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Oh Faux Goodness Sake.....Great Eye/Wall Candy !

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Real Estate Agent with EXP Realty 414-525-0563 57026-90 Broker

    As we continue through our update/redecorate decor....Yes I will get those pictures of the kitchen done soon...maybe even get a video.....We get distracted by doing other rooms in the house and  making use of faux painting techniques.  While our painter was intially not excited...lots more work...he is as pleased as we are with the finished product.

   Desert BroomIn our foyer...we used Ralph Lauren suede...mmmmm...the texture and subtle variations in color are just the thing to bring the walls a little interest and life and get away from all one shade on tall walls.  If you missed that blog click here.  We choose desert broom....and love it.

    On to the dining room...yes yes...pictures next week when we have humpty dumpty-ed back the doors on the china cabinets and contents therein as well as the buffet.  The walls were jewel tones...a royal blue above the chair rail and yes...wallpaper...paisley tones below the chair rail. The ceiling is a double tray with our new bronze tone chandelier.

     Off with the wallpaper...out with the royal carpeting and we had the walls done in shades of blue gray with a color wash faux technique.....less subtle...a little bold....interesting we think....this is not it....it is an example of the look which can range from a sort of marbling to a bolder look ...we think ours looks like peaceful billowing clouds...

 

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Sally K. & David L. Hanson, ABR, CDPE, CSS, e-Pro,ILHM, REDS


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Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

We should take our own advice James Dray...and FOCUS !

Feb 23, 2015 08:06 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Can't wait to see the pictures, Sally and David.  It must look awesome.

Feb 23, 2015 08:18 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Even the names of these shades sound delightful. Looking forward to your pix!

Feb 23, 2015 08:52 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Sounds very nice and tranquil...i am sure it is a wonderful place to relax...and the bar in the basement, priceless!

Feb 23, 2015 10:52 PM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

You know Kristin Johnston....we will have to put that on a pictorial tour....and you should be posing at it !

Feb 23, 2015 10:55 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Sally and David. Well this is really exciting. I look forward to your pictures.

Feb 23, 2015 11:08 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Sally and David I am looking forward to seeing pictures of the finished work.  It sounds like you guys have done a fantastic job with the renovations.

Feb 24, 2015 12:57 AM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Oh Sally, looks like you are still having a grand time redecorating & renovating...I did a bit today after fuming about another associate who is after my client...I love paint & paintbrushes!!

Feb 24, 2015 03:03 AM
Beth and Richard Witt
New York, NY
The best Retired Brokers !!!!

Looking forward to seeing the finished results...

Feb 24, 2015 04:14 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Sally,

I keep waiting for the pictures and you just keep teasing us all (LOL)

Have a great week!

Feb 24, 2015 04:31 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

I know....Lisa Von Domek.....we should hire a photographer....not our best thing...but soon...when you least expect it...watch this blog !

Feb 24, 2015 04:57 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Sounds very nice Sally, and we had the Ralph Lauren suede wall in our first home here.  It was nice, but it was not done by someone who knew what to do.  And the plaster was cracked, so we had to have it redone. A

Feb 24, 2015 05:16 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

My journey is just beginning with demolition under way. Photos...everyone wants photos. Keep enjoying!!

Feb 24, 2015 07:22 PM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Yes yes..we have heard the graphic cry....and it will be answered very soon !

Feb 24, 2015 07:30 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Oh what fun living with renovations in the works but you get to see it day by day and know if you are going to like it. It sounds nice and I know you are counting the days.

Feb 24, 2015 09:18 PM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

It sounds like you are moving right along. I cannot wait to see the pictures!

Feb 25, 2015 01:28 AM
Frank Castaldini
Compass - San Francisco, CA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in San Francisco

Updating is always exciting.  Before and after pictures are alway my favorite.  Thanks for sharing.

Feb 25, 2015 01:40 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Out with the wallpaper and updating with nice paint.  Can't wait for those pics!

Feb 25, 2015 02:49 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Looking forward to seeing those pictures. I've used the faux technique in my home in certain rooms--very effective when done right.

Feb 25, 2015 09:54 PM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Yes Nina we think it faux beautiful....and far less boring than "just paint"!

Feb 25, 2015 09:55 PM