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One Room Challenge | Week 2


ONE ROOM CHALLENGE | WEEK two
Paint it Black (and Gold)



Okay this week was where I got all of my bases covered. I repainted the vanity…black. Oh I thought about painting the walls black, like so many of you mentioned in the comments. A black bath is so dramatic. BUT in this particular bath I didn’t have the chops. First of all it’s already so dark in here and second? I don’t feel like getting ready in a cave. It’s one thing if it’s a guest bath or a half bath, etc. But this is where biz gets done in the morning. All black in here would just not have worked. Sooo, I did the next best thing: white walls and black cabinetry, paired with our lovely and original cultured marble countertops and sink πŸ˜‰





I went with Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black in Semi Gloss, a true black, in their Emerald line. Very happy with the way it turned out. Huge thanks to Sherwin Williams for being one of the One Room Challenge’s lovely sponsors and giving me the paint to get this done.


a progress shot

the money shot

Next we tackled a bunch of little details, which, in the end add up to some major change:


 We updated the outlet and switch plates with still had their original facings from 1962. And actually we used some outlet faces that we found in a box in the garage, so they were FREE! Just waiting for someone to install them, brilliant.

 I updated this soap dispenser from having a polished nickel finish (along with some tarnishing), to a smooth brushed brass/gold. It looks so nice and clean again. I used my go-to gold spray paint that I already had a stash of in the garage. Easy update.

We also spray painted the toilet paper dispenser to match.

 And I also did the cabinetry pulls. Even though they had a brass finish already, the bright sheen of the polished knobs didn’t quite vibe with my plan.

Oh and one more thing? I updated the brass pulls on the vanity. Yep, the old ones were brass too, but they just were never quite right to me. I’m MUCH happier with the new ones. I also moved the position of the handles a bit higher on the drawer fronts. Voila!


before

after



What do you think? A good move, right? I definitely think so. Much more sleek and understated AND modern.


So my expenditure for this week? Not too bad!


paint c/o sherwin williams | $0
New cabinet pulls | $13.50
new faceplates for outlets | $0
gold spray paint | $0


Next week? I’ll be hanging the new mirror that I just received a few days ago. EXCITED! I’ve been drooling over that mirror for awhile. In fact I based my old, old blog header off of it. Pretty funny, huh? Kind of a full circle πŸ˜‰




While you’re at it, take a tour of all of the other One Room Challenge Rockstars!


ABBY M. INTERIORS

BECAUSE IT’S AWESOME 
BIJOU & BOHEME 
CALLING IT HOME 
CHEZ V
CHINOISERIE CHIC 
THE DECORISTA
DESIGN CRISIS 
DESIGN INDULGENCE 
DESIGN MANIFEST 
THE ENGLISH ROOM 
THE GLAM PAD 
LITTLE BLACK DOOR 
MIMOSA LANE 
MY NOTTING HILL 
THE PINK PAGODA 
SIMPLE DETAILS 
MY SWEET SAVANNAH 
VERANDAH HOUSE



Or take a look-see at all of my One Room Challenge Posts:


week 1 | The master bathroom
week 2 | paint it black (and gold)
WEEK 3 | MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL
WEEK 4 | ALL THE PRETTY ANTLERS
WEEK 5 | ALL ABOUT THE ART
WEEK 6 | THE GRAND FINALE

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Reader Interactions

65 thoughts on this post

  1. Abby M. Interiors says

    April 9, 2014 at 12:22 pm

    This looks beautiful, Reichel! I love how all the seemingly small details make a big impact. xx

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:29 pm

      Thanks Abby! It's hard to tell in pics, but it's so true!

  2. Julia | Pawleys Island Posh says

    April 9, 2014 at 12:31 pm

    This looks so great! Love the brass hardware big time!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:30 pm

      Thanks Julia! Go brass or go home, right? πŸ˜‰

  3. Christine Dovey says

    April 9, 2014 at 12:39 pm

    Those brass hex knobs make my heart skip a beat. This is looking fabulous!!!!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:30 pm

      Ahhh! Thanks Christine! Glad you approve πŸ™‚

  4. Linda {Calling it Home} says

    April 9, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    I can't believe that I was about to ask you where you found a god toilet paper holder…BRILLIANT! This looks amazing, and I agree with you on the huge change from a small detail like the switches.

