If you happen to be new around here, long ago, I added planking to the
backs of my built-in bookshelves….the post remains one of the most
viewed ever at the Forever*Cottage…you can go back
and read it HERE - it was even featured on The Nester's blog.
I am still humbled by the questions and positive feedback
I get on my sort of 'redneck' {BTW - I love rednecks!} method for installation.
But truth be told, the 3M tape did not work with each and
every plank and they were starting to pop off. And also,
I was ready for a more clean, uncluttered look…...
Last week, I pulled all the planks off the backs of built-in bookshelves,
sanded them down and gave them a fresh coat of BM White Dove
paint in a semi-gloss finish - the result is clean and simple.
In addition, to the fresh paint, I restyled the shelves and added
some color and modern accessories to mix with the
plethora of vintage items I had going on. Of course,
now that I am looking at this photo, I want to tweak it even more!
I include this photo to show you the perspective I had while taking photos of my
bookshelves for this post……..I was standing on my kitchen island as my kids did
their homework…..Just normal life around here when your momma blogs….
#kidsofbloggersproblems
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I think they look great Jill! Just beautiful! Enjoy your evening with the kiddos.. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI just started following your blog and I love your work! Would you mind sharing your source for your coffee table? I'm looking for a "skinny" coffee table just like yours. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove your restyled shelves. Also love your tray on your sofa table. Do you mind me asking where it's from?
ReplyDeleteI am always trying to tweak my bookshelves in our family room, very similar to yours in style. I printed this image when I saw it so that I could use it as a jumping off point to try to bring some life to our shelves. Great job, I love it!
ReplyDeleteKaren
Looks great! That was a lot of work! I do not like having to empty bookshelves and then put it all back. Styling takes forever! You did a wonderful job. I laughed out loud about where you stood to take the photos. So true!
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