Let the sunshine filter through my hand-painted ca Let the sunshine filter through my hand-painted cafe curtains ☀️🤎
My kitchen windows have never looked better! 
#customdecor #homeinspo #windowtreatments #cafecurtains #paintedcurtains #homestyle
Happy October 👻!!! It’s officially spooky sea Happy October 👻!!! It’s officially spooky season in our house and Penny is here to get things started! 
She may be worried and probably over her ghost costume (and me 🤭) but she’s excited for what this new month will bring! 
#halloween #ghosttrend #ghostphotoshoot #dogsofinstagram #dogcostume #fallporchdecor
Every time I look at these bookshelves I’m remin Every time I look at these bookshelves I’m reminded of where they came from and how long they’ve come. It doesn’t even look like the same piece! 
This was one of those things that I was willing to make work  because they were a perfect size! Despite all the flaws, I was able to fix them and create a beautiful piece again and I think that makes them ten times better 🤎
#builtins #diybookshelves #fbmarketplace #interiordesign #bookcase #bookshelfstyling #diyprojects #facebookmarketplace #secondhandfurniture
This is by far my most favorite fall porch decor I This is by far my most favorite fall porch decor I’ve done! All thanks to the grapevine arch! Head over to my stories as I share more details on how I created the arch 🍂
Different size Grapevine wreaths, faux florals and faux pumpkins from @michaelsstores 
Grapevine Garland from @joann_stores 
Mums from @homedepot 
#fallporchdecor #porchgoals #falldecor #fallvibes #falldecor #porchdecor #frontporchdecor
While I’m ready to embrace fall, I couldn’t he While I’m ready to embrace fall, I couldn’t help but look back at all of the fun projects I worked on this summer!
From simple decor DIYs to major projects (hello, built-ins, I’m looking at you!), it was a summer full of learning new techniques and skills. 
Did you tackle any DIY this summer?
#summerproject #summerprojects #diyhome #diyhomeprojects #cozyhomedecor #behrpaint
It’s the first day of Fall and we’re getting a It’s the first day of Fall and we’re getting a front-row seat to fall’s beauty right on my porch! 🍂 
The grapevine wreath arch is definitely my favorite! And we can’t forget all the beautiful mums! This year for pumpkin season we did a mix of faux and real pumpkins and it’s pretty hard to tell the difference! 
Thanks to @dustin_patrick_smith & @bbbuffaloe for the pumpkin vine inspiration on TikTok! 
#fallporchdecor #autumnvibes #porchgoals #fallhomedecor #falldecor
Making this cozy corner in my living room was a la Making this cozy corner in my living room was a labor of love, and I am still so so happy with how it turned out. 
Each project helped to make the space come together perfectly. 
Did you catch all of these DIYs in my feed?
#diyhomeprojects #diybuiltins #builtins #cozycorner #diyhomedecorating #behrpaint
This decoupaged pumpkin is the epitome of fall cha This decoupaged pumpkin is the epitome of fall charm 🍂. 
Initially, I wanted to press my own leaves onto the pumpkin but they have yet to turn color this year. So I purchased napkins with printed fall leaves and flowers, grabbed some Mod Podge and turned this ordinary pumpkin into a work of art! 
I’ve linked everything I used for this project on my LTK so make sure to check it out and give this easy craft a try! 
https://liketk.it/4j6rT
#decoupage #falldecor #pumpkindecor #falldiy #diyfalldecor #craftyideas
I’m always in awe at the drastic change a little I’m always in awe at the drastic change a little paint can do. This time I painted my cafe curtains that went from bland to charming. 
They look like they belong in a cute English Cottage and the fact that they’re one of a kind with the stencil I chose makes it even better! 
I also used Rub n Buff on the rod and the clips I purchased which made it so much better! 
#fabricpainting #cafecurtains #windowtreatments #paintedfabric #diycurtains #joannfabrics
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DIY Projects · December 13, 2022

How to paint baseboard heater covers

Do you have old and rusty baseboard heater covers? Did you know you can give them a major update by spray painting them? I’ve done this twice now in two different apartments and would recommend it every time! It saves so much money! They look like brand new covers once they’re painted too. Here’s how to paint baseboard heater covers.

