LOVE this. Love it! I once saw an idea in a decorating magazine where they turned an old door on its side, added a bit of old crown molding to the top, and called it a headboard. It just so happens that I have a queen-sized bed in my guest room that is in need of a headboard, so I've been on the lookout for an old door for just such a purpose.
The only place I've found them is an archictectural salvage place in town, where they start at about $20 but are stripped of all the hardware. I have been intending to go and get myself a door, but just haven't made it out there yet because I have a bunch more projects lined up in front of that one.
Friday night I needed some "me" time and as usually, headed for the thrift stores. I went to an area that I don't usually frequent, as it's a little further than I like to go with Maren in tow. Since I was footloose and baby-free however, I took advantage and hit East Colfax with a mission. I was wrapping up my shopping at an ARC store when I noticed a stack of doors at the back of the store. I poked around in the stack and got excited when I saw this sticking out:
And the rest is history. The door was only $15, which is a total steal with the original glass doorknobs. Those would probably be at least $10 apiece at the salvage store, plus the door would probably be at least $20. Ideally, I would have loved to find a door with panels, and I wish the paint was a little more worn and crackly, but I'm happy with it. I can always use some umber paint to age it later on.
So, Dad, how about coming for a weekend visit to help me with construction?
You are so dang creative!! I can't wait to see what you come up with!
ReplyDeleteJen :)