Author: oakandgrain.refinishing
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Iron Abode Roux Shelving: Stylish & Functional Storage
Over the last few months, we’ve been updating our dining room, and while there are so many features I love, the biggest transformation came from adding a bistro shelf. Spoiler: this beauty completely changed and elevated the space and it’s one of my favorite features! Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Iron Abode. As always, all opinions…
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Our Sliding Door Upgrade with ProVia: A Pinch-Me Moment
There are home upgrades that make you stop and think, why didn’t we do this sooner? For us, that moment came when we swapped out our tired old back door for a brand-new sliding glass door from ProVia as part of our dining room makeover. And let me tell you – it’s been one of…
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How to Make a Faux Stone Wall that Looks Realistic
Don’t get me wrong… I love our kitchen and have very few, if any, regrets. However, this blank window wall always bothered me. May it was the curtains…? But even when I changed them out it seemed just a bit too sterile, too flat. It needed something… but what? For a few years I’ve considered…
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Simple White Painted Dresser Makeover
There’s something special about taking an old piece of furniture and giving it a completely fresh look while keeping its original charm intact. This maple chest of drawers had beautiful bones and solid construction, but the red-toned finish felt dated and heavy. My client wanted a bright, timeless transformation. The client request: crisp white paint on the body with a stained, natural top…
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Making a New Kitchen Feel Old with Vintage-Inspired Touches
There’s an undeniable charm in older, vintage kitchens. I just feel so many new kitchens feel sterile and are missing that nostalgic warmth that looks like it should smell like a freshly baked pie. Incorporating vintage touches in a new kitchen can create a unique and inviting space that gives off that warmth and timeless…
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Best Front Door Colors for Light Blue Houses
Choosing the best front door colors for a light blue house can be both exciting and intimidating. Your entry door isn’t just a practical necessity – it’s the focal point of your home’s exterior and a chance to express your style. Whether you’re going for a classic look, a bold statement, or something timeless and charming, your front door paint color can dramatically influence your curb appeal.…
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Bold Curtain Ideas: A Case for Statement Window Treatments
Lately, I’ve been loving the bold curtain vibes. While airy, linen curtains in soft neutrals have their place, but there’s something so grounding about curtains with visual weight. Maybe you, too, are craving something that adds depth, frames your windows with intention, and makes your space feel more designed rather than just decorated. If so,…
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How to Hang Something Heavy on the Side of a Fridge Panel
So you’ve got a beautiful kitchen with a sleek built-in look, tall units, and the kind of kitchen cabinets that would make Pinterest proud. But then there it is—the sad, lonely side of the fridge. Just sitting there. Doing nothing. Wasting its vertical potential. That was me, staring at our built-in new fridge, a sleek stainless steel beauty, until I decided enough was…
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From Mood Board to Reality: Our Small Dining Room Plan
Every good dining room design plan starts with a need—and ours was simple: we needed more space and more storage! Our old dining setup was functional but cramped. With stools along the peninsula and a traditional dining table setup, there just wasn’t enough room to comfortably walk between the two zones. Cue the sideways scooting and awkward…
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How to Pick the Perfect Counter Stools for a White Kitchen
The other day my work friend, Meg reached out requesting help finding the perfect countertop stools for her white kitchen. Which obviously led to a deep dive into counter stools across the vast internet. She has a white kitchen which is a blank canvas—clean, timeless, and endlessly versatile. But when it comes to adding interest or warmth,…