- *Easiest paint job ever. One coat and 15 minutes of touch up. I first saw this paint at Bryn’s last week. The paint had built-in primer, but I was still skeptical. I thought it would take at least 2 coats to cover the brown, but not so. It didn’t drip, dried beautifully and even and was low VOC so it didn’t gag me with its smell. When it covered so well, I thought it was dry and show the sponge marks through it. But, no. I was shocked and thrilled. If you are painting, RUN, do not walk, do not pass go…. RUN to Home Depot and buy Behr Premium Plus Ultra. (And, Mrs. Behr, call me. I will be your spokesperson. Please, and thank you.)
- The rooms I like best in the house are blues or greens. Isn’t that funny? So, that’s why I chose this color. I wanted to kitchen to be my favorite room in the house.
- The color is color matched to Restoration Hardware’s Silver Sage. I’ve liked this color since seeing it in plenty of blog homes. A good mix of grey and blue and green. And, somehow quite neutral. So, when I was in Kansas City in January, I picked up a sample. Home Depot color matched it in satin finish. I wanted it to be wipeable, but I didn’t want it to be shiny, since the color is somewhat innately reflective. One blogger who has used this color all over her lovely home is Linda at Restyled Home. And, if it’s good enough for Linda, it’s good enough for me. Take a look at her living room and bedroom.
- Having lovely painted walls makes me realize that I need to touch up the white trim. It hasn’t happened (and probably won’t for a while).
- I didn’t tape it off with painter’s tape. I was too impatient and I never use tape. I find it more of a hassle than it’s worth. Especially with light colors that easily wipe off trim. I find Clorox wipes to be perfect to wipe off paint, better than paper towels. I use an angled brush to cut-in around trim and the ceiling.
- The texture on the walls is more visible, which makes Ryan iffy about the paint. He loves the color but fears that the imperfections are more noticeable. I’ve decided that it’s an old home, and it’s okay to have the plaster walls look less than perfect. Ryan’s still on the fence.
- The reason I held off painting for so long (I’ve been considering this for more than a year) is that I was afraid that the countertops would clash with the blue-grey. But, I think that the wall colors actually looks better with the browns, and really brings out the maple in the cabinets and the bright colors of the Fiestaware .
I love it. Dying of adoration. I’ve walked into the kitchen every 15 minutes since painting to smile and pat myself on the back. And sing, “Go Kim, go Kim, it’s your birthday. Paint the kitchen.” (I swear, I sing that song.)
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Hannah says
Hi, is there anyway you could send me the numbers on the label of the paint? Love love, love the paint and am looking to paint in a few days.
Love your blog, just discovered it! I really hope you have a few minutes to send me this info.
Thanks a bunch!
Kim Woodward says
Hannah – I’m afraid we don’t live in the house anymore and left all the paint behind. Sorry I can’t be more help.
Jill Thompson says
I love the color. Looking to go to restoration hardware in Chicago thus weekend. But is tbs color light silver sage or silver sage?
Kim Woodward says
It should be regular silver sage (not light).
Jill Thompson says
Thank you! Love it!
Amber Rae says
I’m totally loving this color!! There is no Restoration Hardware any where close to me. Do you happen to have the formula that Home Depot used to color match??
Amber
araedub@gmail.com
Susan says
I painted my kitchen in St. Louis that wonderful Silver Sage from RH. I’m now living in TX and need that color again, but no RH handy. Would you please send me the formula? Thank you!!
Kristin says
Do you have the formula on the can? Please please please share!
Kristin says
Any Chance you still have the painters #s for the color? I love it and since there is no Restoration Hardware near me to buy the paint, I want to have it matched, but am also scared printing off the sheet won’t give me the exact match.
Please please please share what color code they uses to match it!
Jae says
do you by any chance still have the forumula on the can? I want to color match to Behr paint as welk, but I don’t have a sample.
Thanks!
Desiree says
It’s all so cute! What does the rest of the sign say above the window? Eat dessert…
~Alison~ says
I love your kitchen, so sweet! I may have to print a picture and put it on my fridge for inspiration. We’ll be painting the house soon.
