The woodwork and fireplace were a faded, peachy-cream colour and the walls a mixture of off-whites and creams. The floor was carpeted, which was unfortunately very worn and rotten in some places.
There was plenty to get excited about however. The fireplace was an original, cast iron surround and pulling up the faux-brass hearth revealed the beautiful victorian blue tiles beneath.
Although the project is not quite complete, we wanted to share our progress with you...
The carpets were removed and the pine floorboards were beautifully sanded and sealed by Academy Wood Flooring The huge 4ft x 5ft overmantle mirror was provided by Downton-Interiors and brings a sense of Victorian granduer to the room.
Farrow and Ball's colour 'Charleston Gray' was chosen for the walls and is off-set by the skirting boards and doors in 'Pointing'.The vintage cabinet provides a home for Poole Pottery, orginal Penguin Paperbacks, dried rose petals, and is living proof that television stands don't have to be ugly. There's a sneak peak too of a print by the super-talented Jo Stafford. Head over to her website to see more of her fabulous prints.
We'll be sharing more images once the finishing touches are complete.
