Our last house had the most amazing architectural interest - with moldings and rosettes and cherubs ( 4 of them in each corner of the entrance way ) and corbels - all original to the 100 year old building and all in plaster.
It was what sold me on that place ( along with the original exposed brick walls ) and I miss them. You can see more HERE
This house has none of that...............but that doesn't mean it can't be added.
We have a small archway - and I was only able to put one on one side ( the other side is a pony wall )
but just the one makes all the difference ( I still have to touch the paint up on the sides )
We have a small archway - and I was only able to put one on one side ( the other side is a pony wall )
but just the one makes all the difference ( I still have to touch the paint up on the sides )
I bought this piece from Amazon - for much cheaper than it was at Home Depot actually
I think it cost 15.00 or so..............
It's made from a high density urethane -
Wood ones are very expensive - and not necessary if you plan on painting them anyway.
Because it's made from urethane I was able to hang it up with just No More Nails.............it's light enough that it just stayed in place until it dried.
And then John caulked all around the perimeters - making it look seamless.
It looks more striking at night - when the grey wall appears a deeper shade.
It's no plastered cherub ..................but it'll do - once we add the crown molding - it'll definitely do
And it adds far more than 15 dollars in value to a room !
Have a great Thursday ♥
Hugs,
Me
I think it cost 15.00 or so..............
It's made from a high density urethane -
Wood ones are very expensive - and not necessary if you plan on painting them anyway.
Because it's made from urethane I was able to hang it up with just No More Nails.............it's light enough that it just stayed in place until it dried.
And then John caulked all around the perimeters - making it look seamless.
It looks more striking at night - when the grey wall appears a deeper shade.
It's no plastered cherub ..................but it'll do - once we add the crown molding - it'll definitely do
And it adds far more than 15 dollars in value to a room !
Have a great Thursday ♥
Hugs,
Me
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Oh, I love those details, Suzan. Looks so beautiful. I neeeed some.
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It looks gorgeous Suzan and definitely looks much more expensive that it was! I love Amazon....just got two packages from them this week. Happy mail for sure! Have a blessed Thursday!
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Genius just Genius!!!! What a great look for $15. Love this!
ReplyDeleteKris
That turned out beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of adding architectural interest. I wonder what I can find to spiff up?
ReplyDelete"...corbels and sleighbells and shnitzel with noodles..."
ReplyDeleteLooks good!
Ahhh, the little things! Looks wonderful, Suzan. I know you miss your former home with all it's detail. Touches like this make a world of difference!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a dramatic and gorgeous change. I wish I had thought to check out Amazon and urethane corbels five years ago when we remodeled our city kitchen. I paid over a hundred dollars each for two of the wooden ones that size in that exact acanthus leaf design. They are beautiful, and I did get to stain instead of paint, but I think painted urethane would look just as well.
ReplyDeleteThey look great and you put them at the right spot. I am no fun of things designed to gather dust easily but these corbels are beautiful. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much !
DeleteNothing a duster can't take care of ( I hope spiders don't nestle in them though - found 2 in the grooves of my kitchen ceiling last night )
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Elegant !
ReplyDeleteThanks Pati !
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This reminds me of ours that we put in the doorways in our foyer and our dining room
ReplyDeleteCindy
That looks wonderful there. I never knew you could get such a thing!
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely and classic with the grey. Cheap and cheerful as we say around here! xo Patty
ReplyDeleteHey Suzan! How about finding a little tiny doll, cutting her in half, glueing her and painting her white! Not a Chucky or Cabbage face doll of course! Sounds rather odd but who knows!😁👍
ReplyDeleteDo you know how long it took me to figure out your comment LMHO???
DeleteThink I'll just stick with the corbels and crown molding though !
Thanks Mary Anne !
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Love it Suzan. I want to do something similar between our living and dining room. Will use yours as my inspiration on Pinterest - thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe corbel makes a beautiful touch to the wall/ceiling area Suzan. The ceiling mouldings in your former house certainly were gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteIt's the perfect touch to add character to your room.
ReplyDeleteOH Susan...I just love this look...again another great idea... Thank you for sharing at Share it One More Time...
ReplyDeletePerfect...love it.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Pam !
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I've always wanted some corbels at home. One day, one day :) Your corbel looks great, btw ;-) Definitely worth more than $15.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Veronika !!!
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Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Oh I love this idea! I'm saving for when we finally get a house of our own :0)
ReplyDeleteAll your touches look just perfect! I always love stopping by to see what you are up to Suzan.
ReplyDeleteSuch great detail--love it!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like it was made for that spot. Beautiful! Thanks for sharing at VIParty.
ReplyDeleteSo easy, and yet so elegant. Love them! Please come share this at my party, http://chicbytab.blogspot.ca/2015/06/chic-by-you-wednesday-linky-party-10.html. Hope to see you there.
ReplyDeleteTabatha
Makes all the difference in the world. love the dark grey and white.
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