Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Door progress

Remember how our front door looks like it had molars carved into it?

Then I tried to distract your attention with some jazzy chandeliers and plants?


We installed the door we found in our basement last month, and I actually have had the door painted for a LONG time, but I kept putting off sharing it because I have not yet sealed it completely. I still have to do 2 more coats of semi-gloss verathane, but I thought I would show you now before I forget!


We haven't gotten the new, non frosted glass, windows yet, and keep in mind that we plan on having the whole exterior painted grey (one reader suggested getting rid of the stucco but that just isn't going to happen on our budget LOL), but I am MUCH happier with the front door now. And to think we transformed it for only $17 in paint!
ps- yes, I still need to get candles for the chandys... I'm just too lazy to make a special trip for some.
PPS- Don't forget to get your latest paint projects ready for Fresh Coat Friday!!

45 comments:

  1. Shannon @ What's Up WhimsyJune 22, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Wow, what a transformation! The black looks sooooooo much better!

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  2. The White City ProjectJune 22, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    I have to admit, at first I didn't like the idea of replacing the wooden door(as I am a big hater of steel doors lol). But, now that it's all done, I just love it! It makes such a statement.

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  3. April @ The Painted CupboardJune 22, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    Sooooo much better! :) It looks fantastic!

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  4. MelissaJune 22, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    Oh my, what a transformation! The entire front door area looks wonderful. Most of all, I love the fact that the door project cost you less than $20...what a deal! I can’t believe you made that big of an impact for so cheap. I LOVE IT! :)

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  5. carrie1June 22, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    How pretty! Love the black.. and all the accents!

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  6. KimJune 22, 2010 at 10:32 AM

    Absolutely love it!

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  7. alishaJune 22, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    Love the black!!! I think it would also look nice to add some trim/framing underneath the windows - to mimic the paneled door.

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  8. BeckyJune 22, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    excellent and looks lovely! Love the urns too...I am looking for some as well for my 'swirly trees'!

    Cant wait for friday!
    xoxo

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  9. ChristineJune 22, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    I think it looks amazing so far! The block makes such a difference!!

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  10. christine, just bellaJune 22, 2010 at 10:52 AM

    Looks fantastic - all the black ties together so nicely! I can just imagine once the gray stucco comes in.

    Love it :)

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  11. SharJune 22, 2010 at 11:00 AM

    I think the stucco will look great when you paint it grey. It does not look bad, now. I have seen many stucco homes in all sorts of styles, even vintage 1930's, that look great. Your front porch already looks so inviting.

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  12. MelissaJune 22, 2010 at 11:19 AM

    it looks amazing! I'm looking forward to fresh coat fridays =)

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  13. KelliJune 22, 2010 at 11:19 AM

    LOVE the After!! Great Job!!

    Kelli
    http://houseofjoleigh.blogspot.com/

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  14. liz @ bon temps beignetJune 22, 2010 at 11:23 AM

    Molars! I knew it. Can't wait to see the total transformation : )

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  15. JennelleJune 22, 2010 at 11:23 AM

    What a HUGE transformation!

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  16. BrandiJune 22, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    It looks fantastic - I love the black!

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  17. Dancing Sweet PeaJune 22, 2010 at 12:27 PM

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  18. AnonymousJune 22, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    Wow, it looks great! Love it!

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  19. MeaghanJune 22, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    I can't believe how phenomenal a door could look! Great job!!

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  20. CarrieJune 22, 2010 at 1:37 PM

    It looks SOOOOO good!

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  21. AngieJune 22, 2010 at 2:27 PM

    AMAZING transformation for just a little money!! Looks great! ;)

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  22. UnknownJune 22, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    Thanks guys, we are pretty smitten with the transformation!

    Dancing sweet pea, if you check out my site (link on top left of my homepage) you can take a peek at all the pieces I have available!

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  23. Nicole @ the style hatchJune 22, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    Oh Holly it looks so good!

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  24. AnonymousJune 22, 2010 at 4:05 PM

    What a welcoming front door! I love black accents on gray houses!! swoon!

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  25. bryn alexandraJune 22, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    OH how I want your planters. I'm looking for some just like that!

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  26. KaceyJune 22, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    What a fabulous transformation! That black looks fantastic.

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  27. Dignified RubbishJune 22, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Looks good...we are getting ready to paint our ugly door as well...what are you going to do for the address numbers?

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  28. TEM325June 22, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    It looks wonderful!!! The black is such a strong statement and I kept going back to the before shots to see if the mat & planters were originally there---with the old door, I never even noticed them! But, now with the black, they all are tired together and looking great!

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  29. Emily A. ClarkJune 22, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    The chandeliers are perfect! And, I agree the door is much better--although not every one could say they have a front door with teeth on it. . .

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  30. StephanieJune 22, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    Such a difference! I LOVE IT!

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  31. Domestic Goddess..Diva sometimesJune 22, 2010 at 9:28 PM

    Looks sooo much better! :)

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  32. PamJune 23, 2010 at 6:56 AM

    Great job, your frontdoor is beautiful and so are your accent pieces, keep up the good work.

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  33. LifeBegins@ThirtyJune 23, 2010 at 6:59 AM

    Looks great!!! Such a striking entrance.

    What type of verathane are you using for the door? I just painted my door and have been wondering if I should be verathaning too... hhhmmmmm....

    Thanks!

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  34. AjaJune 23, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    Love it! Looks ten times better!

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  35. leiraJune 23, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    Great job holly - I have been working on painting inspired by you. I cannot wait to post pictures.

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  36. GinaJune 23, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    Oh the power of paint...love it!!

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  37. annieJune 23, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    What a GREAT transformation!!!!
    It's looking aDOORable!!
    annie

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  38. RebeccaJune 23, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    It looks great!! Love that you went with a black front door! It's going to look so striking next to the future grey stucco!! (I looooove the candle holders on either side of the front door)

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  39. Natasha @ Northern Light DesignJune 23, 2010 at 9:02 PM

    Hi Holly,
    Just letting you know I linked to your blog,,, check it out if you have time!

    http://so-much-more-than-nl.blogspot.com/2010/06/inspired-by.html

    Northenr Light

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  40. UnknownJune 23, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    That is a striking change! The chandeliers are a lovely touch!

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  41. Radostina // 79ideas.orgJune 24, 2010 at 4:22 AM

    I love that transformation. Great :)))

    xoxo,
    raru

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  42. MrsKBJJune 24, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    Looks great!! I am working on our front door. I am looking forward to your Friday Party!

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  43. JessicaJune 25, 2010 at 12:20 PM

    Your door looks so good! Whenever I drive by a house with a black door, I always do a double take.
    Xox

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  44. Vintage HomeJune 25, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    ..wow ...great job thanks for sharing!

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  45. Vintage HomeJune 25, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    ..wow ...great job thanks for sharing!

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