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Hand Painted Floor Cloths - Walk on Art -

Tucson, Arizona

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Announcement Welcome to Bernsen Floor Cloths – ART for the FLOOR

Greetings from Tucson, Arizona! At Bernsen Floor Cloths, I, Marianne Bernsen, am dedicated to creating unique, durable canvas floor cloths that not only stand up against floor traffic but also double as striking wall hangings. Every piece I craft is hemmed and mitered for a polished finish, ensuring that it complements any space it occupies.

Inspiration and Techniques
My inspiration comes from a plethora of vibrant sources - the bold simplicity of Matisse, the dynamic forms of Sonya Delaunay, the groundbreaking approaches of the cubists, and the expressive colors of 1950s and 60s New York painters. From the hues of stained glass windows to the fascinating arrays found in art installations and vintage clothing stores, my art is a celebration of style, color, energy, and charm.

Using an array of materials including paints, chalk, metallic treatments, crayons, pens, pencils, and markers, I bring these floor cloths to life. Each canvas is treated with two coats of a water-based poly-varnish, ensuring durability and a finish that allows the texture and character of the canvas to shine through. Unlike traditional methods, I avoid the use of stencils and allow the canvas to remain unstretched, embracing its natural stiffness derived from gesso, paint, and polyurethane treatments.

Product and Care
All floor cloths are vacuum-safe, non-allergenic, and designed to soften and gain character over the years. They are shipped with a non-skid pad for floor use and clips for those who wish to use them as wall hangings. Clear care instructions are provided to ensure your floor cloth remains vibrant.

Connect and Explore
Discover more about my artistic journey and stay updated on new creations:

Follow on Instagram: @mariannebernsen
Like on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarianneBernsenArt
Visit my Etsy shop for unique handcrafted jewelry and more: www.etsy.com/shop/bernsenarts

Monthly Newsletter
Don’t miss out on the latest designs, exclusive offers, and artistic insights. Sign up for our monthly newsletter at www.bernsenarts.com.

Thank you for visiting Bernsen Floor Cloths. Here, every piece is a step towards transforming your space into a living gallery.

Marianne Bernsen
Tucson, Arizona

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Last updated on May 13, 2024

Welcome to Bernsen Floor Cloths – ART for the FLOOR

Greetings from Tucson, Arizona! At Bernsen Floor Cloths, I, Marianne Bernsen, am dedicated to creating unique, durable canvas floor cloths that not only stand up against floor traffic but also double as striking wall hangings. Every piece I craft is hemmed and mitered for a polished finish, ensuring that it complements any space it occupies.

Inspiration and Techniques
My inspiration comes from a plethora of vibrant sources - the bold simplicity of Matisse, the dynamic forms of Sonya Delaunay, the groundbreaking approaches of the cubists, and the expressive colors of 1950s and 60s New York painters. From the hues of stained glass windows to the fascinating arrays found in art installations and vintage clothing stores, my art is a celebration of style, color, energy, and charm.

Using an array of materials including paints, chalk, metallic treatments, crayons, pens, pencils, and markers, I bring these floor cloths to life. Each canvas is treated with two coats of a water-based poly-varnish, ensuring durability and a finish that allows the texture and character of the canvas to shine through. Unlike traditional methods, I avoid the use of stencils and allow the canvas to remain unstretched, embracing its natural stiffness derived from gesso, paint, and polyurethane treatments.

Product and Care
All floor cloths are vacuum-safe, non-allergenic, and designed to soften and gain character over the years. They are shipped with a non-skid pad for floor use and clips for those who wish to use them as wall hangings. Clear care instructions are provided to ensure your floor cloth remains vibrant.

Connect and Explore
Discover more about my artistic journey and stay updated on new creations:

Follow on Instagram: @mariannebernsen
Like on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarianneBernsenArt
Visit my Etsy shop for unique handcrafted jewelry and more: www.etsy.com/shop/bernsenarts

Monthly Newsletter
Don’t miss out on the latest designs, exclusive offers, and artistic insights. Sign up for our monthly newsletter at www.bernsenarts.com.

Thank you for visiting Bernsen Floor Cloths. Here, every piece is a step towards transforming your space into a living gallery.

Marianne Bernsen
Tucson, Arizona

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Leslie on Nov 25, 2021

5 out of 5 stars

The vendor kept me updated regarding the completion and expected ship date. The rug is even better when seen with your own eyes. The colors “pop” - I really like it.

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SOOO much color-canvas floorcloth-hand painted- 25 x 45- stripes of color on quality canvas. Non skid pad provided-ships anywhere .
Nancy Pace on Oct 23, 2021

5 out of 5 stars

Perfect in every way. Just as described. Extremely well packed for shipping.

Bright red canvas floorcloth: 25 x 40 inches. Red background, colorful inner circles, artist canvas, varnished canvas.

