Yup. I do. It is bar none the most forgiving design tool in my quiver.
When we moved into our "new" old house in March most of its interior walls had been hastily clad in a thin wash of get-this-house-on-the-market white. Yesterday I took time out between studying and researching materials to open up a quart of chalkboard paint and carefully applied it onto our entry room walls.
This chalkboard paint hales from Benjamin Moore (of course) and, once on the wall, takes on a slight hint of indigo. It is more of a rich and dreamy navy than a black. I think it looks fantastic and can't wait to see my husbands reaction.
The artwork in the foyer really pops now. Black walls, when done well, can elevate children's art to gallery-worthy in a heartbeat.
Once I had the walls up, I found I just couldn't stop. I lugged out a can of medium gray-taupe and painted the handrail (after I washed it - oh, man WHEN was the last time that thing was washed-ewww!). Incredible what a fresh coat can do. Then I painted the stringers with the same color.
Next up was a deeper, more olive-y taupe with which I painted the risers of the staircase. I love how painting those boards defines the zip-zag of the steps.
When I woke up this morning, I STILL had paint on my mind. So, I pulled out a couple of sample pints and set to work on the wall under the stairs. Dried Mustard, Sienna Clay, Soft Pumpkin, Butterscotch, Roasted Sesame Seed..
I'll make the final decision with hubby and post pics when its all done.
Now back to my research.
(not nearly as fun as paint)
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