WEEK 2 | PAINT IT BLACK (AND GOLD)
Luxe Living for Less
WEEK 2 | PAINT IT BLACK (AND GOLD)
mirror* | $179.40
toilet seat** | $76
towels (2) | $50
WEEK 1 | THE MASTER BATHROOM
WEEK 2 | PAINT IT BLACK (AND GOLD)
WEEK 6 | THE GRAND FINALE
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 😉
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.
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 😉
While you’re at it, take a tour of all of the other One Room Challenge Rockstars!
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
bathroom when we moved in |
Eddie Ross |
Barrie Benson |
Matchbook |
Lonny |
Domino |
Lonny |
The color theme will be black and white (what else?) with brass. I love a touch of vintage which helps add uniqueness to any space. And don’t forget a graphic and contrasty pattern to make a statement. I’ll also be adding in a gallery wall; a makeover wouldn’t be a makeover without a gallery wall, now would it? I seriously can’t wait to see how it turns out!
Now go check out all the other One Room Challenge talents and see what they’re up to. It definitely makes for some good hump day reading, don’t you think?
Issue number One: When I posted the front bath update post a reader commented asking how we kept the stool from sliding around. At first we didn’t have a problem with that, but after some creative maneuvering on Arden’s end…we did. And for an easy solution? I picked up some Plasti Dip in black from Lowe’s and the Mr. literally dipped the legs right into the can. Voila! No more slippage.
Issue number two: The unfinished wood of the stool was kept getting stained from water and dirt. Not the prettiest sight to see. So a little more painting was in order. I used Valspar No VOC paint and primer in one in a semigloss white. It worked like a charm; water doesn’t seep into the unfinished wood and dirt stains wipe right up. Problem solved. And I think it looks cuter too!
* This will not be happening now, or anytime too soon. Basically part of my wish-list for the house 😉
Isn’t this black sconce from Lamps Plus just gorgeous? You can see the not-so-pretty lightbulb here. Working on it!
A little close-up of the counter. This is Arden’s space, so we have her brush readily available and the little basket on the left holds her hair clips and hair bands. And the fun little chalkboard jar holds cotton balls. I love the new towel ring too. It’s a great way to display fun hand towels.
Continuing with the theme that this is Arden’s bathroom…here’s her fun step stool that she LOVES. She can now climb up and turn on the faucet and wash her own hands. I also hung a cute little hand towel (gifted to me by Bryn!) from the drawer handle so she can reach it.
So overall I’d say this is pretty good progress! It’s my favorite room in the house right now (ironically). I think I’m going to slowly add more art to the walls and make it more of a gallery, which will add even more character. Can’t wait!
To see sources and more before pictures check out the original post here or my Ranch House Redo Pinterest board here!
* This will not be happening now, or anytime too soon. Basically part of my wish-list for the house 😉
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