Bright red canvas floorcloth: 25 x 40 inches. Red background, colorful inner circles, artist canvas, varnished canvas.
mirandadalton on Oct 24, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

This rug is more vibrant and intricate in person. The bright reds, blues, and yellows make the room come alive, and the various colors really tie together all the unique pieces in my space. This floorcloth was an easy way to brighten my beige apartment.

32x58 canvas floorcloth -colorful traditional design-varnished-hemmed-mittered-lots of red-great in kitchen -easy to ship-floor art.

32x58 canvas floorcloth -colorful traditional design-varnished-hemmed-mittered-lots of red-great in kitchen -easy to ship-floor art.
toni on Sep 25, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Good communication, timely shipping and lovely rug

74x20 floorcloth on artist canvas.hand painted canvas floorcloth-varnish coated-hemmed and mitered-colorful circles on purple.Easy care.

74x20 floorcloth on artist canvas.hand painted canvas floorcloth-varnish coated-hemmed and mitered-colorful circles on purple.Easy care.
susan on Apr 26, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

I love it nice work

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lrfranks on Mar 14, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

This is a true work of art. At the moment I have it in my entryway, and it makes me smile every time I come home or leave. Thank you so, so much!

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colleen on May 9, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

This floorcloth is truly a piece of art! Beautiful!! Many thanks

25x47 BRIGHT COLORS, painted canvas rug, ,strips of bright colors, blues,yellows, red,white. Modern design,colorful floor art.

25x47 BRIGHT COLORS, painted canvas rug, ,strips of bright colors, blues,yellows, red,white. Modern design,colorful floor art.
Sheila on Oct 17, 2016

5 out of 5 stars

Love this handmade item. Bright vibrant colors with cool, unique design.

custom order listing - 32 x 72. 480.00 . Half down required -240.00

custom order listing - 32 x 72. 480.00 . Half down required -240.00
Judy on Sep 23, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

I am so pleased with this beautiful floor cloth. Thanks so much.

Pastel circles canvas floor cloth 23" x 58"

Pastel circles canvas floor cloth 23" x 58"
Sally on Jul 29, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

Love, love - love it!!! I find Marianne Bernsens' work to be colorful, creative and so interesting. Check out her Jewelry line too - it's all amazing!

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About BernsenFloorCloths

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On Etsy since 2014

marianne bernsen holding a new floorcloth.
Large red canvas floor cloth. 24 x 58 inches. Two coats of poly. Lots of color and pattern. Bernsen Floorcloths
My 12 foot long work table and many of my tools.
thanks, Matisse.

Bernsen Floor cloths - emphasis on color and pattern on protected canvas - one of a kind floor art.

I started making canvas floor cloths because I really do not
like framed art. I like fabric hangings, and collage hangings and generally unframed
art that hangs loosely on a wall. I love textiles.

So making a formal painting that gets matted and framed, had little appeal to me.
Since I love pattern and color and texture, I wanted to do art, just not formal mated and framed art! Making floor cloths seemed like a fine compromise.

Ironically, a lot of my clients end up hanging the canvas floor cloths.
Many see the floor cloths as mainly canvas paintings. However, they are meant to walk on, and are MADE to be walked on.

I started painting them in 1990, while living in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I had just rented a large studio in a former syrup factory that had a lot of walls and windows. (The syrup
dripped down through the ceiling in the summers.) I started doing collage work as
as well as the canvas floor cloths and the painted bead necklaces. (See my other
Etsy site showing my necklaces at https://www.etsy.com/shop/BernsenArts)
I liked working on large size canvas which I would hang on the wall while painting them. I do not stretch my canvas, but allowed the paint to iron out all the wrinkles. I still like the canvas to be unstretched and soft.

I mostly make canvas floorcloths to fit into smaller spaces, such as kitchens,
hallways, living rooms, etc. However, doing the large 9 by 12 foot canvas is
the most wonderful of sizes. I believe my look is best on large size
canvases.

I reside now in Tucson, Arizona, and still have a wonderful studio here. I make the
floor cloths on a 12-foot table, poly them, and hem and miter the finished piece.
I do the photography and with the help of my assistant, I do my promotional work.
I am a full-time artist and run my two Etsy sites, as well as do shows in California,
Washington, and here in Arizona.

I also offer classes in making canvas floor cloths. ( Message me for my Tucson
studio class schedule.) The classes are 6 hours, and you go home with a
finished floor cloth. (Lunch is served.)

I love being in my studio, which is large and sunny. My large tables and many
shelves, all my supplies and music and book CDs create just the atmosphere
that I need.

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Marianne Bernsen

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I have been creating canvas floor cloths since 1991. I call them "floor art" because they are a one-of-a-kind canvas painting that may be used on the floor. (Lots of people hang them as well.) Playing with color and pattern is what I love to do.

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