Monday, August 15, 2011

Changing the mood...

We are happy to announce we have just completed our very first DIY project and have a few more in the works!
Our Goal: Change our gold fireplace to brushed nickel
Time Frame: One Day
Outcome: Successful
Difficulty: Low/Easy

Here are pictures of the Fireplace Before...Ugly, Shiny, Gold...

 

Here are the supplies you need: Screw Driver to remove the front from the fireplace, sand paper or a drill bit that can "rough-up" the gold surface, windex or other cleaner to remove any dust or grease from the surface, painters tape to protect the glass, and spray paint to change the look!
Start by "roughing-up" any surface that is going to be spray painted. This will help the paint to adhere better.

 
Next is the fun part, begin spray painting in nice even strokes. Always start spraying to the side of the object. Do not start spraying directly onto the object as that may make the paint look thicker, darker or spotty there.

Finally,we are happy to present the finished product!
We are very pleased with our completed fireplace area :)

2 comments:

  1. Love it! Welcome to blogger land. Enjoy your new journey :) Much Love.

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  2. wow! i'm impressed :) lovin' the blog!

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