Well, I am finally happy to say that I am done with my guest bathroom and while I was not able to stick to the entire design board (below) I was still able to give it the look and feel that I wanted.

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The nicest upgrade we did was replace the countertops and I am super happy with how they came out. We went to a local granite shop and selected the quartzite I had in mu vision board above. It looks so good in person!!!

The name of the quartzite is called Fantasy Brown (even though it has a lot of gray and blue undertones) and it’s perfect if you want that coastal feel. Plus, it’s not as high-maintenance as granite… woo hoo!

I take you on a trip to the shop and show you how easily they were installed in the video below:

 Also, painting the cabinets was pretty easy and we used Sherwin Williams’s color Gibraltar – I love that deep gray blue. It’s stunning!

I have a previous tutorial on how to paint cabinets that you can check out, however, I have learned so many things since painting many more cabinets and built-ins that I finally figured out the best paints and practices that I prefer for the job and plan on sharing that information very soon.

I found some cute items for my bathroom as well like the bottles you see below. They are just like the ones from Grove Collaborative only much cheaper! 

You can buy your own set of them here. I bought 6 for a few bucks more than the price of one! SCORE!

 

GET a FREE Mrs. Meyer’s 5 Piece Cleaning Set here! 

I brought back some of my Dollar Tree DIY’s as well like the succulent wall art below.

The mirror and the lights aren’t my favorite, but they work for now so we kept them.

I did make a custom shower curtain as well since I couldn’t find the one on my vision board online – it was out of stock. But I ended up liking my version better.

I also ended up using a jute rug that I had somewhere else in my home that wasn’t really working and placed it in my bathroom and I think it was a perfect fit.

I was able to replicate the wooden shelf in my vision board. I made a slight change to it but I love how it turned out! I even share the full tutorial below in case you want to make one yourself.

Here is an up close shot…

It works perfectly above the toilet.

Finally, I added my last Look for Less DIY Artwork to the bathroom.

And I am so glad it’s done!!!!

Now my guests have a nice place to “go in” when they are over. LOL! And while it’s not the biggest overhaul since we didn’t tackle absolutely everything I think we made a huge impact with what we did do.

If you prefer the video walk-through check it out below.

Until next time!

 

 

 

Hey there! Can you believe this school year is almost to an end???? My kids keep counting down the days to the last day…. 9 more days, or wait… is it 8 now? I can’t recall, but I am sure my kids will tell me the minute they get home. LOL

Well, it seems I cannot get enough done around this house cause I am already planning my next room makeover. Since my great room is already done… I figured it was time to tackle the guest bathroom on our main floor since it is the one everyone uses when they come over.

Up till now we have only done our son’s bathroom…

So I thought it would be the perfect time to start so I joined 4 other amazing ladies on my Youtube channel to do the Room of the Month Challenge and give this a makeover during the month of May.

Today we are sharing our BEFORE pictures and believe me you, you will agree the bathroom is not so pretty.

As you can see we already took the mirror down, but those red mohagany stained cabinets and that seashell sink is nothing to brag about. I am sure they were great back then, but today, not so much.

At least the faucet is updated!

The cabinets have seen some wear over time and while I am not thrilled about the floors, I don’t have the budget to change them right now, so I at least am pleased that they are solid white.

Those green walls have got to go!

And we have already removed the tank of the toilet to prepare for painting. It’s s much easier to get behind it if you do this….

Now, one of the few things staying the same will be the cute little Dollar Tree Succulent Wall Planter’s that I DIY’d. I love them and I think they will go great with my the new updates…

So what are my new updates, you ask?

Here they are below!

Changes and items I hope to get for the transformation:

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• Gray Paint for Walls
• SW Gibraltar for the cabinets
• Glass Soap Dispenser
• New Bath Mat
• Rustic Wall Decor
• Quartzite Countertops
• Apothecary Jars for Decor
• Grass Greenery
• Ticking Stripe Farmhouse Inspired Shower Curtain

The faucet, the light fixture and mirror are not too bad so I will go ahead and save money there by not replacing them.

I hope to be able to find everything and if not, then I will most likely DIY some of these items, but I am really excited to start and can’t wait to share the final results!

