I get a little more excited about some projects versus others. I’m pretty excited about this one. I really like the way it turned out. And I think it fits perfectly above my stove.
So how did I do it?
Well I used a coat of chawk paint in color Stanley.
After it dried I add some touches of the same paint in the color Mini Pearl. Then I sanded in places.
All of this took about 20 minutes or less in actual paint time. Then I just propped the piece up on my range hood. Now you may be asking, where exactly do you find pieces like this one. I found mine at an antique store. I don't see them very often, but sometimes they can be found. This piece had clearly broken off of a piece of furniture long ago.
I did not prime the piece or use wax to seal it. I do recommend using wax as a sealer, but this won't actually see any use, so I left it as is. If I have time, I'll add a clear wax to seal it later.
I was using this pediment in another room, so it was fun to give it a new look and put it in a new place.
This project is part of the DIY TIPS AND TRICKS event this month. Check out the other projects we are showcasing this month.
Beautiful piece, Anita! And it’s found a perfect home on top of your kitchen hood! LOVE the color you chose to paint it! Thanks for the great tip!
Thank you Yvonne, I’m really enjoying it there.
Love this tip! Your kitchen is BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for inspiring me today!
karianne
Thanks KariAnne!!
Beautiful, gorgeous! What color are the kitchen cabinets? They look gray.
Looks great! It really gives the kitchen a pretty, romantic feel.
Best,
Michelle from simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com
Thanks for the great tip! I really love your kitchen. May I ask, where did you get your barstools? I *love* them
I got them from Restoration Hardware.
Looks beautiful !. You finally have the perfect piece up there. Looks like it was made for that spot.
Your kitchen is beautiful Anita! It’s great how one piece can make such a difference in design. Love the way it looks! Very romantic!
Oh this is beautiful, love it!!! XO
That pediment looks gorgeous there! Perfect!
Anita,
I adore your choice of hues in the make~over of your decor piece, dear friend!!!
I, too, was fortunate to find one such piece at a local Antique Shop!!!
It hangs above the sofa in the Living Room!!!
Love, LOVE, L O V E seeing your glass front cabinets filled with white delights!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Loks nice, but if my experience is any indicator, if you actually cook in that gorgeous looking kitchen, that piece needs a protective coat of something-or-other sooner, rather than later. I sauté and not fry, but have to clean various places over head height with some regularity. Of course, I guess you clean chandeliers and fancy chairs pretty often too…..or maybe you eat out most of the time?
Or am I doing something wrong around here in my house where the kitchen is used to prepare food, splashes, and drops, and drips, and bits and pieces of dust and detritus live?
I love to cook MJ! I have noticed the glass in the cabinets does need cleaning every once and awhile. We have a pretty powerful vent, and I’ve cleaned the filters. I think most of the oil goes there, at least I hope so.
So in love with this piece!!!!! Thanks for the inspiration! Looks wonderful in its new home….love finding new homes for my items….this looks fabulous in you kitchen!!!! ♡
Which paint company carries Mini Pearl and Stanley. Not familiar with those colors and they are beautiful on your piece.
Vicky, thanks for your patience. Yes that’s the Southern Honey paint.
Lovely piece
I love the piece above your stove you did a great job
Vicky, It is a chalk paint by SOUTHERN HONEY> Good luck!
Perfect touch to the range hood! Beautiful!
Stunning kitchen…I wouldn’t change one thing!! I do have a question is the paint on the glorious cabinet in a gray tone? It appears to be when compared to the turned leg of the island. Often, paint and lighting appear different on computers. I ask because I love the subtle contrast when using neutrals for that soft inviting feel.
Thank you for sharing
Hi Darlene, I see what you mean! It does look lighter, but in reality the paint is exactly the same. They are both a very subtle gray.
Well it is just beautiful and thank you for replying.