For a really nice hand-carved look, Cassity suggested I trim the square edges off each of the boards. As most of her ideas do, it turned out nice with the perfect rustic barn door look. I used a utility knife razor blade to shave off the corners. Imperfection is the goal, so some...
I just laid everything out in the garage and painted two coats of primer on everything. It’s so much easier to do this step before you get it installed in the closet. You’ll still have to paint a top coat or two, but this cuts down on time and a lot of trim work. Once they...
If you paint the walls at the back of the closet, and add trim, it will look just like a real bookshelf built-in with a backing and all! But it is just painted to look like there is a backing…you’ll use way less wood than if you were doing a full build. Add Trim & Crown...
My office is in a corner of my guest bedroom. The space pulls double duty, which can sometimes be a challenge. In the past I have had a hard time keeping it clean and guest-ready, so it really stressed me out. Honestly it just stressed me out to walk in there most days because it...
But if the gap between the top of the door and the header is less than 1/2 inch, you don't have enough room to raise the door, so there's not much else to do but to trim a small amount—about 3/8 inch—off the bottom of the door. To do this, take the door down and lay...
4. Create a Budget for Decorating Keep Big Things Neutral Splurge Only Where it Matters Be Willing to Compromise Steal Like an Artist Eliminate Clutter Hide the Cords Decorate With a Coat of Fresh Paint Add Architectural Details and Trim
Just like withkitchen cabinetsand trim, my absolute favorite interior door paint is Benjamin Moore Advance because it cures to a hard, furniture-quality finish that can stand up to heavy traffic. It’s durable like an oil-based paint but with the easy clean-up of a water based paint. And...
Install baseboard trim around the outside of the closet to match the rest of the bathroom walls. Install the flooring inside and around the closet if the closet is not built on top of the existing bathroom floor. Tip Trim the bottom of the door jambs to fit the clearance needs of your...
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Step six: After your jacket is dry, it’s time to give it a final touch-up. Use a soft brush or sponge to gently brush the fabric and restore its original texture. Pay special attention to any areas that may have become stained or soiled during your outdoor adventures. ...