 

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Hello again dear friends! If you have been following along you know I am in the beginning stages of giving my home that coastal farmhouse look I love so much. And I am so excited because I am about to transform another room in my house. I know, I must be nuts, cause I just finished my son’s farmhouse bathroom transformation.

I am really excited though because this time the transformation is for me! And yes, while I already gave “my” laundry room a facelift, at least in this room, I won’t have to work… I can actually rest and relax at the end of the day in it.

It was driving me nuts actually since we don’t do anything to a room until we paint the walls, cause I mean, think about it!? What’s the point in setting up all the furniture if you’re just going to have to move it again and paint the walls.

And of course while it sounds like decent reasoning, you end up sleeping on your mattress on the floor for longer than you want… ugh… and that is never fun.

Nope!

Not to mention you don’t want to show anyone a tour of your house! 🙈

But alas! I get my coastal farmhouse master bedroom, however, you need to see the BEFORE pictures.

Oh the horror!

 

I have been living inside these mustard yellow walls that remind me of the inside of our favorite local Mexican restaurant (which by the way has the best food!) and it’s hurting my eyes.

I wasn’t lying when I told you about sleeping on the floor… heck I was too lazy to put a cover on my duvet! Ha! 

The view below is what you see when you walk in.

And what is up with those cornice boards!?

There were just too many when we moved in and they left them all there! Like we were going to use them or something… I am happy to report, those are outta there!

Here is the other side (where I was standing). The double-doors is the entrance into the room and the right doorway is my closet.  The door all the way to the left is the entrance into the master bathroom.

 

This room is not as large as my last one, however, I actually like it that way because instead of having to have a sitting area and office area and entrance area like the last master bedroom we had, this will JUST be a master bedroom retreat.

So now for the plans…

The color on the walls has to go! I want a cool teal with grey undertones. And absolutely NO texture! And I plan on adding shiplap to the back focal wall.

Here is my vision…along with sources:

Coastal Farmhouse Master Bedroom

Pictured above:

Bed  | Bench | Rug | Lamp | Carved Art | Chair | Curtains | Small Recycled Glass Vase | Tall Recycled Glass Vase | Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant

Bed

The bed shown above is actually from Ashley Furniture. That was what our queen bed looked liked until we needed a King size one and found this similar one on Craigslist and gave it a makeover to match the rest of the furniture.

Bench – I have always wanted a bench at the foot of my bed. It will be great for storage and getting ready in the morning so I look forward to adding it to our bedroom.

Rug – I have been eyeing this rug FOREVER! It has this coastal blue pattern to it and it has that distressed look that gives it the farmhouse touch! I need a good size rug since I will be covering the yellow stain the original homeowners left behind on the carpet from the area rug they had in the room.

It won’t come out… we tried… with the best carpet cleaners in town… 

I’m using Wikibuy to track the price of it online to make sure I get the best deal!

FYI… If you have not used Wikibuy on your computer, check it out! It is a new Chrome extension that finds the best prices for you online. And the coolest part is that it shows you past prices of that product, so you can see if the price will likely drop back down in the future!

It’s actually a pretty cool tool and now that I have started using it I will continue to do so for the best deals!

Lamp – I purchased these lamps for our master in the last house and will be using them in this one as well. I love how they look!

Carved Art  – I also love how carved art looks and I hope to get a couple of pieces like this or perhaps a large one for above the bed.

Chair – I’m looking for an armchair as I have a small nook I think it would look nice in and the wicker gives the room more of the coastal feel. I just hope I can afford one since they are pretty pricey!

Curtains  – I plan on creating the feel that we are near the coast by adding simple sheer white curtains.

Small Recycled Glass Vase  – I love this kind of glass and already have a good size collection.

Tall Recycled Glass Vase 

Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant – I have a real fiddle leaf fig but it hasn’t grown much so I may resort to a faux plant like this one.

While not everything might be exactly the same when I actually transform the space (it all depends on the budget)  this is pretty much my end goal for my space.

I hope to keep it light and airy and not too feminine for the hubby. I cannot wait to start putting it together.

I hope you like the plans for my coastal farmhouse master bedroom. I cannot wait to share the progress and keep you posted on updates.

Also, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel so that you can actually watch the transformation videos and tours  just like I did with my son’s bathroom.