Whenever I’am working on a design for a home and there are baseboard heaters my first thought is to paint them! I love the idea of keeping what’s there and just making it look better, like these flat panel doors I added molding to.

You can always purchase these baseboard covers that look more modern but the cost adds up and it can turn out to be pretty expensive. So to save cost, painting them is my go to!

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Step 1: Remove Covers

Be sure to turn off your heat. I like to remove the covers and lay them all out outside (weather permitting) and spray them all at once.

First, label your covers. You can number them with a pencil on the inside of the cover or write what room they belong in.

Start by removing the caps at the ends or any corner pieces. The covers are held in with brackets. To remove the cover, simply lift it up and pull out.

Above the cover is a damper. You can remove this part as well but I usually keep it in place and just make sure I tilt it down before painting. I never remove the part that’s attached to the wall its pretty difficult and can cause damage to the wall.

Step 2: Wipe

Wipe your covers to remove any dust or debris. No need to scrub the cover clean, just a quick wipe before sanding is all you need.

After removing the covers, use a vacuum to get any dust that’s been hiding behind there. Unless of course you’re an overachiever and remove your baseboard covers to clean behind it from time to time.

Step 3: Sand

Using a 100 grit sand paper, lightly sand the covers. This will ensure better adhesion of the paint and will also smooth out the any areas that have slight rust on it.

I also used a razor to carefully scrape off paint drips that were on the covers.

If your covers have been painted be sure that its lead free. If you are unsure, take the proper steps to ensure its done properly and safely.

Step 4: Clean

Take a damp rag and clean the baseboard covers well. For my latest project the covers were in pretty good condition so I throughly cleaned them. But for my last covers I sprayed, they were in pretty bad condition.

I scrubbed them with a wire brush to smooth out lots of rusty patches.

While the covers dry after cleaning, prep your area.

Step 5: Prep Area

When spraying the covers inside make sure to wear a mask.

Protect the surrounding area from over spray using a drop cloth or contractor’s paper. I’ve also used pre taped painter’s plastic.

In other instances, I’ve just used a cardboard box against the wall to move along as I spray.

Step 6: Paint

There are a couple options for which paint to use. You can spray it with Rustoleum High Heat spray.

Another option and my preferred spray is Rustoleum Painter’s Touch Paint and Primer. I like the gloss finish on it and that its a paint and primer. You can do a matte finish but gloss is easier to clean.

You can also paint thew covers by hand but I like to spray it to avoid any brush strokes and it goes a lot faster when you spray.

Spray all the covers and let dry. I did two coats and it was enough coverage.

If you’re spraying for long periods of time I highly recommend this Can gun tool. This will save you from you’re hand or finger hurting after lots of time spraying.

I used it when we painted our radiators and it made it so much easier.

Here’s what one of the covers looked like after I cleaned it, right before spraying.

And here it is after spraying. So much better now!

Step 7: Place Covers Back

Wait a few hours, or if you can, a day to place the covers back. This will give the paint some time to cure.

Place your covers and end caps back on and now you have baseboard heaters that look brand new. It makes such a big difference!

Instead of replacing all the baseboard heaters all you need are a few supplies, some spray paint and you have yourself covers that look brand new!

Its fairly easy to paint baseboard heater covers, there’s just some prep work that needs to be done. The results and money you save makes it so worth it!