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:31 pm

      Ha! That's too funny Linday πŸ™‚ Yep, gotta love gold spray paint!

  5. Jessie says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:35 pm

    Like Linda, I was about to ask you where you get the gold toilet paper holder. Your solution is so clever! Love all the beautiful changes you have made. Those brass details look super luxurious!

    Jessie
    http://www.mixandchic.com

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:32 pm

      Thanks Jessie. Yes! It definitely makes a huge impact πŸ™‚

  6. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    Reichel, I love a black vanity (I painted one of mine black too) especially with the gold hardware, what a difference!!!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:32 pm

      The black and gold/brass combo is the BEST! Thanks Lisa πŸ™‚

  7. pam {simple details} says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    Wow, what a difference, what would we do without our paint?!! Love the gold, and cant wait to see the mirror!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:33 pm

      I know…paint is definitely the easiest and cheapest way to make an impact! We just hung the mirror and it looks AWESOME. Can't wait to show everyone πŸ™‚

  8. My Notting Hill says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    That's a ton of progress. Love the vanity black.

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:34 pm

      Thank you! Me too, although it doesn't look like a huge difference in the pics, it really is gorgeous against the brass.

  9. House of Pemberley says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:53 pm

    Great job! I love, love, love black and brass and white. So chic! And I absolutely think you were right to not paint it black in there. In this case, function totally trumps form!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:37 pm

      Ah! Thanks for the confirmation on that. I do love a dark dramatic wall in a bath…but I just couldn't see it working in this space. Glad you agree!!! I wanted to so bad, but refrained πŸ˜‰

  10. Stacey {steward of design} says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    Looking great. Love black and gold.

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:37 pm

      Thanks Stacey!

  11. Krystine @ www.KrystineEdwards.com says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:14 pm

    spray paint sure does go a long way- LOVE the gold!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks Krystine! It makes it doesn't it? πŸ™‚

  12. kate@willowinteriors says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:14 pm

    That mirror is going to look phenomenal in there!!!! Love the black and gold everywhere! Well done!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:40 pm

      We just hung it and it DOES. LOVE it. Can't wait to show you πŸ™‚

  13. aquahausblog.com says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:55 pm

    Good choice on the black on the vanity rather than the walls. Looks rich and luxe. Love it.

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:41 pm

      Thank you, thank you for agreeing! It was a hard decision, but I definitely think this was the right way to go too πŸ™‚

  14. SHERRY HART says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:55 pm

    First of 13.50 is my kind of project and I am sorry to say that I have spent more….not that I wanted to though. Nothing prettier than black, white and brass!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:41 pm

      Ha ha ha! Yes, $13.50 is always my kind of project too πŸ˜‰

  15. Rebecca { MyDarlingHouse} says

    April 9, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    You can never go wrong with black and gold! Looks great! The outlets make a big difference too!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:42 pm

      Thanks Rebecca! Yes, subtle…but huge! lol

  16. Andrea says

    April 9, 2014 at 3:36 pm

    Wow, such improvement already!!! Black, white gold is such a classic combination! I love it!!

    XOXO,
    The Glam Pad

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:42 pm

      Thanks Andrea πŸ˜€

  17. Albertina M. Cisneros says

    April 9, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    I love it!! it looks so chic. I'm all about black and brass in my post today too. Great minds think alike.

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:43 pm

      Thank you! Ahhh! Can't wait to check it out. Haven't made the rounds yet, I'm a late riser πŸ˜‰ lol

  18. Shelley from MN says

    April 9, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    Love this! Inspiring for those of us living in a mid century ranch house. Can you share the name of your favorite gold paint?

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:48 pm

      Sure! The link is in the post above, but I use Rustoleum's Metallic Gold Spray Paint πŸ™‚ It's the green can.