 

 

 

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Every year several bloggers and business owners join together for National Paint Week which is hosted by Sherwin Williams. This year I was honored to be a part of it and share a project for inspiration. For more information and inspiration go to the National Paint week official page here.

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Boy’s Farmhouse Bathroom Makeover Project:

This bathroom is for our young boy. The previous homeowners painted the walls dark, kept the original builder grade fixtures and wore the cabinets out over time. This bathroom was made over to create a farmhouse feel with masculine touches but kept light walls since the room has no natural light.

 

Supplies:

• FrogTape Multi-Surface Painter’s Tape
• American Line Pro Mini Roller Tray
• Contractor Series Microfiber Mini Rollers
• 2.5″ Angled Paint Brush
• Sanding Paper – 180 and 220 Grit
• Standard Paint Rollers
• Purdy Standard Paint Tray
• Purdy Standard Paint Tray Liner 

Paint:

• SW 9178 In the Navy – Emerald Satin
• Repose Gray SW 7015 Super Paint – Satin
• Multi-purpose latex primer
• Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel – Extra White in Semi-Gloss
• Special Walnut Minwax Wood Stain
• Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish – Satin

 

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You can also watch the video on this transformation here:

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Here is what the space looked like before…

It was pretty dark (ahem, 2 shades of brown…. in a bathroom…. need I say more?)

The light fixture was builder grade, along with the cabinet and pulls… and that poor cabinet had seen better days.

It definitely needed a facelift… STAT! 

Our budget did not include a new countertop, faucet or floors, but we figured since they were in decent shape, we would hold off and tackle everything else for now.

Here are the steps we took and what you can do to achieve a similar look:

Farmhouse Bathroom Makeover

Step 1:

Remove all items from the bathroom and clean everything thoroughly. This includes walls, cabinets, floors etc.

Step 2:  

Remove all doors and cabinet pulls from cabinets and remove light fixture if you wish to replace it as well.

 

Step 3:

Sand doors and cabinet to smooth any imperfections. We sanded the wainscoting on the walls to remove some of the excess paint and paint drips and we patched areas with spackling in order to create smooth walls.

Also, if there are areas around the bathtub or sink that need to be caulked, go ahead and do that now.

Step 4: 

Prime the walls, cabinets and wainscoting if applicable ( sooooooo much primer!). One coat is sufficient though.

 

 

Step 5: 

Paint the cabinet and doors with SW In the Navy in Satin. For this dark color we applied 4 coats (and in some places 5) for a smooth and even consistency. Let the paint dry completely in between coats.

It will look terrible at first because it is such a dark color, but don’t fret, the more coats the better it gets! Hang in there!

After coats:

 

 

Step 6:

While painting the cabinets, paint the wainscoting Extra White. We used semi-gloss to match the rest of the trim in the house and for easy cleaning, especially in a bathroom. Apply two coats making sure to let dry completely in between coats.

 

Tip: For the area behind the toilet, you can remove the toilet tank in order to make it more accessible and easier to paint.

Step 7:

Since the bathroom has no natural light and is small in size, we decided to keep the top portion of the wall neutral and light so we chose SW Repose Gray (again in Satin since this is a bathroom). Apply two coats.

 

Step 8:

Once the cabinet is completely dry, use Polycrylic in order to seal the paint and create a protective barrier for your cabinet. We applied 3 coats per the product recommendation.

See how the paint looks so different below? 

I prefer to use an angled brush when applying Polycrylic because I have found that rollers create bubbles on the surface. Work in long even strokes. You can also sand in between coats.

Step 9:

Once all is dry you can remove the painter’s tape, add new hardware on your cabinets and install your light fixture.

For an added touch, we decided to use wood to frame the mirror. We stained them with Special Walnut Stain. Be sure to seal with your preferred wax or Polycrylic since this is a high splash zone.

Step 10:

Cut them to fit your mirror and use liquid nails to install.

 

We added small L brackets on each corner that we spray-painted to add a more rustic look to the mirror.

Step 11:

Finally, clear out all supplies, clean the bathroom of any debris and add your accessories to your bathroom!

Now, so far this bathroom is pretty bare. We will be adding some custom shelves over the toilet and a new shower curtain with navy and white stripes…. (my son says the bathroom needs more blue).

I also plan on adding towel hooks and more accessories.