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Let the sunshine filter through my hand-painted ca Let the sunshine filter through my hand-painted cafe curtains ☀️🤎
My kitchen windows have never looked better! 
#customdecor #homeinspo #windowtreatments #cafecurtains #paintedcurtains #homestyle
Happy October 👻!!! It’s officially spooky sea Happy October 👻!!! It’s officially spooky season in our house and Penny is here to get things started! 
She may be worried and probably over her ghost costume (and me 🤭) but she’s excited for what this new month will bring! 
#halloween #ghosttrend #ghostphotoshoot #dogsofinstagram #dogcostume #fallporchdecor
Every time I look at these bookshelves I’m remin Every time I look at these bookshelves I’m reminded of where they came from and how long they’ve come. It doesn’t even look like the same piece! 
This was one of those things that I was willing to make work  because they were a perfect size! Despite all the flaws, I was able to fix them and create a beautiful piece again and I think that makes them ten times better 🤎
#builtins #diybookshelves #fbmarketplace #interiordesign #bookcase #bookshelfstyling #diyprojects #facebookmarketplace #secondhandfurniture
This is by far my most favorite fall porch decor I This is by far my most favorite fall porch decor I’ve done! All thanks to the grapevine arch! Head over to my stories as I share more details on how I created the arch 🍂
Different size Grapevine wreaths, faux florals and faux pumpkins from @michaelsstores 
Grapevine Garland from @joann_stores 
Mums from @homedepot 
#fallporchdecor #porchgoals #falldecor #fallvibes #falldecor #porchdecor #frontporchdecor
While I’m ready to embrace fall, I couldn’t he While I’m ready to embrace fall, I couldn’t help but look back at all of the fun projects I worked on this summer!
From simple decor DIYs to major projects (hello, built-ins, I’m looking at you!), it was a summer full of learning new techniques and skills. 
Did you tackle any DIY this summer?
#summerproject #summerprojects #diyhome #diyhomeprojects #cozyhomedecor #behrpaint
It’s the first day of Fall and we’re getting a It’s the first day of Fall and we’re getting a front-row seat to fall’s beauty right on my porch! 🍂 
The grapevine wreath arch is definitely my favorite! And we can’t forget all the beautiful mums! This year for pumpkin season we did a mix of faux and real pumpkins and it’s pretty hard to tell the difference! 
Thanks to @dustin_patrick_smith & @bbbuffaloe for the pumpkin vine inspiration on TikTok! 
#fallporchdecor #autumnvibes #porchgoals #fallhomedecor #falldecor
Making this cozy corner in my living room was a la Making this cozy corner in my living room was a labor of love, and I am still so so happy with how it turned out. 
Each project helped to make the space come together perfectly. 
Did you catch all of these DIYs in my feed?
#diyhomeprojects #diybuiltins #builtins #cozycorner #diyhomedecorating #behrpaint
This decoupaged pumpkin is the epitome of fall cha This decoupaged pumpkin is the epitome of fall charm 🍂. 
Initially, I wanted to press my own leaves onto the pumpkin but they have yet to turn color this year. So I purchased napkins with printed fall leaves and flowers, grabbed some Mod Podge and turned this ordinary pumpkin into a work of art! 
I’ve linked everything I used for this project on my LTK so make sure to check it out and give this easy craft a try! 
https://liketk.it/4j6rT
#decoupage #falldecor #pumpkindecor #falldiy #diyfalldecor #craftyideas
I’m always in awe at the drastic change a little I’m always in awe at the drastic change a little paint can do. This time I painted my cafe curtains that went from bland to charming. 
They look like they belong in a cute English Cottage and the fact that they’re one of a kind with the stencil I chose makes it even better! 
I also used Rub n Buff on the rod and the clips I purchased which made it so much better! 
#fabricpainting #cafecurtains #windowtreatments #paintedfabric #diycurtains #joannfabrics
For all you static photo lovers, here’s a still For all you static photo lovers, here’s a still shot of our office once it's undergone its transformation into a guest bedroom. 
The desks do double-duty as side tables when the bed is pulled down, and there is still tons of room on either side of the bed for our guests to move around. 
Would you feel welcome in this guest room?
#guestroom #guestroomdesign #guestroomdesign #murphybed #sherwinwilliamspaint #diyoffice
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