Face it, who doesn't love a D.I.Y. (do it yourself) project now and again? Especially when the project allows us to re purpose, "junk," we already have. Save a little cash, spare the landfill and breathe life into a tired piece of furniture. This month we tackle one of my personal favorites... the bookcase.Fess up. Do you own something similar to this?
Fear not, a tired, ugly bookcase can get a serious face lift for less than $50 bucks and a tiny bit of elbow grease. Begin by investing in quality paint, a good brush and take a chance on some COLOR!
Begin by painting the frame and shelves of the bookcase a neutral color. Try Benjamin Moore's Cloud White or Black Jack. Bring the bookcase to life by adding a punch of color to the inside back. Give Benjamin Moore's Yellow Highlighter or Grape Green a shot.
Family heirlooms are important, but don't worry if your Aunt Hilda's antique secretary isn't your cup of tea.
A little lacquer and new hardware will bring this piece to life (maybe just warn Aunt Hilda first...). Take a chance on Benjamin Moore's Florida Keys Blue complimented by Purple Hyacinth.
Now, puzzled by how to stage your new shelves? Stay tuned for the how to.
Best,Brooke Voss Design
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Brooke -
ReplyDeleteLove it! I have been doing a lot of DIY projects. My latest was refinishing two end tables for my place. Prior to that I gave an old lamp base a face lift and purchased a lampshade found on sale at the Pottery Barn.
My next project is to create more seating at my dining table turning it into a table for four as opposed to my current seating of two. My folks' have these classic old world style bar stools I am hoping to refinish a rich black/brown. I'll let you know how they turn out ...
You can definitely design/decorate on a budget!!
- Lindsay
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The furniture looked great in the rehabs. These furniture match with a perfect interior of your living room.
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