Work. Work. Work. { Painting and A Bungalow Project Gets a New Address }

So, our porch is actually making some vivid progress now, and I’d like to share these photos.  Our rails are painted once (one more coat to go!) Last week, I really had difficulty honing in on the right photos from my previous post to inspire our porch.  Just a side note here to say thanks each of you who helped me comment on the pictures.  Especially Mike for putting up with me and coming along for the ride; Hollie… I love your input and your New Old Craftsman; and Jojeana at Secret Garden Cottage… your comments are really appreciated and blog is full of amazing ideas! THANKS!!

Well, the inspiration winner is definitely Riverside Cottage!!

Before:

And, one coat of paint and primer later:

Our bungalow also got a “new address” this weekend! 

Before: Black, painted, rotten wood numbers.

After: New floating numbers.

Thanks for stopping by and sharing in the joy of our new home! 

Always, Natalie

Project Update: { Porch & Inspiration }

The porch rails are now primed a beautiful white!  Next, we will completely paint the rails; tear out the carpet, clean, and etch and paint or stain the porch floor; paint the door; and hopefully, hang a swing! 

Before I can move forward, I am trying to complete the color scheme, and I am having trouble deciding what color to paint the door: red, black, or other.  What are your thoughts? 

Some of my inspiration:

 { House Beautiful }

{ Classic, Black Front Door Inspiration }

The Front Porch at Riverside Cottage

Where you swing…

or rock…

Melaine’s Door at My Sweet Savannah

Paula Deen's Door 

{ Red Inspiration }

See the Red Door on Charles Moore's Arlington Bungalow? This cutie was named Best Remodel in Southern Living!

 

 Karla's Door

I am dreaming of relaxing on the front porch, but my lasagna is calling!

Always, Natalie