I get a lot of questions, and the funny thing is that often I get the same questions asked over and over again. Sadly the questions are not ‘why are you so cute’ and ‘how do you stay so thin’ but ‘what color paint did you use’ or ‘what kind of floors do you have’. It’s okay. I mean my feelings aren’t hurt. When I go for a walk with my husband, honestly every time we walk down the street, someone says, “She’s so BEAUTIFUL!” Seriously they do! Of course they are talking about our collie and not me, so see? I get it!
Okay now to answer those most asked questions —
1. WHAT ARE THE PAINT COLORS OF YOUR CITY HOUSE?
INTERIOR PAINT COLORS
walls – Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray
trim – Sherwin Williams Eider White
some of the cabinetry and doors – Sherwin Williams Pussy Willow
EXTERIOR PAINT COLORS
siding – Sherwin Williams Gray Shingle
trim – Sherwin Williams Natural Choice
window sashes – Sherwin Williams Porpoise
brick – Old Texas brick (not sure about the exact color)
stone work – Horizon stone, Ledge Creek
2. WHAT ARE THE PAINT COLORS OF THE GUEST QUARTERS?
INTERIOR PAINT COLORS
walls – Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray
trim – Sherwin Williams Eider White
EXTERIOR PAINT COLORS
siding – Sherwin Williams Gray Shingle
trim – Sherwin Williams Natural Choice
window sashes – Sherwin Williams Porpoise
3. WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE THINGS ABOVE THE BEDS IN THE GIRLS’ ROOM?
I carried them in my online shop, but I don’t have that shop any more. I don’t have another source for you.
4. WHAT ARE THE PAINT COLORS OF THE FARMHOUSE?
INTERIOR PAINT COLORS
walls – Sherwin Williams Windsor Greige
trim – Sherwin Williams Alabaster
kitchen cabinets – Sherwin Williams Priarie Grass
EXTERIOR PAINT COLORS
siding – Sherwin Williams Escape Gray
trim – Sherwin Williams Alabaster
front door – Sherwin Williams Cordial
Repainted in 2020
siding – Sherwin Williams Steamed Milk
trim – Sherwin Williams Stone Lion
front door Sherwin Williams Georgian Revival Blue
porch floor Sherwin Williams Dovetail.
5. WHAT ARE THE COLORS OF YOUR MOUNTAIN HOUSE?
siding – Sherwin Williams Dorian Gray
trim – Sherwin Williams Dovetail
6. WHAT KIND OF FLOORS DO YOU HAVE?
CITY HOUSE
reclaimed oak hardwoods with a coffee stain
GUEST QUARTERS
reclaimed oak hardwoods with a coffee stain
FARMHOUSE
pine floors with unknown stain
7. WHERE DID YOU GET THE BEDDING IN YOUR CITY BEDROOM?
I made this bedding.
Fabric – linen
Color – cream
8. WHERE DID YOU GET THE BEDDING IN YOUR FARMHOUSE BEDROOM?
The duvet and pillows are from Ballard Designs.
The bed skirt I made.
Fabric – linen
Color – white
9. WHERE DID YOU GET THE SLIPCOVERS FOR YOUR CITY LIVING ROOM?
I made all of these.
Fabric – linen
Color – oatmeal
10. WHERE CAN I BUY GRAIN SACKS?
You can find them on eBay usually.
11. WHAT KIND OF WINDOW TREATMENTS DID YOU USE IN THE CITY HOUSE?
Shades –
BALI brand
Curtains in the bedroom –
Curtains in the dining room
12. WHAT KIND OF COUNTER TOP DID YOU USE IN YOUR CITY KITCHEN?
Material – granite
Color – white river
13. WHAT TILE DID YOU USE IN THE KITCHEN?
It’s Walker Zanger, Gramercy Park in Wedgewood Blue.
14. WHERE CAN I FIND FARMHOUSE FRENCH THINGS FOR MY HOME?
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Okay, that’s that. So if there is anything else you want to know, leave a comment and I’ll try to answer it.
You ARE cute. We don’t have to even ask, “Why?”
Best,
Michelle from simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com
I love the kitchen bar stools. Where can I find them?
Those are from Restoration Hardware Doranda.
hi there… let’s talk about your kitchen… It’s fabulous. I know about the granite, so thanks. What color are the cabinets and walls? and the color and style of the tile too! (please). You have inspired me! THank you for sharing all your great work! 🙂
Walls agreeable gray, cabinets eider white, tile is Walker Zanger Gramercy Park, wedgewood blue.
I love the linen bedspread and plan that for our next master bedroom . It never occured to me to make one although I made all my draperies, slip overs, etc!! Duh! Do you mind sharing the source for the cream linen?
For those looking for oatmeal, white, or natural linen bedding there are some sellers on eBay from eastern Europe whose linen is wonderful and inexpensive in comparison to US linens. You just need to wash them a couple times before using, which I did in cool water without soap. I wanted natural linen after seeing the city bedroom and I’m so happy I have it now.
