When it comes to the success of any project, whatever it happens to
be, the details matter. For me there
were a lot of things in the master bedroom that I knew if I didn't address them
it would affect the overall result and I wouldn't be happy. And we all know if mama ain't happy... LOL.
I scrubbed every bit of this closet system before reinstalling It looks and feels like it is brand new |
It was important that everything be really clean. So I cleaned a lot and made sure I got every
nook and cranny. I swept, vacuumed, got
out a few buckets of soapy water and the Fabulosa all purpose cleaner and I
washed down every surface. I even used a
magic eraser to remove any stains and black marks.
I filled the nail holes and caulked all the seams and edges for a flawless finish |
I didn't stop with simply putting up trim. I went back and filled all of my nail holes
and caulked all of my seams and along the edges so once it was painted it would
look the best it could. Taking the time
to caulk and fill nail holes made all the difference in the final result.
Before |
After! I also removed it from the wall so I could paint the wall behind it |
I knew the 1970s tan baseboard heater would stick out like a sore
thumb, but I didn't have the budget to buy a replacement. Especially as we don't really use the heat
upstairs. We prefer a cooler room to
sleep in so by simply allowing the heat to rise from downstairs keeps the
upstairs at the perfect temperature for us.
Therefore, replacing the heaters wouldn't make a whole lot of sense
financially, plus there really isn't anything wrong with how they
function. They are just ugly. I researched paint options and decided to
simply paint the heater instead. Now it
looks brand new and I'm really happy with the final result.
You can always expect to find a dirt ring Plus you are much less apt to get paint on the fixture |
Quick & easy process to remove these first before painting |
For best paint results, even in the closet, I removed as much as I
possibly could first. I filled all the
nail holes and gouges in the drywall with spackle and sanded it once it was
all dry. I removed the light fixture and
all of the switch and outlet covers rather than to paint around them. After the first coat of paint dried overnight
I gave it a second coat for best coverage and durability. The final result of the paint job is really
pleasing and looks quite professional.
Take the time to tape off what you don't want painted |
I carefully cleaned all of the switches, outlets and the light
fixture to remove all of the accumulated dirt and dust. I also washed all of the switch and outlet
covers. I painted one that was rather
worn and dingy looking including the little screws as the white paint had
chipped off of them. Now all the outlets
and the switch look fresh and new.
Better |
Even the thermostat cover got a little bit of a face lift. I masked off the label and gave it a couple
coats of metallic paint to update it from 1979 as well. I still think it looks kind of ugly, but
better. A new thermostat may be
something I'll consider in the future when I have the budget for one. For now this will do.
I took the time to scrape the entire floor including inside the
closet once the carpet was removed. I
was able to get up a lot of spackle globs, texture spray, paint and other
things that had been left behind by the original construction team. I went around the entire room with a hammer
to pound down any nails that had popped up too.
Then I gave the entire floor a coat of paint to seal up the old plywood
and give us a nice clean smooth surface for the new carpet.
Painted & sealed |
By the time I got this far I felt really, really good about how
things were turning out in here. I
inspected the room to make sure I didn't miss anything and was quite satisfied that
I hadn't. Ready to proceed. Next up, carpet! And then I get to move in!!!
I am always impressed with the jobs you do.
ReplyDeleteThanks Anne. I appreciate the kudos a lot!
DeleteNice! I know it will look great when all is done.
ReplyDeleteI'm super excited about it!
DeleteIt's looking great so far. I can hardly wait to see the end result.
ReplyDeleteI can hardly wait to share it with you. It is so pretty!
DeleteIt's hard to believe you have a full-time job. I get tired just reading your post. I am sure you are going to love your 'new' bedroom.
ReplyDeleteLOL, thank you Connie.
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