It is amazing what a new roof, removing overgrown shrubs, and a thorough power washing can do. The exterior of our new little cottage is now all clean and ready for paint. Yay!
Here are my color choices: the trim will remain white; the red siding will be painted a neutral beige to blend with the stone; the black shutters will be gray; the white gutters will be replaced with bronze aluminum ones; and the front door will be a lovely shade of aqua called "Antique Glass."
Inside, the foyer, living room and three bedrooms have freshly painted walls and gleaming refinished floors. Have a look . . .
After a month, we can finally unpack and get comfortable. (And I can begin to decorate. For me, there is nothing more fun than that!) However, while we enjoy these nice, clean rooms, our kitchen, family room and studio are undergoing their major renovation. What a mess!
It's been crazy here this week, and certainly very loud. But I can deal with it because once it's done, I know it will be fabulous. I'll share more of the demo with you soon. In the meantime . . . Happy Halloween!
Susan
WOW!!! Susan things are coming together beautifully. I love it inside and out.
Love your paint choices, I can't wait to see what it will look like in those colors. Keep us updated when you can and good luck.
Posted by: Elsie | October 31, 2013 at 10:49 PM
I'm in love with that staircase! And, the dormer windows, window seat and slanted ceilings...reminds me so much of my childhood friend's cozy house. Living in our '54 house I don't ever want a newer home...they were built better and they have more character. "Bless your charming house" :)
Posted by: tammyCA | November 01, 2013 at 10:50 AM
I like the colours you chose but am wondering if you can show me the after photo of the house once it was painted with those colours? I’m trying to do our house right now and am looking for colours I can take to the paint store.
Posted by: Alicia | July 15, 2020 at 12:42 PM