  19. Vel Criste says

    April 9, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    I was wondering about that toilet paper dispenser you have!!! Looks great Reichel, now I'm thinking I should update mine since I have gold spray paint lying around the house too! Love the black as well!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      Thanks Vel! I definitely think the best transformation today was that TP holder! You should definitely give it a shot πŸ™‚

  20. Elisa of Fancy Free Me says

    April 9, 2014 at 4:35 pm

    It's amazing what a difference painting the hardware makes. It's super subtle but makes for the perfect statement. Good eye my dear!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:45 pm

      I know! Right? I have always loved the shape of those knobs, but the finish was killing me! lol

  21. Ashlina Kaposta says

    April 9, 2014 at 5:47 pm

    doesnt get much better than black and gold. looking perfect to me. xo

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:45 pm

      Thanks Ashlina! Yes, black and gold can never lead you astray! πŸ˜‰

  22. Kshiti Dave says

    April 9, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    Did you sand the cabinets before painting them?

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      Is it terrible to admit I didn't? lol. I fully admit I'm a lazy DIYer. Still they turned out fab in my opinion πŸ™‚

    • Kshiti Dave says

      April 10, 2014 at 5:26 pm

      Riechel- it looks fantastic
      Loves your DIY tips…keep them coming

  23. Kathysue says

    April 9, 2014 at 6:58 pm

    Wow Reichel this is a great example of what a little paint and good imagination can do for a room. Love a black and white bathroom!! Great job,
    Kathysue

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks Kathysue! BTW Your kitchen is looking gorgeous!

  24. erin williamson says

    April 9, 2014 at 7:06 pm

    I know this is a weird thing to geek out over, but the spray painted toilet paper dispenser looks like a million bucks. Good call!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      It's definitely Mr. Popular today πŸ˜‰

  25. Karen says

    April 9, 2014 at 7:07 pm

    Wow, this looks great. I love the black and white color combination. The rug is great too. Can't wait to see the mirror.
    Karen

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 9:28 pm

      Thanks Karen! Yes! Next week the mirror makes it's appearance πŸ™‚

  26. Beth Connolly says

    April 9, 2014 at 7:18 pm

    So much change for not much change/$$. Great job!

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 9:27 pm

      Thank you Beth! You know me! Always trying to get the biggest bang for my buck πŸ˜‰

  27. Karen at Home Sweet Hollywood says

    April 9, 2014 at 8:45 pm

    Love how you spray painted everything gold….looks fantastic! Very clever. Love what you're doing here πŸ™‚

    • Reichel Broussard says

      April 9, 2014 at 9:27 pm

      Thanks Karen! πŸ™‚

  28. Improvement List says

    April 9, 2014 at 11:27 pm

    Love the black and white combo with a touch of gold. While a dark room does look great, it also has to be the right space. I think you made the right call in the bathroom. Looking forward to seeing the mirror next week.

  29. LindaB says

    April 10, 2014 at 1:01 am

    This is so so pretty! What a great combination. I have always been afraid to paint cabinets…this is inspiring! Question, though…is your new outlet GFI? It is certainly better looking than the old one, but the outlet must be close to water? As a realtor, I see GFI outlets (or lack of!) mentioned on just about every home inspection.
    Be safe!

  30. Krista @ Goodwill Glam says

    April 10, 2014 at 1:17 am

    Love the black and white! You can't go wrong with a touch of gold!

    XO,
    Krista
    http://www.goodwillglam.com

  31. Tobe | BIA says

    April 10, 2014 at 2:00 am

    hotness. and – obviously – yes yes yes to gold everything.

  32. Casa Vilora Interiors says

    April 10, 2014 at 4:52 am

    It's looking great. I love the black and gold

  33. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    April 10, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    What a great difference the small details make. It is looking great!

  34. Lance Jackson says

    April 10, 2014 at 11:41 pm

    Love the black and gold! Gold spray paint is the best! I love the fact you sprayed all the details like the soap pump and toilet paper holder!!! Great looking! Stunning job! Lance @ Parker Kennedy

  35. Verandah House says

    April 14, 2014 at 12:59 am

    I agree black walls in a bathroom would be too heavy but I absolutely love the black cabinet with gold handles so clever and looks amazing!

  36. The Pink Pagoda says

    April 14, 2014 at 2:57 am

    I could NEVER have the bathroom I use all the time have black walls. Such a good call on white walls with black cabinets. It looks gorgeous! Plus the gold — LOVE!!

  37. Elise says

    June 19, 2016 at 8:56 am

    I’ve been wanting to spray paint my cabinet hardware gold as well. what brand of spray paint did you use? it looks amazing!

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