Mandy says
Beautiful paint! Great job – it looks SO MUCH BETTER! I don’t know why sponging always sounds like a good idea…
I’ve SO been there.
Freckles Chick says
Another ringing endorsement for Behr Premium Plus Ultra (talk about cramming adjectives into one name)! The painters used it for our house exterior and raved about it.
(I don’t tape either–such a waste of time!)
Freckles Chick says
GORGEOUS GORGEOUS GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!
So chic and serene. It’s beautiful w/ your cabinets. I’m in love w/ that clock too!
I don’t see any wall imperfections so tell R that FC approves. Because I’m sort of a big deal. Dammit, where’s that sarcasm font?!!
Stacy says
Looks fantastic! And I’m with you on the tape – such a hassle…great job!
Oonafey says
I think it is gorgeous! I am glad you had such a wonderful experience with the Behr paint, I definitely didn’t. Our Dining Room walls were light grey/blue and textured – it took three coats of Behr Ultra. Ick. I really love the silverware clock!
Laura says
What a pretty color. A new coat of paint makes a world of difference. Where did you get the EAT sign above your door? I love it!
Leah says
clorox wipes work good to wipe off paint, BUT baby wipes are cheaper. 🙂
Kristi says
That is a really great color. I love how fresh it makes your kitchen look. I also love all of your kitchen accessories! Too cute.
The Brick Cottage says
Oh, it’s lovely! We also have plastered walls with some imperfections–it bothered me at first (and admittedly still does on occasion) but I’ve grown to accept them. It is an old house and imperfections are part of it. Your kitchen now looks so soothing and fresh–a place I’d for sure want to spend time in!
Stephanie says
love it! very clean and crisp. perfect job
Restyled Home says
Kim, your kitchen looks so beautiful! Thanks for the shout-out…it really is a great colour, isn’t it? I love what you did, you must be so glad you bit the bullet and did it!
Cheers,
Linda
Jenny @ Anything Pretty says
Love the color! I had heard some good things about that paint and your review makes me want to try it even more. Hmmmm…what to paint?
Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says
Thanks for all the kind words. You know how to make a girl’s head get big(ger than normal).
The spice rack is also from BB&B, and apparently the clock is, too. Although I don’t actually remember.
The Eat sign is from Pier One. I picked up two (Eat and Dream) on sale for $9.99 a few months ago. I couldn’t pass them up.
The leather bag is from LL Bean, courtesy of my favorite mother and father in law.
Hope this answers all questions. =)
Leigh says
PS- Love the “eat” sign- did you make it?
Leigh says
That is fantastic! I love the color, and it totally works with all the other elements. Thank you for mentioning the Behr primer/paint mix but John was turned off by the cost (and the amount we need since we need so much), but your post helped him change his mind (insert my sign of relief). When you painted the whole house (trim, ceiling, etc.), how long did it take? That is what we need to do and I’m trying to plan to get it done before moving day. Sorry- that was so long.
Lauren says
I love the color! It reminds me of the color in my kitchen. I want to know where you got those cute birds on the window and where you got that great spice rack??
Kristen @ Miss Prissy Paige says
Love the new color! And I hate taping off for paint too, I just go for it! I’ll have to try the Clorox wipes next time.
Emily says
Oh I love it!! Your kitchen looks so inviting by the way, makes me want to go in there and start baking or just sit by the window with some tea talking with friends 🙂
Jennifer says
Your kitchen is fabulous but that new color just makes it even more amazing!! I LOVE it!!
micah @ the yellow front door says
Love the color – great choice!
Joi says
It looks great, K! M husband always laughs at my saying, “Why be modest when you can be honest?”
It’s not bragging. You did a great job!
Sarah D says
BEAutiful. And, I’m mildly….ok extremely OBSESSED with that clock!
Sarah D says
BEAutiful. And, I’m mildly….ok extremely OBSESSED with that clock!
SarahKL says
Very exciting what a coat of paint can do for a room! I have a feeling that our kitchen will be the first room repainted too… 🙂
Also I love the clock and remembered seeing it at Bed Bath & Beyond, in case anyone wants to get one of their own. It’s too cute!
