards to help you decorate your porch, patio, mudroom, garage or anywhere in your home. Our boards are 100% Weatherproof, Indoor-Outdoor signs that are made in the USA!
What kind of paint do you use for outdoor signs? ›The best paints for sign paining are enamel and vinyl paint. Both are water based, but vinyl paint contains vinyl plastic. It sticks to a variety of surfaces and soaks into the surface. Sign painting enamels are durable and have a gloss finish.
Can you use acrylic paint on wood signs? ›You can use any type of acrylic you like for painting on wood. Take a look at our brilliant range of acrylic paints here if you are looking for some. Use a wide, flat paintbrush to apply the paint to the wood.
What is the best paint to use when stenciling on wood? ›Latex also may be the best paint for stenciling on wood surfaces. As with any surface you plan to stencil, make sure the wood is clean, so the paint will adhere properly. Nearly any surface works fine with latex paint with the exception of fabric.
How do you paint letters on wood signs? ›How to Paint a Wood Sign | WITHOUT a Stencil - YouTube
What wood is best for outdoor signs? ›
You may opt for different wood species for your signs. Yet most sign makers recommend Crezon plywood, cedarwood, and redwood for outdoor wood signs. As for indoor wood signs, you may opt for Plywood or pine wood.
How do you seal outdoor wood projects? ›How to Seal Wood Sign Projects Fast for Outdoor Use - YouTube
What kind of paint is used at board and brush? ›The kits are designed to be “BYOP” – Bring Your Own Paint – but pre-packaged paints from Board & Brush are also available as a project add-on. If you provide your own, any craft or latex paint you have around the house will do.
What do you use to seal acrylic paint on wood? ›PVA Glue. A PVA (polyvinyl acetate) glue product is a cheap and easy way to seal acrylic paint and some watered-down glue can be used as a pre-sealant as well. Mix one part water and one part glue and stir until it reaches a liquid consistency. Apply this to the wood surface with a brush.
How do you seal wood before painting? ›Priming Bare Wood
If you are deciding to paint bare wood, you should seal all knots (spot prime) with a shellac based primer. Shellac based primers are great for sealing wood knots and sap streaks. They do carry a pungent odour, but dry very quickly and will not let the knot bleed through the top (finish) coat.
A general rule is to apply at least two coats of sealer directly onto the raw wood to protect the wood. Then over these sealer layers when dry, apply primer to (1) enhance adhesion (2) return tooth to the surface, and (3) whiten the surface for optimizing paint colors applied over it.
How do you get crisp lines when stenciling? ›the SECRET TRICK to Crisp Paint Lines - YouTube
How do you keep paint from bleeding under stencil on wood? ›All you have to do is put a thin layer of Mod Podge over your stencils for wood before you paint! This hack on how to prevent stencil bleeding when you are making wood signs is going to change the way you make signs, am I right?
Do you let paint dry before removing stencil? ›It is best to remove the stencil while the paint is still wet. Don't wait for the paint to dry out. Doing this allows the paint to bond with the stencil which can cause some paint to peel off from your project.
How do you put words on wood signs? ›Print onto Wood or Easy Ways to Transfer Words onto Wood - YouTube
How do you paint wood signs without stencils? ›
You can use carbon paper and trace letters you've printed onto the wood and then trace it with a wood burning tool. Or you can trace the letters on wood with carbon paper and paint them in.” – Shealynn B. “You can always buy plastic stencils; check on Etsy or eBay.” – Cindy M.
How do you paint wooden letters without streaks? ›DIY Painted Wood Letters - Spray Paint or Brush | Craftcuts.com