I've been wanting to update my kitchen chandelier for quite some time. Everytime I find something I like, I either can't afford it, or I can't see spending that much money on it. So, here is my solution.
I found this brass chandelier at our local Habitat for Humanity restore. I liked the shape, but not the shiny brass. As you can see the price was within my budget, ($15.00) and the dust was free.
I took it home, took off the bulbs and white collor things that simulate candles, and taped the sockets so they didn't get clogged with paint. I purchased some flat black paint, hung the light in the garage, and sprayed numerous very light coats of paint. Once I was confident I hadn't missed any spots I added some finish.
Now I have to get it installed. Once I do, I'll post a picture of it in my kitchen, so you can see how good it looks with my decor. I think it looks great, and it conly ost me $23.00 total.
Thanks for stopping by.
Now I have to get it installed. Once I do, I'll post a picture of it in my kitchen, so you can see how good it looks with my decor. I think it looks great, and it conly ost me $23.00 total.
6 comments:
Looks great! Much better black.
Love it ...do u ever wonder why they always make stuff out of shiny cheap brass looking stuff I mean does it really go with anything and do ppl really like it? lol Cant wait to see pics of it hanging up !
Heeeeeeeeeeeeey! You did the same chandelier I did on Monday! Very cool, and I love it!
What a great find. You did such a wonderful job of renewing it. Cannot wait to see it in your kitchen.
Love everything! Black does look so much better than shinny brass!
oop .... that was me - Janice
Post a Comment