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But for now I am totally happy with how this bathroom looks! I will be sharing the next updates as well so stay tuned for that!

Any suggestions for what I should add? Let me know in the comments below!

 

 

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Hello! It has been a while since I posted a painting tutorial for you on the blog and I am really excited to share my latest transformation with you! This is a project I have been wanting to do for the longest time. I have been slowly incorporating farmhouse style into my home and I love the look of cement tile, however, it can get really pricey so I thought I should try stenciling a wall in order to get it to look like cement tile.

Related Post: How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets

Alright! So here are the details for the stenciled wall.

Project: How To Stencil A Wall and Add Floating Shelves

Time: 1 Week

Difficulty: Advanced

Supplies:

• Emerald Interior Paint
• Minwax Water-Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner
• Minwax Wood Finish Walnut
• Purdy Ultra Finish Roller
• Premium XL Polyester Tight Spots Brush
• American Line Pro Mini Roller Tray
• HANDy Paint Pail Liners
• Contractor Series Black Foam Mini Rollers
• Purdy Standard Paint Tray & Liner
• Stencil (I used the Marbella stencil)
• Painter’s Tape
• Drill
• Screws
• Gloves
• Cotton Rag
• Paper Plate
• Wood Glue
• Level
• Nails
• Nail Gun (or hammer)
• Pressure clamps (we like this kit)

 

• Paint Colors:
• For the Wall – Snowbound SW 7004
• For the Pattern – Requisite Gray SW 7023

 

STEP 1:

Always make sure to prep the walls! Start by taking off fixtures, plate covers, remove furniture, and clean/wash the walls down.

STEP 2:

Paint your wall the color of your choice. I wanted to make mine look like cement tile so, I used a soft white.

STEP 3:

Once you paint the wall and let it dry, you need to find the exact center (this can be done by diagonally measuring the wall and seeing where the 2 lines intersect or you can do it by finding the vertical and horizontal centers and matching them up – whichever you prefer.)

Place the center of the stencil on the center of the wall and tape it with Painter’s tape. Use a level to make sure it is straight.

Use a foam roller to apply the paint. Once a thin and small amount of paint is on the roller, use a paper plate to remove any excess paint.

Then, apply to the stencil.

My two favorite shops are here and here. 

Using the guides on your stencil, continue to paint the pattern on the wall.

Tip: You will need to clean your tile several times during the process as your paint will accumulate and cause the stencil openings to become smaller. The BEST cleaner for stencils is this product called Lift Off. Make sure you have some on hand when doing this. 

Save the borders for last. Make sure your edges are protected with painter’s tape.

Take your time. When doing the borders, tape the stencil to the wall on one side. Let the part of the stencil that goes over the edge stand freely and then press down on the stencil with your fingers while you paint to get as close to the border as possible.

Continue this throughout the entire border. Finally, touch up any areas with a small artist brush.

Related: How to Stencil Linoleum Floors

STEP 4:

Here is a list of wood for the shelves. We built two.

• Three 8’ x 12” boards
• One 2” x 4” ripped in half (you can use two 2” x 2” if you don’t have a table saw)

You will need to cut them down to these measurements:

The image below shows all the cuts for one shelf.

 

A – 2” x 4” ripped in half, 9 ¼” length (3 pieces)

B – 2” x 4” ripped in half, 46” in length (1piece)

C – One 8’ x 12” cut in half (2 pieces for top and bottom)

D – One 8’ x 12” cut in half and 3 1/8” height (1piece for the front plate)

E – 11 3/16” x 1 ½” wide (2 pieces for the side plates) You will have 9 pieces total.

STEP 5:

Create your wall support. Join the 3 A pieces and the 1 B piece to make an “E”. Use wood glue and nails. You can use pressure clamps to keep them together while the wood glue dries.

 

 

STEP 6:

Build the shelf: Use pieces C, D, and E to make a box. Attach them like the picture below.

Again, use wood glue and nails for a good seal.

Sand the exterior of the shelf.

 

Then apply your stain with a cotton rag. We chose Walnut.

 

Let your stain dry and seal with your preferred sealer.

Apply with a brush and let set.

STEP 7:

Once everything is dry, attach your support to the wall. Find your desired height and make sure to line up the center of the shelf to the center of the “center” tile on the wall.

