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Making the “Old” New Again!

July 28, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: diy, kids playroom, lamp makeover, makeover, repurpose, spray paint 7 Comments

It seems I have a “thing” for lamps, and pillows, and chairs… Oh, who am I kidding I am a fool for decor! I don’t see it as a bad thing, but ask my husband and he would probably say different, ha! Anywho, I’ve had a set of lamps just sitting not being used for months. I decided to give one of them a makeover and add it to our basement! We were in need of a lamp of some sort down there anyways! It’s amazing what a little spray paint can do, and a new lamp shade!
 
Before I started, I put some aluminium foil over the socket of the lamp so it wouldn’t get paint on it. I spray painted using Valspar La Fonda Mirage, flat spray paint. I gave it a nice two even coats. Before the piece was completely dry, I rubbed some of the porous places already in the lamp and it opened them up a tad, giving definition to the lamp! I picked up a charcoal gray lampshade from Hobby Lobby earlier in the week for only $12! It kind of gave me a boost on this project and fit it perfectly! I absolutely adore decorating with neutrals, but the fun of our basement is I went a little outside the box. We opted for a dark gray on the walls and since it doubles as the kids playroom, it’s oozing with color! Stay tuned for the full reveal coming soon!!
 
 
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Comments

  1. Ginnie says

    July 28, 2014 at 10:59 pm

    Love the makeover! You chose such a pretty color:)

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    • Fotini Roman says

      July 28, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      Thanks so much Ginnie 🙂 It’s one of my favorite colors! Light and fresh <3 Have a great evening!!

      Reply
  2. Erin Melikidse says

    August 1, 2014 at 2:39 pm

    what a great make over!

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    • Fotini Roman says

      August 2, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      Thank you Erin!!

      Reply
  3. Carolyn says

    August 2, 2014 at 3:16 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful project on The Inspiration Board at homework. I loved your project and featured you today!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    carolyn ~ homework

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    • Fotini Roman says

      August 2, 2014 at 6:29 pm

      How exciting Carolyn, thank you!!

      Reply
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