Really i don’t want anything, even though i do love your house and, i’m not saying you aren’t pretty i am just saying that you shine!
Thanks for answering so many questions I had, but I have one more I haven’t yet seen an answer to: What’s the make and model of your refrigerator/freezer? Many thanks!!
Kim, it is from Frigidaire.
Anita,
Some of the paint colors I already knew. . .
simply because I a big Sherwin~Williams Paint fan!!!
Thank you for publishing them again in this post!!!
My Sister is beginning a kitchen make~over in a 100 year old home. . .
perfect timing!!! I’ll send her your link!!!
Love you homes on the Farm and in the City, dear friend!!!
Thanks for sharing, once again!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Where did you get the settees that I see in your living room and in the bedroom; They are so cute I love them
They are from Southern Furniture Colleen.
Those are from Southern Furniture Colleen.
My question is…..do you think that linen on reupholstered furniture gets wrinkled? I bought a yard of a polyester look alike linen to try on a chair but was not a big fan. I have 12 chairs plus a chaise lounge that i want to redo in linen but my seamstress says it will not look tailored? I was told to try drop clothes becauae that is a big trend now. What do you think? I love your taste!!!
Lisa, it depends on the item. If it is a loose cushion, it will wrinkle. If it is on an attached cushion, it won’t. But I like the wrinkles, and prefer 100% linen. Drop cloth is fine also. It really depends on the chair. I usually use 100% linen for almost everything. If it is for a table where people will be eating, you might prefer an outdoor fabric (not linen) that will not stain so badly.
Where did you get that trifold window divider thing behind the bed you placed at an angle? Also, what is that piece called? I’ve searched high and low online and can’t find anything with windows like that. I want to place my bed at an angle and would love something like this behind it!
Where did you get that trifold window divider thing behind the bed you placed at an angle? Also, what is that piece called? I’ve searched high and low online and can’t find anything with windows like that. I want to place my bed at an angle and would love something like this behind it!
That is a room divider as far as I know, and it is from Jubilee in the Houston Heights.
Hi Anita – do you know what color stain is on the front door of your city house? I really love everything you have done!
I don’t Allison. I just can’t remember.
Anita, beautiful home. What stain did you use on your cedar beams that frame the walls of the kitchen?
They are salvage JulieAnn, so I didn’t stain them.
Anita: do you have a cream color you love/recommend for interior walls? I love the agreeable gray you used too, I’m thinking about using that in some of my rooms. Gracias!
Kyla, I don’t have one on the top of my head, but I think that would make a great blog post. I think I’m going to work on that one.
Anita, I just wanted to let you know about another Sherwin Williams color that is terrific. I use it when I don’t want the blue in agreeable gray. It’s called canvas tan and it looks great in rooms with windows. Might not like it in a darker room though. Just wanted to share that with you.
Linda
Fabulous tip Linda!!! That is very helpful to me and probably many readers.
Love your kitchen! Am I seeing the island counter is thicker granite than the other counter tops?
Yes Lisa, we doubled the width on the island.
Bonjour Anita,
Thanks for all of the wonderful inspirational posts. I greatly admire your strength and your style. Thanks for sharing.
How big are your island lights? And what are the dimensions of your island? My island is 100″x 62.5″ and my two island lights are 11″ in circumference- they have 3 candle lights with white leaves & crystals . It think that’s too small. They are available in a 5 candle version which is about 8″ bigger. Would love your opinion.
All the best. Amicalement,
Heidi
I think the larger size would be fabulous Heidi!!
Love all the colors. You have a very pretty house…and just to let you know – you are beautiful inside and out. Keep sharing all your get decorating ideas.
Where can I get nightstands like the ones in your master bedroom? in your daughter’s room?
I don’t have a source for those. I will do a post on French chests soon.
Hi Anita,
I have searched your blog about the appliances in your city house but cannot find a post where you discussed then. I am curious to know which range you have? Do you like it? We are about to embark on a kitchen renovation and purchasing professional appliances so I am wondering if you did any research at the time you purchased yours. I realize you were building and designing your whole house so it may not have been as much of a priority for you. If you have any general knowledge or opinion from others then I am interested in hearing it. Your kitchen is beautiful and I want the same for my end result.
Thank you so much!
Sandy Lewis
You are very generous with all your choices for your homes. It gives all of us great inspiration to turn our homes into our versions of French Country no matter our budgets. Thank you for the inspiration!!
It’s lovely to have all of these important details. Oak flooring is my favorite…
What is the brick color ?
It is Texas Brick. You can ask them to get the right answer. I’m not sure.
Hello! Happy to find you. I am wondering if you like your Walker Zanger for your backsplash? Thinking of ordering it, and hoping it does not read blue? Thanks.. Linda
It’s gorgeous! I can’t tell you how it will read in your house. That is totally dependent on the lighting and other colors in your room. I recommend you get some samples first.