 

Use a level to make sure the wall is even. Screw your support to your wall studs.

 

Tip: Make sure to pre-drill holes for your screws so that the wood doesn’t split.

Slide the box over your support and drill screws from the top into the supports  so that they stay put.

Again, be sure to pre-drill the holes.

 

 

Here is what the finished product looks like:

Finally decorate your shelves and enjoy your new accent wall!

 

Now I want to go and stencil more walls! How about you? Tell me what you think about the final result!

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Time: 2 Weeks

Difficulty: Advanced

Overview:

The foyer is the first thing your guests see when they enter your home and it is the first opportunity you have to create a welcoming atmosphere and showcase your style. If you feel that your foyer doesn’t do either, there are several things you can try to achieve the look you want.

 

Materials:

• Emerald Interior Paint – Flat Sheen
• Emerald Trim Enamel – Semi-Gloss Sheen
• Minwax Gel Stain
• Simple Green Ready-To-Use Surface Prep Cleaner
• Purdy Ultra Finish Roller
• Purdy Extension Pole
• Purdy Standard Paint Tray Liner
• ScotchBlue Pre-Taped Painter’s Plastic
• ScotchBlue Painters Tape
• 3M Pro Grade No-Slip Grip Advanced Sandpaper 180 GRIT – 1pk
• 3M Pro Grade No-Slip Grip Advanced Sandpaper 220 GRIT – 1pk
• Sherwin-Williams Shrink Free Spackling
• Xtend & Climb 15-1/2′ Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder
• Minwax Fast-Drying Polyurethane
• ProVal Semi-Oval Angle Brush
• Paint Thinner
• HANDy Paint Pail
• HANDy Paint Pail Liners
• Sponges (cleaning)
• Gloves (cleaning & staining)
• Drill
• Wood filler

 

Colors used:

• Repose Gray SW 7015 – walls
• Pussywillow SW 7643 – door
• Extra White SW 7006 – trim
• Walnut Stain – railings

As you saw in my previous post, our foyer was pretty dull and beige. I knew I wanted something more updated and a bit more elegant so here is what we did step by step in order to update our foyer. We kept it simple, but it still made a HUGE difference and I share our tips along the way.

STEP 1:

The first step is to decide which color you wish to use. If you have a 2-story foyer, the best thing to do is keep it a neutral color, this way you can change out accessories and colorful décor without having to repaint 2-story walls to change your look.

Purchase paint samples and apply them on your foyer walls to see how the colors look in your space.

Tip: Place the samples in different areas –in shade, direct sunlight etc. By doing this you can see what the colors look like in different types of lighting.

STEP 2:

Prepare the space for painting. Remove all furniture, wall décor and switch plates from walls. Use a drill if necessary. Fill in any holes or indentations in the walls with spackle and sand down with a fine grit sandpaper until smooth. Clean your walls, then add painter’s tape and drop clothes or plastic covers to protect your floors.

STEP 3:

Cut in trim and other areas first and then paint your walls. For 2-story foyers, use an expandable ladder that can be easily adjusted to the height of your ceiling in order to reach the top trim. Expandable painting poles are also great at allowing your roller to reach farther up on high walls.

Even if you are using paint with primer, always apply two coats of paint for an even finish. For high traffic areas, make sure to use a washable paint so that walls can be easily wiped down. I used Emerald Flat.

Tip: Paint an additional coat to the area surrounding light switches, since these areas get a lot of action and need to get wiped down more often due to fingerprints.

In addition, if your foyer has any unsightly but necessary features like large returns or doorbells, you can paint them the same color as the walls to minimize their appearance.

STEP 4:

To add a little bit of drama, paint the inside of the front door a color other than white. You can use this opportunity to use a bold color or you can simply use a color several shades darker than the wall color in order to add dimension.

Make sure to go with the grain of the door panels. You can also use painter’s tape to prevent from going against the grain in some areas.

Start with the recessed areas. Use a brush and paint in a clockwise motion to keep a consistent look.

Then, with a small roller, go over the vertical raised panels. After applying paint with a small roller, smooth over with a brush and remember to go with the grain.

Continue this process in small sections.

Repeat the process until the door is complete. Then apply a second coat using the same steps.

