grey paint

Actually it was painted last weekend, but I ran short on time for taking pictures. So, I wanted to keep it, but lighten it up a smidge to account for the smaller window and dimmer lighting. I actually think I could’ve even gone 50% lighter now that it’s up on the walls, but I’m happy enough that I don’t see it changing anytime soon.

Here’s the view from the doorway (extra Brownie Points to anyone who can teach me how to take proper photos of windows)…

I haven’t hung any curtains yet because we’re having our paper-thin 1970’s windows replaced in a few weeks (Woot!). I’m not used to having a room this big, so I’m not really sure what to do exactly… maybe some kind of area rug for visual interest?

I never finished it with anything because I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with it, but now I think I’m gonna Polyshade it darker to match the footstool. I think between different art, getting a new, sleeker bed/headboard (once I actually find one), and a few other tricks that I’ve got up my sleeve, the feeling of the room will change immensely. I’ve put no effort into accessorizing it again since moving it from the adjoining wall because I wanted a clean palette to work from. Hopefully, I’ll glean some decent art ideas from the blankness.

I’ve seen some neat tutorials where fabric was applied to the wall for pattern, so maybe something along those lines. But thanks to the Home Depot providing me with the incorrect color, I’ll be repainting it before I show it to you.

Don’t worry… I’ll divulge the deets at that time, along with some always-fun blooper pics. We’ve also been researching exterior color schemes for the outside of the house.

We were told during our inspection that the house needed to be caulked, sealed, and painted to make it more impenetrable to the elements and prevent further damage from occurring.