While I was working on my fireplace makeover I found a fireplace screen at the Peddler’s Mall. Ya’ll know my firebox is the biggest in the world. I was shocked that I found one to actually fit the opening to my fireplace.
Here it is in all it’s ugliness. Did I mention that I got it from Joey’s booth. The price? $3.96, one whole dollar under my limit.
If you actually read the directions on a can of spray paint, it actually says you should clean your item. So out came the bucket of sudsy water.
I clean her up really well, and let her dry for a day before I attacked her with this:
Krylon Brushed Metallic Satin Oil Rubbed Bronze. Loot from my swag bag!
Here it is in her new home. You might want to check out my spindle candlesticks
I still can’t believe it fit so perfectly! Faux window how to.
I also can’t believe how much better it looks black!
That paint is awesome!
I have cleaned for two full days on my garage and shed. I am exhausted! Am I done? you ask. NO! I ran out of daylight, and had to just start throwing stuff back in, due to the fact it is supposed to rain Thursday. I will definitely be finishing it the very next pretty day we have. I put a few things to the curb, and some of it was picked up pretty quickly. There are some things that are on the “iffy” list. Crib ends being one of them. I have about 6 ends (Jenny Lynn style). I also have a lot of spindles from another crib I parted out. I saved those for now, but I think the crib ends will be hitting the curb later in the week. I did take a little time out to work on a project. I’ve needed to use some spray adhesive and I can’t do it when it is damp/rainy.
gailEDITED TO ADD: I do not burn wood in my fireplace. The paint I used is NOT high heat. If you plan to paint a screen for a working fireplace, please use paint that is intended for that purpose.
Gail,
It turned out beautiful. I love all of the detail at the bottom. Perfect fit too.Looks like it was custom made.
Hugs,
Lee Laurie
Gail,
I cannot believe how perfectly that fits either! Amazing! And it looks sooo good there. You fireplace is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you so much for linking up to my party!
Blessings,
Traci
Love it! What a fabulous find and incredible transformation! I have the same issue with our fireplace screen - only we use ours, so it will have to be the right paint. But, you have taken the leap and proven it CAN be done, and look great!