Stephanie says
I love the redo. So fresh and awake looking. Love it. Wait, I already said that.
alyssa says
Looks great! Would you mind posting (or emailing me) a picture of the color formula on the can? Thanks
-Alyssa
alyssamazing@gmail
mrs.messi says
Your kitchen looks great! Perfect color choice and I LOVE the clock from your mom!
Kelly says
Love the color! It looks very fresh!
longbrakeliving says
Love it and think it looks great with the counters!
Our walls have an older, plaster-type finish on them, but I still paint them solid colors in eggshell. I love my walls “pock-marks!” I agree with you, the house is older and this is what its supposed to look like!
Leah says
nice new color. wondering where you got your spice rack??
Leigh @ Kesler Expressler says
I love that color, too, and it looks wonderful in your kitchen!
cheryl says
wow, what transformation from when you guys moved in. You had the same mustard yellow we did when we first moved into our home:) too funny. Our kitchen is now more a sage green also. a little more grey than green but very similar to your kitchen. Love the EAT letters above your backdoor. Did you make those?
ashley morgan says
It looks fantastic! The color is beautiful. Blues, greens and grays are my favorite too.
Ally says
I like it! I think sagey colors are so kitcheny. Good choice. And I agree with you about imperfections in older homes. I think they are charming.
Emily Kate says
Looks great! A big improvement – much crisper!
Jenny @ Words on Wendhurst says
It’s soothing and neutral, and calm and serene. And fresh and modern. all in one. 🙂 Love the color,and I have to confess, I love it WAY more than the sponge job. 😉 And, I love the fork and spoon clock. So whimsical!
Meredith Travels says
Oh I LOVE LOVE LOVE the change too! I think it brightens the room but is really calming.
Great choice!
And as for the imperfections in the plaster being more visible I think that’s one of the great parts of living in an old home.
Shannon says
I love the color! Very nice new look. Amazing how just a gallon of paint can transform a room.
Centsational Girl says
Kim, that is incredible ! One coat of paint in a kitchen, and what a transformative effect. I cannot get enough of that color, I adore it. I’ve used in in my powder bath and I’m still delighted with it. I’m like you ! I find soothing greens and gray blues are the most serene colors on the walls for my home too. And BTW, that clock is unbelievable ! What I would pay to have a clock like that – it’s so perfect for your kitchen. And that picket fence coat rack is TDF.
🙂 Kate
carrie says
I like it A LOT!! Reminds me of our bedroom color (BM Quiet Moments) but a little more green. Very nice. (And way better than the sponge paint; sorry.)
heather s. says
Looks great! I used Behr primer/paint in my basement and LOVED it. I also used it when I painted my doors but since the doors required so many coats I didn’t truly appreciate it until I painted the basement. It still took two coats for me but that’s only because I was painting on brand new drywall that soaks up the paint.
Jennifer says
love silver sage (not sure why I don’t have it in my house, now that I think about it) and LOVE this! and I’m totally with you on the wall texture, it’s an old house, no one expects it to be perfectly smooth.
Emily says
I love this color and I love it in your kitchen – what a difference!
BabiesandBargains says
Looks awesome I love the shelves above the window! I never noticed those before
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Shannon says
Ohhhh yeah, that looks good Kim, real good. In fact, I love it. And your kitchen makes me happy, its very homey/cozy. And please tell me you do some sort of 90’s dance when your singing. I picture that. And I want it to be true.
Ashlee Wetherington says
my mom is a housepainter, and told me to use behr paint plus primer when i did our guest room chocolate brown over neon green. one coat and it was pretty much perfect! it was like pudding 🙂
LizzieBeth says
I LOVE that clock! I know you said it was a hand-me-down, but I am totally eyeing it up and down!
LB
Nicole Peterson says
Love the new color. Great choice. And because I am a purse fanatic where did you get that lovely leather bag hanging by the door?
Mom says
Looks fresh & clean Kim. It really turned out good. I love it!
Erin @ Domestic Adventure says
I love the color, Kim! And I love that you sing to yourself…! And thanks for the rave review of the paint. I might go for that kind when I paint our bathroom.
Cindy @The Flipping Couple says
I LOOOOVE the new color!! It’s so calming, even through my computer screen. Great work…definitely worth it!!