Follow my blog with Bloglovin When we moved here, I loved all the character this house to add to offer. While I can appreciate stained wood, all that dark just isn't for me. So I had to decide how I wanted to lighten the space all while attempting to keep some of the original charm and texture. Paint is usually the answer so I decided to use paint to lighten the rooms. I started in the entry. The stair spindles got a makeover and I wanted to share a few hacks on how to paint stair spindles … [Read more...] about How to Paint Stair Spindles Without Removing Them
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How to Paint Dark Stained Wood Trim White
I told myself that when I finished the living room downstairs, I would take a break from painting and remodeling for a bit. Who was I kidding?! I can't sit still or keep from painting. The dining room remodel progress is coming along slowly due to other pressing projects that have to be completed. However, my main complaint when we moved to the farmhouse was how dark it was. Paint to the rescue. This is how to paint dark stained wood trim white the easy way. Before Painting Dark Stained Wood … [Read more...] about How to Paint Dark Stained Wood Trim White
Farmhouse Style Fireplace Mantel in 5 Easy Steps
When we moved into our 1908 farmhouse, I loved the charm so much. However, there was SO much dark wood. If you're someone who would never paint it, avert your eyes for I'm about to share how I lightened the space. I want to show you how I achieved a farmhouse style fireplace mantel in 5 easy steps! There are many architectural details in this house and it's one of the main reasons I wanted to move here. I saw the potential. But I'm a gal who loves paint and light and bright spaces. I decorated … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Style Fireplace Mantel in 5 Easy Steps
Weaber Weather Boards Planked Wall Installation DIY
This Post for Weaber Weather Boards Is Sponsored By The Home Depot all opinions and reviews are 100% my own. I announced on Instagram a few weeks ago that I was partnering with The Home Depot on a few projects and I am happy to finally reveal the Weaber Weather Boards Wall I have been working on! Head on over to The Home Depot's Blog to learn how to create your own amazing Weaber Weather Board wall! This project was so much fun to install and can be accomplished even on a beginner level. My … [Read more...] about Weaber Weather Boards Planked Wall Installation DIY
Shiplap Plank Wall DIY How to for Cheap
For years now I have day dreamed of having an old farmhouse with a shiplap plank wall. The wrap around porches, the character and history and the SHIPLAP. Don't get me wrong, I love our home and that we are making it ours, step by step. But often times it means getting creative. Something I don't usually mind and often times look forward to. We have to do remodels and updates in stages as time and money allow. Most improvements I have tackled myself. One of the most simple and inexpensive ways … [Read more...] about Shiplap Plank Wall DIY How to for Cheap