Fade to black

Here is another small update I was working on over the holidays...

Remember this 'before' shot?

The bathroom I affectionately call 'His'...

Here is where we started.

We painted it a different shade of blue, 

more grey than baby..

We then added the usual new shower curtain and towels, 

some framed etsy prints and a new light fixture.

This is what we were left with.

Oh, and of course, we lightened the grout!

Forgive the blurry photo,

Something still wasn't quite right though.

Check this out.....

Ahhhh... much better!

I had debated painting the vanity for a while.

I was held back wondering how durable latex paint could be on something used so often, 

and in a bathroom of all places.

Would the steam from the shower make the paint peel?

Would the paint chip or wear off from cupboards being opened and closed so often?

There are more than enough posts just like this one out there,

 showing 'how to' paint a vanity/dresser/kitchen cupboards.

Very few posts on how well these projects hold up.

Mine will be no different.

I lightly sanded all surfaces, 

wiped them down with vinegar and water, 

let them dry (15 min)..

Used a small foam roller and paintbrush with THIS paint.

It took 2 good coats, 3 in some areas.

I chose not to do a coat of poly for now. 

We really like the matte finish.

If I find that it isn't wearing well I will touch up and add a coat of sealer.

I'll also report back to let you know.

Sometimes sharing failure is just as helpful as sharing success.

For now, we look at it as a victory.

It's just so pretty