I did a little more painting this weekend.
I know, I just cannot get enough. I’ve been meaning to paint the bed since Ryan built it last August. This is it below, after Ryan built it. It is SOLID, which means, it ain’t going NOWHERE. Ever. If we sell this house, in like fifty years, it will be sold with the house.
In case you are wondering why we Ryan decided to build the frame for the bed instead of purchasing a frame, there are actually two reasons:
1. Ryan refused to buy the frame or a new bed.
2. Ryan was certain he could avoid paying for a box spring.
So, he did a little Internet research (is there any other kind?) and came across this little diddy. It actually ended up working quite perfectly, because the ceiling is relatively low upstairs, so it makes the ceiling look taller. Plus, it’s a really solid surface, and gives the mattress more support.
So – while I knew I would eventually paint it, the thought of moving everything out of the room and getting a drop cloth to go UNDER the 6,000 pound bed (I may exaggerate a little) kept me away from the task.
This was what I did instead – I put a ill-fitting bed skirt over it.
But, on Saturday morning, I was lying in bed, and I thought, “ENOUGH!”
So, I begged asked Ryan to help me pick up the bed to get a drop cloth under it. We took apart the bed and took the headboard off the wall….
I may get lamps. But, I kinda like the idea of end tables with almost nothing on them. I don’t know why. And, I’m definitely changing the items above the bed, based on your feedback a while back. I just haven’t done it yet.
(Sigh) I love it. I’m sorry if you have a problem with brown and black together. For some reason, I have an undying affection for the combination. I don’t think the photo does it justice – the black looks so sleek. I love the quilt tucked in. I just adore it.
It’s also, hands-down, the most masculine room in the house. If you don’t count the garage. Which I don’t because it’s not in the house.
What do you think? Am I crazy to combine brown and black???
Not that I will change it if you think I’m nuts, it would just be nice to have a little confirmation that I’m a loon.
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MyRunningJourney says
That looks AMAZING!!!!!!
Jennifer says
The color combo looks great together!!
Emily Ann says
I love it! You are just awesome.
PS-I’m pretty sure we have the same quilt on our bed. 🙂
kari says
I think it looks great!
Katie says
rules, shmooles…I love black and brown together…and if you like it, then that’s all that matters! I can’t believe he built that bed – looks really sturdy!
Mrs. Dirnberger says
I have brown and black together in my bedroom so I KNOW It looks amazing! No seriously, It all looks great..i love the black
Madeline says
Wow! GREAT job! It really looks good. And remember, it’s your house! You are allowed to like any color combination that makes your house feel like “home”!!
Lindsey says
LOVE IT!!!! I usually don’t like brown and black together, but this looks great!
Heather says
I like!! You did a great job.
Emily says
As a brunette who likes to wear black with a house full of black and brown, I’m totally in love with your bed. It looks so good, Kim!
What about sconces over the tables? Ikea has some wall sconces that swing (PB-esque for an IKEA price). That would keep things off the tables but give you light for your latest GoodReads book.
Jen M says
I think it looks amazing and the brown and black work really well together!