I’m back with a One Room Challenge update. I’m sorry, did someone say, “Week 3?” Why is it that time goes by quickly in general, but when you have a deadline it seems to go at warp speed? I am actually really excited about all of the progress we have made in our son’s room. Our to-do list is still long, but the room is beginning to take shape and that is really exciting. Let’s jump right in. Oh, if you are just joining the fun, this challenge is hosted by Linda and you can get caught up to speed right here.
Don’t mind the fancy paint clothes. Whenever I wear this my daughter says, “Oh, what are you painting, mom?!” She knows I only paint in this which cracks me up. We went with the tried and true Pale Oak by Benjamin Moore. I LOVED his white walls but with a reclaimed wood wall going in, I wanted to add a bit of color. And after years of painting experience, I like to roll first and edge last.
While I worked on painting the room, my handy husband worked on casing the small window. We wanted the window molding to pop from the wood wall.
Notice the one flying bird that is still on the wall. It is the only part of my son’s tree decal that has not fallen off of the wall. Huge sentimental significance to this and I am excited to share how we plan to incorporate the bird in the new room. Stay tuned.
As soon as the paint dried, my husband was hard at work wiring for the new sconce sponsored by Bellacor. I LOVE this light. This man deserves a medal. This was a total pain in the you know what. There were weird firewalls going on and he had to drill a crazy amount of holes. He patched them all with drywall but luckily this wall is getting covered in wood so it didn’t matter. Onward and upward!
Squeal! This wood is my favorite part of the room. Look at that texture!!! Stikwood was gracious enough to split this expense with us. If you haven’t heard of it, you can read all about it here. Basically it is reclaimed wood that has adhesive backing so it sticks to the wall. Other than cutting each piece to the necessary length, it was peel and stick.
It was definitely a family operation. We had pieces all over the bed and floor and my daughter helped pick out which piece should go next (trying to vary the colors and grains). Then I would measure and my husband would do the cutting. I was the one who kept things level and stuck them all to the wall. Oh, our son. . . he ran around playing. At the end of the day, we couldn’t be more thrilled with how it turned out.
We did the entire wall in one day. It was so much fun to see it come together. This is your sneak peek for now. I’ll be so excited for you to see the whole wall during the reveal. And well, right now, there are heaps of tools and junk all over the place. We have basically used Grady’s room as the work space for each project so it’s definitely a hot mess outside of these shots!
After pouring over my inspiration photos from week one, I realized that the dresser in Emily’s design was exactly what I needed in the space. No, not an actual dresser. . . but the contrasting drawers. I just adore that piece and decided our son’s bed was the perfect way to incorporate that look in this design. And to be honest, the white bed, while a much needed contrast with the wood wall, needed some warming up. So it was time to choose a paint color.
You would think that I would have had enough experience by now not to blow the paint thing. Nope. Not only did I send my hubby to get a quart of Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore (wrong color for this project) but I went on to test three more. Than I stood in Grady’s room and looked at his little map dresser I made years ago. The perfect deep navy. It was there the whole time in the room. Hello! Luckily I had this blog post to look back at so I could see what color I used (it’s convenient chronicling all of these projects). And the story of how I found the color in this post made me smile. I had completely forgotten that it was all due to my baby boy. So in the end we went with Galaxy Black.
Here’s the fancy behind the scenes. Luckily the drawers come out and the three faux drawer fronts unscrew so it was easier to prep and paint them. I was able to prime them, wait 45 minutes and then apply the Galaxy Black.
These drawers make me smile like crazy. I am obsessed with how they turned out. The bed has a very slick finish so I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to get a great finish but I lightly sanded them and then used BIN Primer. Worked like a charm. Two coats of Galaxy Black later we have a whole new look. The hardware really pops now as well. I’m getting so excited!!!! Progress, progress, progress!
The other work in progress is a desk Ryan has started. It’s a labor of love and he is fitting in building time after work. I will show you that next week. Other than that, we are just sort of exhausted!
Sadly, even though I crossed off a lot, I added a couple of more items. But that’s ok! If it’s on my list than I know I will actually get to it.
What We Need To Accomplish
remove bead boardpaintreplace baseboardscase the windowwire for the new sconce- turn his closet back into a closet
- make a desk
- add more lighting
add a focal wall- find a new dresser
- create a reading corner
paint the bed- hang drapes
- have fun doing it all (said with a hopeful heart)
Catch Up On Past Weeks Here
Week One: Before Photos and Interview Video
Follow Along With These Talented Ladies
Week 3! I thought you’d skipped a week but then I realised it was me who was behind! I’ve had a crazy, upsetting week with family matters but I’m about to get all caught up on your Week 2 post. I love the feature wall and as for the bed make-over: absolutely adore!
I can’t wait for the rest of the ORC posts
xKx
Oh no, Kelly. I’m so so sorry. I hope things are smoothing out. Thanks for popping in despite such a rough time. xo
Ok I’m trying to comment on my phone so hopefully this works but I couldn’t read this and not say something. ALL THE HEART EYES!! I love what I’m seeing!!! And I’ll bet G does too! You are he best momma! I may steal that plank wall idea for H one day… tutorial? Or fly to GA and do it for me?
also, the blue on the drawers looks amazing. This room is going to be great! Also, ps. I love that you said “complete the room with a happy heart” because I know you mean it! Such a sweet spirit you are. Love you, friend!
I love you, Michelle. I could feel your emotion in your comment and I want to reach through the screen and hug you. I think it’s better to do a wall with a friend so I’ll just fly out and hang out while you install it, mmmkay?!!!
Love watching how you are putting this together. There is so much I want to do in my house and I just don’t no where to start!
Thanks, Julie! One step at a time. There is much we want to do over here and I know the overwhelmed feeling. Thanks for following along.
Sooooooo adorable!! I love it!!
Thanks, Emily. Thank you for the inspiration!!!!! xoxo
I love those drawers. The colors are nice and I think they’re so perfect for a boy’s room. I really can’t wait to see the “after” of this room.
Thank you, Lynndee. We are relieved and excited to see it coming together.
That wall is amazing and the bed is wonderful with the black drawers. Looking good.
Oh thank you, Marty. We really do go in and stare at that wall. I think we are all jealous of G’s room now.
Court!!! OMG! You’ve done so much! I’m OB-sessed with Stikwood and this is the perfect room for it. And that galaxy black is perrrrrfect!
Thanks, doll. I am just excited we got it up there and it’s straight! I was worried. Ha! So fun doing this with you. Miss you!
OHEMGEE…love the wood wall! And how awesome is peel and stick reclaimed wood!! Sure beats driving to the country and rounding up old board filled with rusty nails! #tetnusanyone
It’s seriously the best stuff ever. We are all obsessed over here!!! I find Ryan in there just hanging out!
That feature wall looks amazing!!
Thanks, girlie. You have to come over in December! xo
it all looks AMAZING! I’m totally going to check out Stikwood for my kids’ bathroom- the wall above the vanity with some swanky mirrors in front. Pretty sure that my “honey do” list just got a bit longer. Oops. ????
Oh I LOVE that idea. Like majorly love that idea. I secretly want to put it everywhere but can’t take away from this room. HIGHLY recommend.
I love that the Galaxy Black looks a bit navy. Can’t wait to see it all come together!
Yes!!! It’s a black that has a touch of blue and green so it appears navy. Great color.
Wow! The wall and bed look AMAZING. I can’t believe that wood sticks rignt on.. So cool. I will have to remember that one.
Thank you, Naomi. We are thrilled to see it coming along. Step by step!
The peel and stick wood is genius and your drawers are SO perfect. I can’t wait to check back next week!
Thanks, girlie. Love following along with your space.. . . happy to see the drywall! xo
Looove the wood wall- can’t wait to see the whole thing!
Thanks, Meredith! We are anxious to wrap it up and get to the accessorizing! The really fun part, right?
That reclaimed wood wall is seriously amazing! Holy cow and you did it yourself?! Going to be an adorable room!
xo
cristin
It has been a team effort for sure! Thank goodness I have the help. We definitely have a long DIY list. Eeek. So fun doing this with you.
This is going to be amazing!!! The walk rocks and the blue is fabulous!
Why thank you, friend. I hope it all comes out like I see it in my head!
It is really coming along and looking so great Courtney! I love that the one bird is still on the wall there and so sweet that you are keeping it in the new room. I remember the signifigance of it. So sweet, meaningful, special and yes, very sentimental. The room is a true labor of love. You and your hubby are quite the team!
Thank you, Allison. It’s a bit different how we are keeping it but I am excited to share. Love you, friend.
Oh man I love that dresser!
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Such a handsome wall treatment. Love how this is coming together. You have excellent help!
Thank you, Linda! It’s been so much fun working on this as a family. So excited to be on this adventure with everyone.
I’m dying over that wall! How amazing that those wood pieces are peel and stick! I got a kick out of seeing that lone bird – James’ Cars stickers are still up in the nursery!
Oh that’s funny. Thanks, mama. So fun doing this with you. I am loving all of the updates!
You got so much accomplished this week! The wall and the bed look amazing… keep going, you’re half way there!
Thanks for the pep talk! I do feel like we need to just push for a little bit longer! Getting closer!!!!
Who would have thought the wood was peel and stick? Genius! And love the two colours of paint on the drawers. Can’t wait to see this come together.
Right?! I almost flipped when I discovered it. So easy and looks so legit. Thanks for the sweet comment.
Oh boy….those reclaimed walls! Unbelievable! I need some ASAP! Brilliant idea girl:)
You do! I LOVE it. Thanks, Sherry. Loved your update this week, too!
Drooling over those drawers!
Oh, thank you. I am really excited how it broke up the white and transformed the look. Appreciate your stopping in and commenting. xo
those walls!!!! those drawers!!!!! next week is gonna be aMAYYYYzing!
Thanks, lady!!! It’s fun to see all of these spaces shaping up. Can hardly wait for the reveals. Good luck this week.
Hi – where did you get the gold drawer pulls? Thanks!
It looks so fab!!! I love the bed drawers so much! I am dying to try a white wood version of the stickiwood, in my kitchen! I can’t wait to see this room’s finished product! I bet G is so pumped with how it’s looking! XO!
Very nice!!! I love the easy stick reclaimed wood on the wall as well as the galaxy black against the white of the bed. Love at first sight indeed. My hubby and I are looking for beds with storage and I couldn’t help but notice your son’s bed. I’m hoping to find something like it which would be GREAT for my girls’ room. Where did you get that bed?
Love all this! I have 3 boys
I noticed you removed the baseboard trim? Did I miss something…are you painting that too?