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Cream to White – Living Room

June 18, 2014 by Ashley Mayes 7 Comments

When I was painting the bathroom cabinets last month, I decided to tack on painting the crown moulding in the living room. We had previously painted the door jams, but hadn’t touched the crown moulding, hutch built-in or windows. The hutch built-in and windows still haven’t been touched, but the crown moulding is looking much better!

This is where we were before:

Living Room with Cream Moulding

Do you see the difference between the door jam and the crown moulding?

I wiped down the moulding and then gave it two coats of bright white paint.

Crown moulding cream to white and the difference it makes

It shouldn’t make that big of a difference, but it is so noticeable (well at least to us!).

Mid Century Chair in Living Room

Living Room with Blue Velvet Sofa

Foliage for decor

Living Room with Bright White Trim

For two hours of my time and $0 out of pocket, I’m wondering why I haven’t gotten on the built-in and windows! Call me crazy!

ps. If you’re wondering why you don’t see the other side of the living room…

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  1. [email protected]

    June 18, 2014 at 6:11 am

    There’s nothing like a fresh coat of white on trim and molding. I agree that it makes a big difference

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    • Ashley Mayes

      June 18, 2014 at 2:42 pm

      Thanks Julia! The hubs said that he didn’t think most people would notice the difference and I told him that I notice so that’s all that matters!

      Reply
  2. Katie @ Little House of Four

    June 18, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    Hi Ashley! I just came across your blog and love your style. Your home is gorgeous and I can’t wait to follow along!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      June 19, 2014 at 2:39 pm

      Hi Katie! Welcome! The house is definitely a work in progress, but we are getting there. =)

      Reply
  3. Jennifer @ Brave New Home

    June 20, 2014 at 12:46 am

    I always feel silly painting creams/beiges bright white but it does make such a difference! Haha, that’s how I take photos for my blog, too ; ] The mess usually just lies on the other side of the room.

    Reply
  4. Amy W

    June 20, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    What a transformation! Looks great!

    Reply
    • Ashley Mayes

      June 21, 2014 at 8:34 am

      Thanks Amy! Sometimes, it’s the little projects that can make you smile.

      Reply

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