STEP 5:

Another way to update the look of your foyer is by changing the stair railing color. Oak is a popular builder’s grade finish and it is also found in older homes.

By applying gel stain in a darker shade, you can create a more custom and higher end look to your staircase without a ton of work.

First, you must clean and prep the railings. You will need to sand them down to remove the finish, if you get to bare wood that’s even better. To remove any clear coat remaining you can use Simple Green Ready-To-Use Surface Prep Cleaner and the coarse side of a dishwashing sponge.

Wipe them down with a damp cloth and let dry. Then tape up all surrounding areas and balusters.

Lay down plastic to protect carpet and wood.

Mix the gel stain very well with a stir stick; you will notice it is a thick and gelatinous consistency so stir until the lumps go away.

Make sure to wear gloves and apply the gel stain with an old soft cotton rag.

Tip: Apply baby powder all over your hands in order to prevent excessive sweating and be able to easily remove and put gloves back on. 

Make sure to move along with the grain of the wood when applying the gel stain and remove excess stain as you go. Work in long strokes in order to apply as evenly as possible.

Let dry per the instructions and apply second and third coats until you get the look you desire.

Finally apply a polyurethane coat to seal the gel stain and let it set.

Once dry remove all painter’s tape and protection.

STEP 6:

Lastly, in order to pull everything together and finish up the space, repaint all trim and molding. Make sure to touch up all corners and crevices and any areas that might have had bleed-over from any stain or wall paint.

STEP 7:

Bring back furnishings and décor to complete your transformation.

I love how the front door looks now with the darker color.

I added an area rug with the colors of both the front door and the entry cabinet to pull it together.

The stairs look so much better now (except for the carpet, but I must be patient, it will happen!)

It feels so fresh and airy now.

That hideous yellow doorbell is not as loud anymore since I painted it the same color as the walls. And I love how the french doors look. I still need to update the hardware, but it’s such an improvement already.

Next up is finding a light fixture I like, cause that one has to go!

And finally I need to add artwork to the walls.

If you like this, don’t forget to pin it on Pinterest!

Be back with more stuff soon!

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Hi there! As you know I have been working with Sherwin Williams this year in order to bring you some great inspiration on how to transform your home with the power of paint.

I have shared my kitchen makeover and already have my next project that I will be revealing for you tomorrow.

Okay, so you may already know, we purchased our home back in 2013 and by that time our home was almost 12 years old. It’s in a beautiful neighborhood where the homes all still have pretty good sized yards, but suffer from lots of beige walls and brass door handles. Slowly we have been trying to update it and give it more a personal touch… or simply put, just make it prettier!

It definitely needed some help! We had green bean walls in the kitchen! Who does that?

So anyways, I felt that the next project that would be perfect to transform would be my foyer. It’s a 2 story foyer that’s actually pretty narrow.

It has the ugliest shaggy dog carpet (that’s what I like to call it) that I wish to eventually replace. The stairs have oak finished railings which screams “my grandma lives here!”

I like the fact that it’s not completely closed off and you can see through and into the formal dining room, but the oak finish clashes with the darker furniture in the dining area.

Ugh! Do you see the shaggy dog??? 

To the right of it I have pretty french doors that lead into my office/craft/kids play room… The doors are pretty but boring.

And then here’s the view from the top landing. The brown tones are blinding and that light fixture is hideous. It doesn’t even light up because the light bulbs burned out and we have not been able to figure out how to replace them! Terrible I know… but that is on the to do list further down the road.

Baby steps, people! ?

The rest just leads to all of the bedrooms….

You can see all of my sample colors and my spackle work already up. 

So, for my color inspiration I went straight Fixer Upper style and used The Gormon House, Episode o1, Season 1 as the look I was going for.

While their hand railing was curved it was still that classic style very much like mine, however, theirs is dark giving it a more modern and formal feel.

I also like the gray the walls and how it is a cooler and lighter gray. Since my space is narrow I want it to feel larger.

I also wish to change the colors of the french doors to give it more interest and finally clean up all the old trim by giving it a fresh coat of paint.

Things are coming together beautifully and while there are many things I still wish to do to my foyer, I will have the first phase ready to share with you tomorrow! So stay tuned and I will be back in your inbox for the after pictures and step-by-step instructions!

 

 

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