Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Mantel Makeover

 Hi there friends... 
Hope you all had a wonderful Easter! I hosted and had a house full of family and friends...it was a great day!
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Since the new hardwood floors have been installed I've been keeping busy with painting the walls, trim, & even a few furniture pieces...why stop there!?! 
So I went ahead and painted my mantel...and after seeing the results I wish I did it sooner!!

 I painted it Chateau Grey...AS chalk paint. Distressed it and waxed it with clear wax only.
 This color goes well with the green marble.
Added an ivy plant and tulip to my copper bucket.
 I love how it made all the pretty details stand out...
the hubby is even loving the new look and can't believe it took me this long to do...men!!!
BEFORE...
AFTER...
    Love how it pops against the lighter walls. Another project checked off the list!! Well... this wasn't really on the to-do-list is was one of those light bulb moments lol...does that ever happen to you?!?
 
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46 comments:

  1. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsApril 22, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    It looks wonderful painted that color!

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  2. chateau chicApril 22, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    What a great change for your mantel, Martina! Love the color and the contrast.
    Mary Alice

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  3. Number Fifty-ThreeApril 22, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    Love the color you used and it makes the mantel stand out so much more!

    Have a great week!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  4. DebbiedoosApril 22, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    That looks fantastic Martina! As though it was always suppose to look like that.

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  5. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageApril 22, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    It looks great! You're right, the perfect color to go with the marble!

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  6. Calypso In The CountryApril 22, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    It turned out great, Martina! I love the new look and the way it stands out against the wall color!
    -Shelley

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  7. KellyApril 22, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    The new color looks so much better! I like the muted shade better. It really goes better with the other colors in your room. That was a good light bulb moment!

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  8. Maria ElenaApril 22, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    The mantle looks beautiful, Martina! Love, love the new color. Very pretty!

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  9. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideApril 22, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    Beautiful! I love the color!

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  10. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeApril 22, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    That's lovely Martina, the color compliments the marble and works so well in your room! Great job!!

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  11. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsApril 22, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    Wow, it looks great, Martina! I love the color you went with and it does go great with the marble. It really stands out now.

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  12. DeseraeApril 22, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    So beautiful....love the color!!!
    ~Des

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  13. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 22, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    I love the change, Martina. Mine was that color at one time. :)

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  14. DD's CottageApril 22, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Looking good Martina--love it!

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  15. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️April 22, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Oh I love it Martina. It's a beautiful color!

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  16. NanaDianaApril 22, 2014 at 1:46 PM

    Oh My Gosh, Martina. Who would have thought a coat of paint would make THAT much difference? It looks GREAT! I love the color and it really makes it POP out now-it looks "important". LOVE it! xo Diana

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  17. DebbieApril 22, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    Oh no.
    My poor husband.

    Now, I'm going to want to add "...and paint the mantel" to our living room list of projects. We have a big old honking mantel piece, too.

    It looks just lovely!!

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  18. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow April 22, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    It looks so much more substantial in gray. Great choice. So pretty!

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  19. must love junkApril 22, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Martina, it looked pretty white, but you're right--now it really pops! Gorgeous color :)
    Susan

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  20. Debra@CommonGroundApril 22, 2014 at 7:16 PM

    love that gray, it really works with the marble!

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  21. The Charm of HomeApril 22, 2014 at 7:51 PM

    That is fantastic Martina! Such a great color!
    Sherry

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  22. foreverdecoratingApril 22, 2014 at 8:03 PM

    Wow, I looks great and so much softer against the marble/granite/tile. Have you seen my gray china hutch yet? Amazing what paint can do!

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  23. The French HutchApril 22, 2014 at 8:10 PM

    Hi Martina, I love your new paint color. It really does make the mantel pop against the lighter color. Beautiful container with the ivy and tulips.......
    I love how paint changes everything! Great makeover...........

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  24. UnknownApril 22, 2014 at 8:19 PM

    I love it! You went from Builder White to WOW! Now I am looking at my mantel...

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  25. RonApril 22, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    WOW! It looks terrific Martina! You certainly have a talent!

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  26. JoAnneApril 22, 2014 at 8:47 PM

    That's a beautiful color - perfect for your mantel. It looks like it was meant to be!

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  27. ANNEApril 22, 2014 at 9:54 PM

    Wow, it went from pretty to FANTASTIC! What a great colour, I love it!!

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  28. GailApril 23, 2014 at 5:37 AM

    It looks beautiful Martina! I love the color!!

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  29. Celestina MarieApril 23, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    Hi Martina, The makeover turned out great. Love the new color!!

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  30. Positively SouthernApril 23, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    WOW! What a spectacular change painting the mantel made! Guess it is time for me to get on the Annie Sloan bandwagon!

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  31. CynthiaApril 23, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    Martina this is such a huge change but let me tell you a fantastic one. I love this color and how it plays off t he walls and that marble.

    Cynthia

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  32. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 23, 2014 at 6:24 PM

    Beautiful color, you did good!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  33. Simply Suzannes at HomeApril 23, 2014 at 10:40 PM

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Thanks so much for coming b and leaving such kind comments, Martina!
    I loved that you came by, because it brought me back to your beautiful blog.
    Your mantle make-over is so pretty!!
    Thanks so much for sharing!
    Have a wonderful week,
    Suzanne

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  34. OliveApril 24, 2014 at 2:21 AM

    You gave the mantle more depth of color. Love it.

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  35. Nancy's NotesApril 24, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Martina, what a grand new look! I love your style and decor, just awesome!
    Have a wonderful day~
    Nancy

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  36. DebbieApril 24, 2014 at 11:52 PM

    Oh my goodness! This looks just beautiful! You did a wonderful job on your mantel, Martina. Love the color.
    Debbie

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  37. pam {simple details}April 25, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    Wow Martina! That gave it such a special custom look! What a perfect choice for the paint color, it's so rich against the marble! Thanks for stopping by Best of the Nest!

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  38. Vel CristeApril 25, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    Love the simplicity and elegance of your mantle! Linking back from Best of the nest!

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  39. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsApril 25, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    I love it that color!!!!....Looks fantastic!!

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  40. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseApril 25, 2014 at 7:27 PM

    Very very pretty! I like the darker color for a change. You did a fantastic job. I'm visiting from A Stroll Thru Life, I'm your newest follower.
    Sherry

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  41. Pam KesslerApril 26, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    That makes such a HUGE difference. I was never much of a grey person before, but I am loving it now! It goes so well with everything. Love that pot of tulips too! Off to go check you out at Marty's.

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  42. Custom ComfortsApril 26, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    Your mantel is beautiful Martina! It has so much more personality now than when just white. I know there are times when I put off doing a project only to be so pleased with it when finished and wonder too why I waited so long. Great makeover.
    Cindy

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  43. Lisa @ Shine Your LightApril 27, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    Martina, the new color looks so warm and inviting, what a pretty change!!

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  44. UnknownApril 27, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    What an amazing transformation! I liked your mantel before but this color is really gorgeous. I am definitely pinning for future reference.
    Blessings,
    Patti

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  45. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapApril 27, 2014 at 10:05 PM

    I love how the new color blends in with the surrounding. I think it makes the area more cozy as well

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  46. Jennifer @ Dimples and TanglesApril 28, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    What a beautiful paint job, Martina! I love the color you chose, it's so warm and inviting for your mantle. Thanks for linking up with us at Best of the Nest!

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina